Disney's GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA Information & Questions + Construction Updates

[ahcupcake]

Beautiful pics

Thanks for sharing @kimmar067

 

[OnThisMagicNight]

Why is the walkway between GF and Magic kingdom closed btw if most of the work is by poly? Cause of the room renovations?

The building right next to the walkway (Sago Cay) is currently closed for refurbishment.

 

[OnThisMagicNight]

@kimmar067, how did you feel about your lagoon view? Did the Poly construction bother you at all or did it feel far enough away that you weren't really dwelling on it? And THANK YOU for all of the detailed pictures of everything - I thoroughly enjoyed them!

 

[sc05]

Thanks for the input, everyone! Truly appreciate it. Leaning towards converting our stay to GF for all nine nights. We'll definitely hit all of the parks (at a more leisurely pace given the time we'll be there and the ages of the boys) but we'll focus on spending more time at MK and also don't mind transporting back and forth to the other parks (did it all the time growing up myself!). Thanks again!

 

[kimmar067]

@kimmar067, how did you feel about your lagoon view? Did the Poly construction bother you at all or did it feel far enough away that you weren't really dwelling on it? And THANK YOU for all of the detailed pictures of everything - I thoroughly enjoyed them!

...you are quite welcome! No, the construction didn't bother us at all...I'm not feeling the design of that building though, IMHO.

 

[kimmar067]

Thank you so much for posting these! My wife and I are bringing our boys (will be 4 and 1 when we travel in November) to DW for their first time and we’re now considering staying the entirety of our trip at the GF. Currently have a split stay (with BC) booked but we’re liking the idea of being able to arrive, unpack and spend all nine nights in one place. Your pictures have made that decision pretty easy for us now so thanks again! Hope you had an amazing stay!

....much obliged. Glad you like the pics....honestly, we did a spit stay [GF. followed by The Riv] and we thoroughly enjoyed our Riviera stay immensely - our 1BR villa was located so that we could see the tip of Fantasmic! AND the fireworks at both Epcot and MK! It's not the monorail, but the gondolas are pretty convenient too!

 

[QueenofPrideRock]

Thank you so much for the pics @kimmar067!! Makes me very excited for my upcoming stay

 

[sc05]

Just officially changed our stay to all nine nights at the GF! Thanks again for your insights and advice everyone! So excited to bring our boys for their first DW visit in November!

 

[mrsap]

First look inside the new Narcoossee's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort in Walt Disney World​

Disney has shared a first look inside the new Narcoossee's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort opening April 1 2023.




The signature restaurant has been refurbished with a new interior design and features an updated menu. Read more about the new menu.




Adding:

According to Blog Mickey -

Disney said that they aren’t done with construction in the space yet, and that “there may be select days in May and June where reservations are unavailable”.

 

[trishadono]

First look inside the new Narcoossee's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort in Walt Disney World​

Disney has shared a first look inside the new Narcoossee's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort opening April 1 2023.




The signature restaurant has been refurbished with a new interior design and features an updated menu. Read more about the new menu.




Adding:

According to Blog Mickey -

Disney said that they aren’t done with construction in the space yet, and that “there may be select days in May and June where reservations are unavailable”.

The bar area looks bigger and a nice place to stop in to!

 

[kimmar067]

I think many don’t realize how lovely the outer building lobbies are at GF. The colors now are beautiful!

Thanks for all the pix! I know how much work that is

...no worries....I really enjoy taking those pics, although my family thinks that I am totally NUTS!

 

[kimmar067]

First look inside the new Narcoossee's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort in Walt Disney World​

Disney has shared a first look inside the new Narcoossee's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort opening April 1 2023.

...we just missed it by a week....oh well... Actually, when we got off the boat from MK to GF, we passed it and the CMs were training inside...

 

[kimmar067]

Thank you so much for the pics @kimmar067!! Makes me very excited for my upcoming stay

....it IS a very lovely resort....you will definitely enjoy it! It's a 'nuptual magnet' though...I counted 6 different brides in just two days!

 

[marinewifey]

hi all! I will be staying at GF in a few weeks, I have a Outer Bldg - Lagoon View booked. With the current construction- not sure what buildings are available or what should I be requesting? And what is the situation with the mini fridge? It says beverage cooler- I just need it to be cold enough for milk and baby formula! Thanks all! Cant wait for our trip!

 

[TinkAgainU]

... And what is the situation with the mini fridge? It says beverage cooler- I just need it to be cold enough for milk and baby formula! Thanks all! Cant wait for our trip!

Good question. Since the Coolers are designed to be warmer than Mini Fridges, can someone at least confirm if there are ice machines in the original and Big Pine Key DVC buildings (we might just toss a couple ziplock bags of ice in there to be on the safe side)?

 

[kimmar067]

Good question. Since the Coolers are designed to be warmer than Mini Fridges, can someone at least confirm if there are ice machines in the original and Big Pine Key DVC buildings (we might just toss a couple ziplock bags of ice in there to be on the safe side)?

As soon as you walk into Big Pine Key, into the lobby, turn right to go down the 1st floor hallway. The first door on the left is a laundry; across from that is a door for the ice machine and a vending machine.

[this hallway behind the potted plant]

 

[mrsap]

FIRST LOOK: Narcoossee’s Restaurant Has Reopened in Disney World​

*Click HERE for short video.

 

[trishadono]

hi all! I will be staying at GF in a few weeks, I have an Outer Bldg - Lagoon View booked. With the current construction- not sure what buildings are available or what should I be requesting? And what is the situation with the mini fridge? It says beverage cooler- I just need it to be cold enough for milk and baby formula! Thanks all! Cant wait for our trip!

I have a lagoon booked for May. BPK used to have the most LV’s but that building is now DVC. BC one side is GV the other TPV. So I am thinking SL and Conch? Perhaps some in BC that have a tree in the way or end the end facing the boat dock?

I prefer non dormer rooms because I like the open balcony. I will wait to see what we get assigned and I go from there. The views overall are pretty good.

 

[mrsap]

Some additional pictures…

New Narcoossee’s Interior Brings Sophisticated Marina Vibes to Grand Floridian​

 

[PrincessJill48]

Anyone have the new April Recreation Schedule posted?