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Does MagicBand unlock hotel room?

Active MagicBands, including ones from a previous visit, and Key to the World Cards can be used to unlock doors at your Disney Resort hotel. You can also use a MagicBand or card for the following, if applicable: Park admission. Room charges.



Yes, MagicBands and the newer MagicBand+ can be used to unlock your hotel room door, but this feature is currently exclusive to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. At Disney World, once you have linked your band to your "My Disney Experience" account and completed the online check-in process, you can simply tap the Mickey icon on the band against the reader on your room door to gain entry. This hands-free convenience is one of the primary selling points for staying "on-property" at a Disney resort. However, it is important to note that MagicBand+ at the Disneyland Resort in California does not currently support this feature. While Disneyland guests can use their bands to enter the parks and link PhotoPass photos, they must still use the "Unlock Door" feature within the Disneyland app or a physical Key to the World card to access their rooms at the Disneyland Hotel, Grand Californian, or Pixar Pier Hotel. Regardless of the location, you should always ensure your band is properly linked to your reservation and, for MagicBand+, that it has sufficient battery life, although the basic "tap" functions for door entry often work even if the interactive battery is low.

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What is this? Magic Bands were provided to every guest staying at a Walt Disney World resort hotel at no additional charge through the end of 2020. Starting in 2021, guests can purchase a Magic Band if they want to use one during their stay. So unfortunately, Magic Bands are no longer free.

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If you stay at the Disney hotel often or visit the parks regularly — for example, if you're a Magic Key or Annual Pass holder — a MagicBand might be worth it. Families with young children also might find MagicBands convenient.

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Follow these simple steps to unlock your hotel room:
  1. If Bluetooth on your mobile device is turned off, turn it on.
  2. Download and open the My Disney Experience app.
  3. Link your Disney Resort Hotel reservation to your Disney account.
  4. View your Disney Resort Hotel reservation.
  5. Select “Unlock Door”.


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Is a Magic Key worth it? A Disneyland Magic Key is especially beneficial for a local guest, but can also be beneficial for the out-of-town visitor. When you tack on the discounts added to Genie Plus service, dining, merchandise, parking and hotel stays, it can lead to significant savings.

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If you purchased an original MagicBand (or MagicBand 2), this style does not need to be charged. When purchased through your My Disney Experience account, this is automatically linked with your account and reservations. But if you purchased a MagicBand+, this style does come with a charger!

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