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Disney World Scraps Five Familiar On‑Site Hotel Perks for 2026

Phased rollbacks shift the value equation for staying on property.

Overview

  • Complimentary MagicBands no longer come with resort bookings, with guests purchasing MagicBand+ separately.
  • Individual toiletry bottles have been replaced at most hotels by wall-mounted dispensers, ending the take-home souvenirs.
  • Traditional room service has largely been removed, and in-park merchandise is no longer delivered to resort rooms or front desks.
  • Disney’s free Magical Express airport shuttle ended in 2022, requiring separate, paid transportation between Orlando International Airport and the resorts.
  • Remaining on-site advantages include internal transportation, hotel dining, free overnight parking, and earlier booking windows for Lightning Lane and dining reservations.