Shades of Green provides Laundry Rooms for guests.
Updated 18 August 2023 – After a month and a half long debacle of closing the laundry rooms in both wings of the hotel, the laundry rooms have finally reopened with new machines. For a long time there had been WiFi connectivity issues (for payment processing) for the old machines due to Shades of Green’s poor WiFi signal that the machines had become mostly unusable.
I hope that these new machines will be up to the task!
Planning a Stay at Shades of Green?
Shades of Green is one of the most unique military benefits available for Walt Disney World vacations. From eligibility rules and room categories to transportation and military ticket sales, these guides will help you better understand Disney’s military-only resort.
- Shades of Green Overview
- Why Stay at Shades of Green?
- Shades of Green Rooms
- Shades of Green Room Rates
- How to Make Reservations at Shades of Green
- Disney Tickets at Shades of Green
- Shades of Green Fact Sheet & FAQ
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The Laundry Rooms
Shades of Green offers 2 laundry rooms for guest use, 1 in each wing of the resort.
The Magnolia Wing room is on the 2nd floor and the Palm one is on the 3rd. Each laundry room offers multiple washers and dryers as well as folding tables and laundry carts. Each room also has vending machines for laundry essentials and snacks/beverages.
Microwaves are also available in the laundry rooms for guest use. These 2 microwaves are the only 2 available for guest use on property; there are none in the guest rooms.
Chairs and a TV are available for your entertainment while waiting.
The Magnolia Laundry Room.
The Palm Laundry Room.
General Laundry Room Pics
These pics all show the old machines (white ones) but also what the laundry rooms are like.

Old Machines in this pic.
Washers, Dryers, and the soap machines take credit and debit cards as well as ApplePay. The current price is $2 per load.

Old Machines in this pic.
Each laundry room has soda and snack machines, a TV, microwave, plus chairs to wait on. (There are no microwaves in the rooms, safety you know…)
The last time we used the laundry room at Shades of Green, Dad took the kids to the pool and Mom had some quiet time in the laundry room. Sounds odd but after a hectic morning with the kids in the parks she enjoyed the quite of being by herself with a good book.

$1.00 for a single load mini box

Shades of Green’s Laundry Debit, Credit, ApplePay

Shades of Green’s Washers Instructions – $2.00 to use

Shades of Green’s Dryers Instructions – $2.00 to use
Take a Disney Mid-Day Break it’s a Good Time To Use Shades of Green’s Laundry Rooms.
Central Florida can be very hot and muggy in the summer! Almost all Disney planners recommend a mid-day break from the theme parks to go back to the room and recharge your batteries.
We always do this if we are at WDW in the summer!
Some people hate to leave the parks once they are there, but being there from early in the morning until closing has been known to make not only children, but seasoned NCOs cry.
Summertime hours in the parks can run from 8AM the 11PM or later. That’s just too much to take at one time.
So, sometime after having lunch in the park, bail out and head back to your room. Get out of your very sweaty clothes, hit the pool, or just get a nap. I recommend both!
Then, put on dry clothes and head on back to the park. You’ll have a decisive edge on those who have stayed there to tough it out.
The only down side of this strategy is that wearing two full sets of clothes per day you’ll accumulate laundry at an increased rate.
So, unless you packed for a month you’ll need to do laundry sometime during your stay.
Shades of Green Laundry Rooms — Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the laundry rooms located at Shades of Green?
There are two laundry rooms at Shades of Green — one in each guest wing. The Magnolia Wing laundry room is on the 2nd floor, and the Palm Wing laundry room is on the 3rd floor.
What equipment and amenities do the laundry rooms have?
Each laundry room includes multiple washers and dryers, folding tables, laundry carts, and vending machines for detergent, snacks, and drinks. There are also chairs and a TV for guests waiting on loads.
How much does it cost to do laundry?
Each wash or dry cycle currently costs $2.00 per load. Detergent vending machines sell single-load boxes for about $1.00 each.
What forms of payment are accepted?
The washers, dryers, and vending machines accept credit cards, debit cards, and Apple Pay.
Are microwaves available for guests to use?
Yes. Each laundry room has a microwave — and these are the only microwaves available for guest use at Shades of Green.
Are the laundry rooms air-conditioned?
Yes. Both laundry rooms are air-conditioned and comfortable, offering a quiet spot to cool off while clothes wash and dry.
Can I relax or multitask while doing laundry?
Absolutely! Many guests use laundry time to read, relax, or enjoy some quiet time. The rooms are peaceful and equipped with seating and a TV.
When were the laundry rooms last updated?
The laundry rooms were refurbished in August 2023 with new machines after resolving prior Wi-Fi and payment issues.
When’s the best time to do laundry during a Disney trip?
A perfect time is during a mid-day break from the theme parks. Guests often return to Shades of Green to rest, cool off, and do laundry before heading back out for the evening.
This article was written by Steve Bell, founder of Military Disney Tips.
Steve is a retired U.S. military member who has been visiting the Disney Parks since 1971 and writing about Disney military discounts and vacations for the military community for over 18 years.
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Planning a Stay at Shades of Green?
Shades of Green is one of the most unique military benefits available for Walt Disney World vacations. From eligibility rules and room categories to transportation and military ticket sales, these guides will help you better understand Disney’s military-only resort.
- Shades of Green Overview
- Why Stay at Shades of Green?
- Shades of Green Rooms
- Shades of Green Room Rates
- How to Make Reservations at Shades of Green
- Disney Tickets at Shades of Green
- Shades of Green Fact Sheet & FAQ
Additional Shades of Green Resources:
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We are 110% laundry room users, often more than once per trip.
We were just there end of June/early July in the Palm wing for 8 or 9 days, and used the laundry room at least 3x.
During our stay, we also received notice the CC system was down and we had to go downstairs to buy $5 laundry cards (one soap, one wash, one dry) for portions of the week.
The laundry closure email came out right after we returned home. I was wondering if they were losing too much $$ (we only got one CC charge for laundry as far as I can tell – I was thinking the system was probably broken esp since they started selling cards for some days = there should have been at least 2-4 charges unless my husband decided to use a card solely in his name but that would be unusual).
Also, in the Palm wing, at least one washing machine wouldn’t start (someone else we observed having that issue) and one dryer didn’t dry (our issue).
Hopefully, they get it straightened out soon and reopened for people to enjoy!