Hi Kimberly and welcome to planDisney!
How exciting that you have an upcoming trip to Walt Disney World!
If you have a room-only reservation and would like to pay the balance before your arrival, you can call and
speak with a Cast Member for assistance. Be sure to have your reservation confirmation number handy, and they’ll be happy to help process your payment in advance. If you prefer to use
Disney Gift Cards to pay off your balance, it’s best to call at least a day before check-in to ensure everything is processed smoothly.
If you decide not to make an early payment, no worries! The card you have on file in your My Disney Experience account will be automatically charged for the remaining balance on the morning of your arrival day. To add a card to your My Disney Experience account, simply complete the online check-in before your arrival. This step allows you to skip the front desk and head straight to your resort room upon arrival, saving you time and getting you to the magic even faster!
Once your room is ready, you’ll receive a text and an email with your room number and can head straight there. Your
MagicBand, Key to the World card, or the
My Disney Experience app will allow you to unlock your room door with ease. I always complete online check-in before arrival because it lets the Disney magic begin the moment I step onto the resort property!
Let me know if you need any more tips! I love helping make your trip seamless and magical!
Toodles,
Korliss