****WDW Summer 2026 Hotel Refurbs & Closures****
Key Questions
Which Disney World hotels have refurbishments in summer 2026?
All-Star Movies starts late May with noise and refurbishments; Animal Kingdom Lodge Jambo and Kidani have shifts; deluxes like Bay Lake Tower face late 2026 disruptions.
What dining changes occur at Grand Floridian and Yachtsman Steakhouse?
Grand Floridian Cafe has no brunch from July to October; Yachtsman Steakhouse closes May to August.
How many hotel disruptions are expected in summer 2026?
Over 12 closures and disruptions hit Disney World hotels, especially deluxes, ahead of peak travel season.
12+ disruptions: All-Star Movies late May noise/refurb, AKL Jambo/Kidani shifts, GF Cafe Jul-Oct no brunch, Yachtsman May-Aug closed, Saratoga dining changes; deluxes hit hard + BLT/Bay Lake Tower late 2026+.
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Updated Apr 27, 2026