As the Walt Disney World Resort gears up to celebrating fifty years, Disney has been busy getting virtually every area ready for this milestone anniversary.

Minor to extensive refurbishments have been going on at numerous hotels throughout the resort including a complete reimagining of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and the recently announced theming of guests rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort based on “The Incredibles” franchise.

Starting this week, Disney will also be undergoing a staged refurbishment of Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Disney’s Old Key West Resort.

Construction at both resorts, which will begin next Monday, 28 June and last until late September or early October, will feature an enhanced check-in experience offering an open, free-flowing layout with a variety of smaller counters to help Guests prepare for their vacation.

According to Disney:

Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa lobby and porte cochere refurbishment begins June 28

Please pardon the pixie dust as we make some updates to the Guest arrival experience at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa in the following phases:

• Phase 1: on June 28, the connecting hallway to the main lobby will close for refurbishment. Guests will continue to have access to the restrooms and The Artist’s Palette.
• Phase 2: from July 12 through late September, the porte cochere will be closed. Disney’s Magical Express will continue to pick-up and drop-off Guests here, with a temporary walkway for Guests to reach the front desk and concierge. Guests driving personal vehicles will be directed to curbside check-in at the Disney Vacation Club Preview Center.
• Phase 3: in early August, the connecting hallway will open and the main lobby will close. Front desk and concierge services will be available in the hallway in addition to curbside check-in at the Disney Vacation Club Preview Center.

Once complete, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa will feature an enhanced check-in experience offering an open, free-flowing layout with a variety of smaller counters to help Guests prepare for their vacation.

Disney’s Old Key West lobby refurbishment begins June 28

Please pardon the pixie dust as we update the Guest check-in experience at Disney’s Old Key West Resort beginning June 28.

During the first phase of refurbishment, Guests will check-in as normal in the main lobby while the den area is closed. In the second phase, the main lobby will close and front desk and concierge will temporarily move to the den. Cast Members will have access to backstage areas throughout the refurbishment.

Once complete, Disney’s Old Key West Resort will feature an enhanced check-in experience offering an open, free-flowing layout with a variety of smaller counters to help Guests of all ages prepare for their Walt Disney World vacation.

The Walt Disney World Resort will kick off their 50th anniversary celebrations on 1 October 2021 and continue for 18 months.