Disney Vacation Club (DVC) recently announced the points charts for 2026, offering members a chance to review how their vacation planning may be affected. While most aspects of the charts remain consistent with previous years, there are some notable adjustments and updates. Below, we’ll break down the most important details to help DVC members make informed choices for their 2026 bookings.
Key Features of the 2026 Points Charts
The 2026 points charts continue to reflect DVC’s approach of maintaining a balance between reservation patterns and member demand. For the fourth consecutive year, the points allocated to specific seasons and accommodations have seen minimal changes.
This consistency can be traced back to a key change made in 2021 when DVC updated the calendar, expanding it from five to seven seasons. Since then, seasonal adjustments have primarily focused on high-demand periods such as October and November, which have slightly increased in cost. Conversely, dates in May, early June, late August, and September have seen decreased nightly point costs.
For 2026, the adjustments primarily involve subtle shifts to align calendar-based holidays such as Easter and Thanksgiving. These adjustments ensure that reservation costs reflect the annual variability of holiday dates.
Room Category Naming Updates
A noticeable update for 2026 is the renaming of certain room categories across multiple resorts. What was once known as “Standard View” rooms now appears as “Resort View” at locations such as Disney’s Riviera Resort, Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas.
Similarly, higher-tier view categories, such as “Lake View,” are now labeled “Preferred View.” Examples include accommodations at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Bay Lake Tower. These changes are purely cosmetic but aim to provide more clarity to members when choosing room types.
Specific Adjustments at Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
Among all Disney Vacation Club properties, Disney’s BoardWalk Villas experienced the most significant changes in the 2026 points charts. The adjustments primarily affected Resort View studios during the lower-demand seasons.
- Point increases: The three least expensive booking seasons saw an increase of one point per night, Sunday through Thursday.
- Point decreases: To balance these increases, the fourth booking tier had a one-point reduction on weekday nights, dropping from 12 to 11 points. A few weekend nights also saw slight cost reductions.
It’s worth noting that point allocations for larger accommodations, such as One-, Two-, and Three-Bedroom Villas, remained unchanged.
Links to the 2026 Points Charts
Members can view the full points charts for all 17 DVC properties on the official Disney Vacation Club website. Resorts that have updated points charts for 2026 include, but are not limited to:
- Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas, Ko Olina, Hawai’i
- Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
- Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
- Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
- Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas
- Disney’s Beach Club Villas
- Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
- Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort
- Disney’s Old Key West Resort
- Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
- Disney’s Riviera Resort
- Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
- Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
- The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
- The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
- The Villas at Disneyland Hotel
What This Means for Members
The gradual nature of these updates ensures that DVC members have time to adjust their plans without major disruptions. Disney Vacation Club remains committed to creating a balance in availability and member demand, refining seasonal point allocations in response to guest booking trends.
Though adjustments for 2026 are relatively minor, members planning stays during transitional seasons or specific holidays should review the updated charts carefully. Comparing their booking patterns to these changes will help members maximize their points and plan vacations effectively.
Final Thoughts
The 2026 Disney Vacation Club points charts reaffirm Disney’s goal of balancing its members’ needs with seasonal demand. While the changes for this year are modest, they reflect a thoughtful approach to evolving vacation patterns.
For members, the updated charts offer an opportunity to revisit vacation strategies and ensure their points are used efficiently. Whether you’re booking a stay for a popular holiday or a quieter season, the 2026 points charts provide a roadmap for planning unforgettable Disney vacations.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
