Hello there, Joanne! Welcome to planDisney. We are so glad you stopped by with your question for us.
Oh, I am so excited to hear you are thinking about a stay at the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. A stay here is always so special for me, but getting to add club-level service really adds to the magic of a visit. I'm happy to share that the Veranda lounge is still open while construction is going on to bring a
new two-story concierge lounge that is slated to open in 2026. You will see the construction facades up in the hallways near the current Veranda lounge. I enjoyed club-level services during a recent stay, and you could hear some construction noise at certain times of the day, but it did not take away from the incredible service and amenities offered at Veranda lounge. There's nothing like making your way to the lounge at the end of a park day and ending the magic by sipping on some champagne while watching the
fireworks from the outdoor seating area.
The
Disney Parks Blog just announced all the exciting events that will happen in 2026, so take a peek at that as you begin to make plans for your next visit. I love pairing a stay at the Grand Californian while one of the festivals is taking place, like Lunar New Year or the Food & Wine Festival. Both of these events will be going on during the
California Resident Ticket Offer, too!
Joanne, the magic is waiting for you! Please come back and see us if you have any other planning questions!
Carrie