Disney World Closes Animal Kingdom Lodge and Coronado Springs Areas for Construction
Walt Disney World has announced temporary closures at Animal Kingdom Lodge and Coronado Springs as part of an ongoing construction project.
Walt Disney World has informed guests that parts of two resort hotels will be temporarily closed for construction work. The impacted properties are Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, both located at the Florida theme park complex.
What Disney Announced
According to the announcement, the closures are tied to construction activity at the resorts. Disney has framed the work as part of its continuing investment in the property, though specific details about the scope of the project have not been disclosed in the initial notice.
Affected Locations
The closures span two of Walt Disney World's resort hotels. Animal Kingdom Lodge is known for its African wildlife viewing areas, while Coronado Springs is a larger conference-friendly resort with a lake at its centre. Guests with existing bookings during the affected period are expected to be contacted by Disney with updated arrangements.
Broader Disney Construction Picture
The announcement comes as Disney continues to refresh and expand its resort offerings across the property. Recent developments have included new attractions and ongoing operational changes, alongside workforce adjustments described in coverage of Disney's continued cost-cutting initiative. Visitors interested in how the company presents its design process can also learn more through the Disney Worldbuilders documentary about Imagineering.
Key Points for Guests
- Animal Kingdom Lodge is undergoing partial closures for construction.
- Coronado Springs Resort is also affected by the same project.
- Disney has not yet published a detailed timeline for the work.
- Booked guests are expected to receive direct communication about any changes.