If you’ve been dreaming of the day you’ll be able to stay in Disney World’s newest hotel, Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, we’ve got some great news for you — an opening date has officially been announced!

Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is located closest to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, and therefore is closest to Magic Kingdom park. We’ve been keeping a close eye on construction for the past few months, but now it’s finally time to start planning our stay.

Disney has just announced that Lakeshore Lodge will open to the public on July 1st, 2027!

This is a new Disney Vacation Club hotel that intends to “celebrate the beauty and magic of nature as seen through the eyes of Disney artists and storytellers.” The hotel is inspired by Walt Disney’s love of the outdoors, and in turn, the resort’s design will “pay tribute to decades of animated stories rooted in nature, with subtle nods to classic films — from the lush forests of Bambi and the colorful winds of Pocahontas to the sweeping glacial landscapes of Brother Bear.”

When you arrive at the resort, you’ll see a one-mile tree-lined vista before seeing the Lodge itself, which is part of Disney’s self-described “grand expression” that will be carried out through the porte-cochere, as well as the lobby. It’s all intended to have a clear focus on nature, complete with skylights and lots of glass.

The new hotel will offer 967 rooms, ranging from “cozy studios to spacious suites” to fit the needs of all different groups looking to stay. Many rooms will have stunning views of Bay Lake, which may also include a look at Magic Kingdom fireworks. We know that you’ll be able to travel to Magic Kingdom via a dedicated boat dock, and buses will be available to other parks as well.

We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest news as this hotel gets closer and closer to completion, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB!

Everything We Know About Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge!

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