We’ve been keeping a close eye on the construction of Star Wars: Galactic Cruiser (a.k.a. the Star Wars hotel) coming to Disney World.
Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Concept Art
Today we got an amazing peek at one of the areas on the interior of this ship. During the IAAPA Expo presentation this morning, Josh D’Amaro, the current Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, shared a look at one of the guest rooms coming to the Star Wars hotel and it’s totally out of this world!
Disney executives have previously indicated that the Star Wars hotel is a project that has been given priority by the company (along with select other ones). We’ve heard some details about the hotel experience, including that it will be a two-night experience similar to a cruise, and will be incredibly interactive. But today, we got to SEE a key update related to the project!
Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Atmosphere ©Disney
Here’s a look at the concept art that Disney had shared previously regarding what one guest cabin would look like on the Galactic Starcruiser, and…
Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser Cabin
…here’s a photo of the real thing, well a mocked-up version anyway! Josh D’Amaro shared this photo of a mocked-up guest cabin at the Star Wars hotel. Let’s break down some of the key features. It looks like there’s a bed with an orange bedding detail on top. There’s also a “window” looking out in to the depths of space (LOVE), with what appears to be a table that can pull out from underneath it, as well as what are likely some small chairs. There’s also some kind of screen on the left side. It appears to be showing some updates about the “ship.”
©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation
On the other side of the bed, you can see another sleeping area with some bunk beds. It looks like there’s a reading light in each of the bunk bed areas and some kind of other detailing on the right hand side. In this photo, you can also see what appears to be the door to the remainder of the ship as well as possibly the door to the restroom on the left of that passageway and a countertop area to the right.
©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation
D’Amaro said when you compare the concept art to the mocked-up rooms, Disney is making “really great progress in making these dreams become a reality.”
In addition to a peek at the guest rooms, we also got a look at the construction of the front entrance area of the hotel. It looks like things really getting underway.
©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation
Curious to know what other adventures will await you aboard The Halcyon (the name of this Starcruiser)? Among other things, guests will be able to train with a lightsaber, interact with their favorite Star Wars characters, and even get the chance to operate some of the ship’s defense systems — you know, just in case the ship gets into an epic space battle, no big deal.
Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser
Secret meetings based on your unique story on the ship may also take place. You’ll truly be living out your own Star Wars adventure. There will also be a stylish lounge — The Sublight Lounge — where guests can relax and grab a refreshment.
Star Wars Galactic Starcrusier Dining
D’Amaro noted that the immersive experience at this hotel is “unlike anything ever built before.” Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is set to open in 2021, so we expect we’ll hear more updates about this project as its opening approaches. Be sure to come back for more updates!
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I don’t see any place to put luggage or clothing in the room. Let’s hope they didn’t forget to include a closet!
“I don’t see any place to put luggage or clothing in the room. Let’s hope they didn’t forget to include a closet!”
There appears to be some kind of door/alcove just inside the door to the left of the counter area – that’s probably the closet. Also there looks to be some kind of tip out or slide out bin under the big ‘view screen’. Regardless, this is a very small looking room – not sure Disney really needed to replicate the cruise ship experience quite this accurately! For what a stay is going to cost a few more square feet of space would seem appropriate. But, like an actual cruise ship, I guess the idea is that you don’t spend that much time in the cabin anyway so why use anymore space than necessary.
Maybe luggage goes under the bed, like on a cruise.
The rooms look rather small…
Hmmm….this would be way too claustrophobic for me! NO windows….And yes I know windows would spoil the immersion…but no thanks…
It looks like it will be expensive to stay there! Nice for those who can afford it.
With only a 3 day voyage…(2 nights), you should not be packing a lot. My guess is that they will encourage you to pack lightly as you may be wearing a Disney costume for your duration.
Did they happen to mention a price range?
Now this is a dream come true experience, just a shame it’s only a two day thing and not 7 or 14 days, maybe if it proves popular they will bring out special week long experiences for the hard core fans.
Raquel, nothing official that I know of.
Big Question: How accessible is it?
Do they have any pricing on the Star Wars hotel what a two night stay is going to cost Can you stay only two nights
Debbie, Disney hasn’t released this information yet. It’s expected that stays will be time-limited, like a cruise. I suspect you’d be able to book back-to-back visits if you wanted.