Walt Disney World has been subtly reducing admission and hotel prices in response to increasing customer complaints and dwindling park attendance.
Since May, Disney has started offering discounted three-day ticket packages, allowing guests to visit Hollywood Studios, EPCOT, and Animal Kingdom for $89 per day, although tickets for Magic Kingdom remain separate. This initiative comes as a significant reduction from the peak price of $254 for a daily Park Hopper pass.
In addition to ticket discounts, Disney is working to lower overall trip costs by offering cheaper hotel rates. Guests can find rooms at Disney’s All-Star Movies, Music and Sports Resort for as low as $100 per night if booked at the right time, reflecting discounts that can reach up to 27%, according to a Bloomberg analysis.
The parks have also launched new dining packages this summer, providing a 20% to 30% reduction in meal costs. Families can now purchase all-day meal passes for $30 per child and $95 per adult, usable for various meals and snacks throughout the parks. Additionally, Disney World is increasing quick meal options, providing more affordable food for kids, and implementing flexible dining policies.
Experts have pointed to rising food costs inside the parks as a factor in decreased customer satisfaction. Len Testa, president of TouringPlans.com, noted that consumer satisfaction ratings have dropped from 90% to 60% as Disney transitioned from a la carte dining to fixed price meals at popular restaurants. While he lauded Disney’s efforts to cut costs, he warned that these moves may not genuinely reflect a dedication to affordability or enhanced guest experiences. Testa highlighted that Disney has historically prioritized revenue over attaining high positive ratings.