More construction walls are up in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, forcing check-in to move.
Grand Floridian Lobby Remodel
Crews removed the lobby’s iconic birdcage earlier this month — the first step in a major remodel of the space that will include the construction of a birdcage-inspired bar.
In addition to the construction walls around the birdcage’s pedestal, there are now construction walls to either side of the front doors. The walls on the left in the photo above block the former check-in area.
Two desks with chairs have been set up in the seating area to act as check-in for now. The space is blocked by red ropes, but Cast Members with tablets will help guests check in. If they need to use the computer, they’ll go to one of the desks.
Two podiums with computers are also set up outside the blocked-off space.
The old check-in was one long counter. Like other remodeled Disney resort lobbies, the counter might be turned into several smaller desks.
Behind the walls, we saw crew members working already. A ladder was set up against one window. Some blue painter’s tape covers wall elements.
Two crew members were peeling striped wallpaper away.
The walls on the other side of the front doors block a small seating area.
At the back of the lobby, opposite the check-in desks, construction walls also now block the Garden View Tea Room, which has been closed since 2020. Disney announced the tea room’s refurbishment but shared no details.
Behind the walls, we didn’t see any major construction work on the space yet.
A couple of white poles with painter’s tape were on the ground. Other items appear to be Cast Members’ personal belongings and trash bags.
Meanwhile, the bathrooms on the second floor next to Victoria & Albert’s and Cítricos are closed. Guests are directed to the restrooms on the first floor near 1900 Park Fare instead.
In addition to the birdcage bar, the refreshed lobby will have stained glass and murals featuring birds. Concept art also shows new floral carpeting and updated furnishings. Disney said the lobby will have “a few playful touches inspired by Florida’s natural beauty and Victorian decorating trends.”
Construction will last until at least November 2025. As a result, the annual Grand Floridian gingerbread house will not return for the 2025 holiday season.
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