Construction walls down in the lobby at Disney's BoardWalk Resort reveal only minor changes so far

Mar 06, 2023 in "Disney's BoardWalk Inn"

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Disney's BoardWalk Inn lobby refurbishment - March 1 2023

Posted: Monday March 6, 2023 11:41am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

The construction walls have been removed in the BoardWalk Inn resort lobby, revealing a largely unchanged interior.

Disney's BoardWalk Inn lobby refurbishment - March 1 2023

Work has been limited to the check-in desks, which are now slightly separated into pods rather than a single line of desks.

Disney's BoardWalk Inn lobby refurbishment - March 1 2023

It isn't clear yet if this is the extent of the lobby refurbishment, or if more changes will come later.

Disney's BoardWalk Inn lobby refurbishment - March 1 2023

Elsewhere at the resort, the lobby area restrooms are currently closed for refurbishment, and the Concierge Lounge at the resort will be temporarily closed from March 11 through the end of April 2023.

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surfsupdon19 hours ago

They all have issues/concerns. Beach Club operated as a standalone Resort (with its sister) for 12 years. The hotel was designed to happily accommodate its guests in all common areas. Then 12 years later 280+ units open and all those guests now use the hotel proper amenities, adding to crowds. The same is true at most Deluxes, especially WL, poly, contemp, and GF.

TrainsOfDisney1 day ago

How? Is there a secret elevator in the arcade? Cause if there is… that’s really cool! Haha

MickeyLuv'r1 day ago

Well, club level guests can reach the QS without going outside, but they don't tend to eat in the QS at GF. They just get their breakfast/snack/beverages in the club lounge. In mentioning places to dine at BWK, they also have a club level. The upcharge is often about $150/night. With 4-5 people per room, I wouldn't call it a bargain option, but the upcharge is in the realm of reasonable, at least compared to other WDW dining.

TrainsOfDisney1 day ago

Is it an issue? “More crowded” does not = “too crowded.” I think Polynesian has a potential legit issue because the ceremonial house already had everything too small and clustered together. But I haven’t seen legit issues elsewhere.

surfsupdon1 day ago

Correct. Many Disney Hotels are campus style. You need to walk outdoors to get somewhere. I do not think we will see another of these again. Towers keep you dry, reduce walking, and give all guests a convenient location.

surfsupdon1 day ago

Leech was the incorrect word and I apologize. I am not mad at DVC members at all, my frustration stems from Disney adding DVC rooms/Towers/wings onto existing Resorts but failing to increase substantial amenities. The DVC builds are their own properties, but Guests have to use the majority of hotel side amenities bc the DVC build is not adequate enough. Look at BCV for example. They have access to a quiet pool at their home resort proper, but no dining, splash pads, or feature pools. Everything they need is at Beach Club proper, and yes the Beach Club common areas are more crowded post DVC. And that is Disney’s fault which they do not seem to think is an issue.

TrainsOfDisney1 day ago

The boardwalk is the boardwalk resort proper? Nobody at GF can get QS without going outside and taking a short walk.

HauntedPirate1 day ago

"Sir, guests are complaining about our on-property food options" "What's the average GSAT number?" "4" "So we're good!!! Ignore those complaints, obviously guests love it here!!"

HauntedPirate1 day ago

How many of those are inside the resort proper vs. on the boardwalk itself? GF has a QS, as does WL, Poly, Contemporary, BC... Not a pool bar (whose hours are generally too short as-is) that also serves some food items, but an actual QS location. Leaping Libations is interesting - The hours in MDE are listed as 11am-9pm. But the menu says it serves until 10pm. That's not going to be an option if you're wanting something after park close. The corn dog spot doesn't have hours listed in the app. The 10pm close for the deli is going to be hard to make unless you're walking out of IG either before park close or right after Luminous ends. If you close any other park (except AK), your only realistic snack option is most likely going to be a slice of pizza.

ToTBellHop1 day ago

That they never address… I’m sure the hotel gets complaints from guests. Guess they don’t care. Marie Antoinette in charge? “Let them eat Cake Bake.”

Ayla1 day ago

Boardwalk is great if you spend most of your time at Epcot or DHS. It sucks for MK. I'll never stay there again.

TrainsOfDisney1 day ago

The service issues there are an operational / staffing issue though.

ToTBellHop1 day ago

My issues are long lines, slow service, lack of indoor seating. 30 min to get a premade sandwich off Mobile Order seems extreme.

TrainsOfDisney1 day ago

There seems to be a trend on this site (and others) to call out DVC, AP’s, etc. for doing anything at all. Rising a bus from Disney springs to a resort? Sitting on a rocking chair for an extended time in the park? Attending multiple concerts at Americans Garden Theatre? - these are all things I’ve seen criticized on this or other fan forums. Now DVC members are leeches for using the pools and restaurants at the very resort they are paying to stay at!?