Disney Vacation Club members hoping to be among the first guests at Walt Disney World’s new Lakeshore Lodge faced a difficult booking process for the resort’s limited “First Wave” preview experience.
The four-day, three-night stay is scheduled for June 24 through 27, 2027, ahead of Lakeshore Lodge’s public opening on July 1, 2027. Reservations opened at 10 a.m. ET on November 7 and, according to social-media posts cited by Laughing Place, sold out in about two hours.
Unlike a typical online reservation window, First Wave bookings had to be made by phone. Several prospective guests reported repeated failed calls, long waits and disconnections before they could reach an agent. The limited experience was expected to have more interest than available space, but the phone-only process prompted frustration among some members who said they could not get into a hold queue or complete a booking attempt.
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Guests who do not need the early preview can still book regular stays at Lakeshore Lodge, including for its July 1, 2027 opening date. Travelers planning a future Walt Disney World visit can also explore Walt Disney World ticket options as part of their trip planning.
