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# DISNEY SHUTTING DOWN EXPENSIVE STAR WARS-THEMED HOTEL
In a surprising move, Disney World has announced the closure of its immersive, Star Wars-themed hotel, the Galactic Starcruiser. The hotel, which costs around $5,000 for a two-night stay, will host its final guests from September 28th to the 30th.
The lavish hotel, modeled after the Halcyon in Star Wars, offers highly detailed decor, interactive events, themed dining, and live entertainment spanning a two-night experience. However, with a price of roughly $4,807 for two adults (or $5,999 for three adults and one child), the stay is not very affordable.
# SIGNS THAT THE EXPERIENCE MAY HAVE BEEN STRUGGLING
There have been signs that the experience may have been struggling, however. In March, Disney announced that it would start scheduling two bookings per week in October, down from its typical three to four weekly bookings. With the Halcyon set to close in September, Disney won’t get the chance to make this change.
# DISNEY THANKS CAST MEMBERS AND IMAGINEERS
“We are so proud of all of the Cast Members and Imagineers who brought Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser to life and look forward to delivering an excellent experience for Guests during the remaining voyages over the coming months,” Disney’s update says. “Thank you to our Guests and fans for making this experience so special.”
# CONTACTING GUESTS TO MODIFY THEIR PLANS
According to Disney, the company will contact anyone who has bookings on or after September 30th “to discuss your options and modify your plans.” The company is also pausing new bookings until May 26th while it takes care of affected guests. Disney didn’t immediately respond to The Verge’s request for comment.
It remains to be seen what the future holds for Disney’s immersive hotel experience. Nevertheless, Disney remains committed to providing a magical experience for all its guests, promising excellent service and unforgettable memories.
