The last “voyages” of the immersive experience, which immerses visitors in Star Wars-themed chambers aboard the Starcruiser, will take place in September.
The much-publicized Disney Star Wars hotel, which costs $2,400 a night, is scheduled to close in September.
The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser was first billed as an immersive experience when it opened on March 1, 2022, at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
A stay was offered as a two-day package that includes housing in a cabin or suite, immersive entertainment including learning how to use a light sabre and joining the Resistance on missions against Kylo Ren and the First Order, food and beverages, and entry to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Although the experience received high praise from Star Wars fans and the entertainment industry, even earning a Thea Award for exceptional achievement in a themed entertainment environment, some people found the high price point to be unaffordable.
(Excluding taxes and fees) The cost of a cabin that sleeps two people is $4,809; a cabin that sleeps three people is $5,299; and a room that sleeps three adults and one kid is $5,999. $2,405 per person for a one-night, two-day stay is the cost for a couple sharing a room.
While the Grand Captain suite, which sleeps eight and has a kitchenette, living room, and numerous bathrooms, is said to have cost $20,000 for the most luxurious experience, it also has multiple bathrooms.
According to earlier rumours, Disney has lowered availability and ticket costs since it was difficult to fill rooms in the autumn.
The last “voyages” of the event are now scheduled to end in September 2023.
In a statement about the shutdown, Disney said: “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is one of our most innovative ventures ever. It has received accolades from visitors and recognition for raising the bar for innovation and immersive entertainment.
As we prepare for its final journey, we will use what we’ve learned to build future experiences that can reach more of our guests and fans. “This premium, boutique experience gave us the opportunity to try new things on a smaller scale of 100 rooms.”
Source: independent