Hey Howdy Hey Nikki and welcome to planDisney!
How exciting it is knowing that your Magical vacation is just a few months away. There is so much to look forward to when visiting and staying at the Walt Disney World Resort and I am sure you will have an amazing time. Thank you for your question about the benefits for Disney Resort Guests. I will be happy to review them with you so you can better plan your vacation.
You are correct that there are many
benefits to staying onsite with Disney Resort hotels. Unfortunately, the
complimentary water park day on check-in benefit starts in 2025 for Guests. While this benefit does not start until 2025, you still have so many others to take advantage of. My favorite is having more time in the parks!
All Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels will have access to
Early Theme Park Entry. This allows Guests to start their day in the parks 30 minutes before the park opens to the general public. You can be sure to knock out a good 1 or 2 attractions during this time and get a beat on others before the parks fill up. It is a great way to get your day going and get several of the more popular attractions knocked out while the lines are short. Your other option depends on which resort you will be staying at.
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours, will allow Guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resorts and Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts to enjoy the parks 2 hours after they officially close to the general public. If you are staying at a qualifying resort, check the events calendar as these opportunities vary by evening and by park.
We cannot wait for you to be our Guest later this fall but in the meantime, if you have any further questions, Nikki, please feel free to reach back out and let us know, we are always happy to help!
Have a Magical day,
Nick