Disney's Art of Animation Resort Set for Major Overhaul in 2027-2028
The Walt Disney World Resort has announced that it will undergo its first major refurbishment in over a decade, starting in Summer 2027 and continuing through Fall 2028. The Art of Animation Resort will be the focus of this multi-year renovation, with rooms being refurbished one themed area at a time.
The Little Mermaid standard rooms and family suites themed to Cars, Finding Nemo, and Lion King will all receive new furniture, flooring, fixtures, and other elements as part of the 'hard goods' refurbishment. This type of renovation is typically more extensive than a 'soft goods' update, which involves updating furnishings but not replacing them entirely.
According to Walt Disney World, the new rooms will have a mix of fun and detailed decorations that are both adult-friendly and reminiscent of previous theme resorts. The design has been influenced by recent renovations at Pop Century Resort, with a focus on functionality and layout.