Hi Holly,
Welcome to planDisney! I love staying in the Disney Springs area when I visit Disney World because there is so much to do. The shopping, dining, and entertainment are world-class with something for everyone in your travel party.
Guests of
Disney Resort hotels,
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel,
Walt Disney World Swan Hotel, Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, and Shades of Green Resort are eligible to purchase
Lightning Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass up to 7 days in advance of their stay. All other guests with valid theme park admission can purchase this service 3 days in advance of their park visit.
The Holiday Inn at Disney Springs is considered a
Good Neighbor Hotel which means that although it is vetted by Disney to ensure you will have access to transportation to the theme parks and a guest service desk for Disney World vacation assistance, it is not a Disney Resort hotel. Unfortunately, these hotels are not eligible for the 7-day advance purchase of Lightning Lane Passes. Don't worry though. There will still be plenty of options left for booking attractions and arrival times when your 3-day booking window opens!
I would look through the
rides and attractions that qualify for advanced booking through the Lightning Lane Pass service before your window opens and make a plan for your top priority rides each day. That will help you feel more relaxed and confident when you jump on early in the morning to book all of your attractions and arrival times and ensure you make the most of your purchase.
Happy Planning,
Jenna