Galactic Starcruiser: Disney closes Star Wars hotel What will happen to reservations?

Star Wars continues to make a profit for Disney in terms of content, but the company has been faced with a difficult decision regarding this iconic franchise. With this success in mind, he has invested heavily in the creation of new content, including series, films, specials and merchandise based on the famous sci-fi saga. However, the entertainment empire has been facing some recent challenges, which have resulted in tough decisions.

Star Wars: Walt Disney World’s Galactic Starcruiser Hotel, one of Walt Disney World’s newest and most amazing attractions, will close its doors in late September, the company recently announced. This an ultra-luxurious immersive experience in the Star Wars universe it was inaugurated with great pomp in the spring of 2022, but unfortunately it will end after just over a year.

This star wars themed hotel it was promoted as more than just themed accommodation. “Trips” include not only lodging, but all meals, programming, entertainment, and exclusive access to the Galaxy’s Edge area of ​​the Hollywood Studios theme park in Orlando, Florida. However, the high costs of this experience have meant that only a few can afford to enjoy it fully, with prices ranging from $4,800 to $6,000 per person for a two-night stay, depending on group size.

When CNN asked Disney on closing this attraction, a spokesperson said it was a trade decision, without offering further details. As for the future of the building that houses this futuristic experience, Disney said it has no information to share at this time, leaving fans unsure of what will happen to this much-loved structure.

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Disney will adjust the plans for those who had booked rooms

The first release of the realistic experience Star Wars: Galactic Star Cruiser in March 2022 she was enjoyed by a diverse crew. Since then, groups of tourists and residents have used the services offered by the hotel. However, now everyone has to say goodbye to this tourist attraction that was once a part of their life.

In an official statement, Disney highlighted that Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is one of the most creative projects to date and has received praise from guests, setting a new standard for innovation and immersive entertainment.

The company expressed its gratitude to those who enjoyed this unique, boutique experience, saying they learned a lot from this smaller-scale, 100-room venture. Disney said it will use these learnings to create future experiences that can reach more guests and fans of the franchise.

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For guests who had already booked after September 30th, Disney said it would contact them to discuss options and adjust their plans.. Additionally, new bookings for the period that will cover the last run, starting Sept. 28, are on hold and will resume on Friday, May 26, as reported by Disney. These are the dates and details known so far.

Despite this difficult decision and the closure of the Starcruiser Hotel, the year was promising for Star Wars. During the annual celebration, the team announced exciting additions to the franchise. These include a new film that will be part of the main saga, a series that will take place before the events of Episode I and a film based on the Mandalorian universe.

Star Wars fans will be able to enjoy these productions on the Disney+ platform, where other films and series of the franchise are currently available.