Walt Disney World has revealed details about its upcoming Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, the largest new resort hotel in decades. The property will feature 967 themed accommodations including studios, deluxe villas, grand villas, and exclusive Lake Houses with A-frame architecture. Opening on July 1, 2027, the resort draws inspiration from classic Disney animated films like Bambi, Pocahontas, Brother Bear, Encanto, and Fantasia. Guests can book reservations starting in early October 2026 through both cash rates and DVC points. The design incorporates floor-to-ceiling windows, natural materials, and waterfront views along Bay Lake. While some treehouse villas from original plans were removed, the resort maintains its commitment to nature-inspired storytelling throughout all room types and common areas.
Facts
- Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge will open on July 1, 2027 at Walt Disney World Resort
- The resort features 967 themed accommodations ranging from studios to spacious multi-bedroom villas
- Accommodations include DVC villas, hotel-style rooms, waterfront A-frames, and a Club Level lounge
- Reservations open in early October 2026 for both cash bookings and DVC points
- The design is inspired by Disney animated films including Bambi, Pocahontas, Brother Bear, Encanto, and Fantasia
- Lake Houses feature dramatic A-frame architecture with private porches overlooking Bay Lake
- The resort is located along the bayou of Bay Lake with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Treehouse villas from original plans have been removed but other features proceed as planned