Hi Wendy!
Staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel comes with a whole host of magical perks that can make your vacation even more special! As a resort guest, you get early access to
Lightning Lane Multipass selections, which means you can reserve some of your favorite attractions before the general public. You'll also enjoy
Early Theme Park Entry, allowing you to experience the magic with shorter lines and before the general public. Plus, resort guests can take advantage of complimentary transportation throughout the property, so getting to the parks, Disney Springs, and other fun destinations is a breeze!
Now, about those
Special Offers! Disney often releases exciting promotions like discounts on rooms or the popular "Free Dining" offer. However, whether you can modify your current “room only” reservation to add park tickets and a special offer, such as Free Dining, depends on the terms and conditions associated with the offer. These special offers usually come with specific requirements, like a minimum stay length or limited availability for certain room categories or resorts.
Here's a tip from my own experience: I often book a “room only” reservation ahead of time to lock in my stay. Then, when a special offer is released that I’m interested in, I call the Walt Disney World Resort reservations line to see if they can modify my reservation to include the offer. If they can, they’ll provide updated pricing and make the necessary changes to my reservation. This approach gives you flexibility and a good chance to take advantage of any magical deals that come up.
Remember, availability is key, so it's always a good idea to act quickly when a new offer is announced!
~Heather