Overview
- Walt Disney World updated its notice to confirm renovations, including the porte cochere, will continue through early 2027, with visible daytime work and alternate walking routes.
- Activity at the main arrival area may alter vehicle drop-off and pick-up and change how guests access the lobby via Disney transport, rideshare, or personal vehicles.
- The new timeline replaces prior guidance that pointed to a mid-2026 finish, and some official pages still reflect the older language.
- Recent completions include the refreshed lobby (October 2025) and The Perch lobby bar (November 2025), and the Garden View Tea Room reopens March 19 with bookings starting February 19.
- Reports suggest the extended schedule centers on complex porte cochere work being executed while the resort stays open, with most dining and other amenities remaining available.