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Official Walt Disney World Hotel
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Welcome to Walt Disney World Dolphin
Discover Walt Disney World® From Our Resort Near EPCOT®
Walt Disney World Dolphin places you in the heart of Walt Disney World® Resort, giving you convenient access to EPCOT®, Disney’s BoardWalk and Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. As you explore the magic, you enjoy the ease of staying at one of the family friendly hotels near Disney World, with complimentary shuttles to every Walt Disney World® theme park, early entry benefits and preferred golf tee times. With 23 restaurants, lounges and bars, you choose from award‑winning sushi at Kimonos or classic Italian at Il Mulino New York Trattoria. Your downtime feels effortless, whether you relax with a treatment at Mandara Spa or cool off in the grotto‑style pool. After a full day in Lake Buena Vista, you return to a thoughtfully designed resort room, some featuring views of EPCOT® fireworks. The experience reflects the elevated comfort found at Disney resorts in Orlando, FL, while placing you near the excitement expected from a Disney world hotel in Orlando.
LOCATION
Ideally Situated in the Heart of the Walt Disney World Resort
The award-winning Walt Disney World Dolphin, part of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin resort complex, resides conveniently amongst the greatest theme parks and attractions in Central Florida. The iconic complex is located within walking distance between Epcot® and Disney’s Hollywood Studios™. Guests enjoy complimentary scheduled transportation around the Walt Disney World® Resort. Guests can take a leisurely cruise on a Disney water taxi to Epcot® and Disney’s Hollywood Studios™ or take our shuttle bus to all other attractions and Disney resorts within Walt Disney World® complex. Transportation arrives at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin and Walt Disney World Swan Reserve approximately every 15 – 20 minutes.
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Our Resorts
Experience the Magic
Welcome to The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin and the new, Walt Disney World Swan Reserve. Guests can discover 23 world-class restaurants and lounges, sophisticated guest rooms and the luxurious Mandara Spa. The resort also features six pools, a white sand beach, three health clubs, nearby championship golf, and complimentary transportation throughout the Walt Disney World Resort.
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Three Ways to Stay. One Iconic Resort. Endless Disney Magic.
Walt Disney World Swan
The Swan pairs timeless design with its graceful swan statues and inviting spaces. Guests can relax in stylish rooms and enjoy the same restaurants, pools, and shared resort experiences found throughout the property.
Walt Disney World Dolphin
The Dolphin features bold, unmistakable architecture, including its signature 21-story pyramid and iconic dolphin statues. Guests enjoy comfortable rooms, celebrated dining, lush pools, and full access to all resort amenities.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
The Swan Reserve is the resort’s newest hotel, offering a modern, boutique‑style retreat with elevated rooms and suites and a more intimate experience. Guests also enjoy complete access to all resort amenities.
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Todd English's Bluezoo
Enjoy coastal cuisine from celebrity Chef Todd English, featuring fresh seafood in a vibrant setting. Recognized with the AAA Four Diamond Award and Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence, it stands among top seafood restaurants in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
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Bourbon Steak
Bourbon Steak celebrates the details that make meals memorable Chef Michael Mina brings his fresh perspective to familiar favorites, balancing the joy of the classics with the thrill of the unexpected. Bringing new delight to time honored rituals.
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Il Mulino New York Trattoria
We're delighted to welcome one of New York's celebrated Italian restaurants to our Walt Disney World® resort. The brainchild of Fernando and Gino Masci, the Il Mulino restaurant in Orlando near Disney offers a rustic atmosphere and a locally sourced menu
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Kimonos
For a truly authentic experience that isn't just another Lake Buena Vista steakhouse, try Kimonos. Our award-winning Japanese restaurant prepares beautiful sushi plates in a sophisticated setting. Join us at Walt Disney World® Dolphin for fun karaoke.
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Amare
Join us at Amare, our Mediterranean restaurant near Disney World® serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy delicious meals in a relaxing atmosphere in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
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Rosa Mexicano
Rosa Mexicano offers a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine, serving both beloved classics and sophisticated dishes in a stylish and festive atmosphere. With every dish we honor Mexican heritage.
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Garden Grove
Enjoy family-friendly fare at Garden Grove. The centerpiece of this unique restaurant is a beautiful 25-foot oak tree, adorned with twinkling lights and paper lanterns, a true spectacle for diners. Open for breakfast on most days.
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Cabana Bar & Beach Club
Find a sophisticated variety of appetizers, salads, gourmet flatbreads and entrées at Cabana Bar & Beach Club, our chic Lake Buena Vista restaurant just moments from Disney World® parks and attractions.
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Splash Pool Bar
A poolside venue offering cocktails, beer, wine and light menu offered.
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The Fountain
Crisp salads, custom grilled burgers, and a delectable array of sandwiches and desserts. Take away homemade or soft serve ice cream.
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Tangerine
Discover the ease of Disney World hotel dining, at Tangerine. Guests can enjoy signature drinks poolside along with casual fare including flatbreads.
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Fuel
Stock up on grab‑and‑go options at Fuel, where sandwiches, snacks and barista‑made coffee drinks energize your day. Enjoy a sweet treat from our DIY yogurt stand or a fresh pastry, with ease from our coffee shop near Disney World®.
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Chill
Relax at our bar near Disney World with a refreshing selection of beer, wine and unique frozen libations, including a Cold Fashioned, Mango Margarita or a Paloma. Family-friendly options are also available, such as sodas, snacks, chips and cookies.
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Java
Relax in Lake Buena Vista with an espresso, cappuccino and other hot beverages at our convenient dining spot in the lobby. Java serves freshly prepared breakfast items, sandwiches, pastries and other on-the-go snacks for the whole family.
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Grounds
Take a break from the excitement of Walt Disney World®. Savor a light lunch or sip on your favorite morning drink at our grab-and-go coffee bar. Grounds is the perfect start to your stay in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
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Phins
After dining at our Lake Buena Vista restaurants, sip on a custom-crafted cocktail at Phins, serving our signature Phins and Feathers beer. Our bar near Disney World® is located in our all-new lobby.
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Stir
Stir offers an airy, tropical fell in the lobby and serves specially cocktails and light bites.
Exclusive Disney Resort Guest Benefits
Theme Park Early Entry and Extended Evening
Stay in the magic at a Disney Resort hotel and enjoy 30 minutes early entry to any Theme Park every day! That means even more time to experience the dazzling Walt Disney World® 50th Anniversary Celebration featuring more enchantment at Magic Kingdom® Park. More excitement at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. More adventure at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. More possibilities at EPCOT®. It’s a great way to jump-
Disney Tickets
Save time by ordering your Disney Theme Park tickets in advance and make your theme park reservations. Park reservations are limited in capacity, subject to availability and are not guaranteed. With valid Park admission and Park reservations in hand, you’re all set to experience the kind of enchantment, thrills and memorable moments you can only find at The Most Magical Place on Earth.
On-Site Disney Planning Center
Why wait? Our on-site Disney Cast Members can show you how to make your Disney dreams come true! We can assist you with a full array of Walt Disney World tickets, eliminate your wait time in ticketing lines at the gates, “Insider tips” scheduling Disney activities, dining reservations, and more!
Advanced Tee Times and 3 Championship Courses
Walt Disney World® Resort has three championship golf courses plus a nine-hole walking course. Currently there are 63 breathtaking holes. As a guest of the Walt Disney World Swan, Walt Disney World Dolphin and Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, you are able to take advantage of advance tee times.
Complimentary Disney Transportation & Parking
Take a leisurely stroll to Epcot® and Disney’s Hollywood Studios™ or take a scheduled shuttle bus to other areas and Disney resorts within Walt Disney World® Resort. The buses arrive at our hotel approximately every 20 – 30 minutes so. Guests who choose to drive their own car to the Walt Disney World Theme Parks will receive free parking just by showing your Disney resort hotel room key!
Lightning Lane Pass
Guests of the resort can purchase Lightning Lane Passes—and choose experiences and arrival windows—starting 7 days before the first day of their Resort stay, for their length of stay (up to 14 days).
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Lightning Lane Premiere Pass
Introducing our newest guest benefit - the Lightning Lane Premier Pass! Guests of the resort can purchase one-time access to every Lightning Lane attraction in a park—no need to schedule times, starting 7 days before the first day of their Resort stay. Ride your favorites at your pace and unlock exclusive photo perks, including Disney PhotoPass Lenses. Don’t miss out on the ultimate way to experience the magic.
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Rooms & Suites
Our contemporary guest rooms offer the perfect retreat for rest and relaxation.
Offers & Packages
VACATIONS BY MARRIOTT BONVOY
Bundle Hotel + Flight to Save and Earn Points
Disney Passholder Rate
Stay where the magic feels familiar. Disney Annual Passholders receive preferred savings of up to 30%, inviting moments worth returning to time and again. Use corporate code QWH when booking. Valid ID required upon check-in.
Florida Resident Rate
The perks of living this close to the magic just got better! Exclusive savings of up to 30% for Florida residents await at our award winning Walt Disney World® resort. Use corporate code L9Z when booking. Valid ID required upon check-in.
Senior Citizen Rate
Guests 62 and older receive special savings at our award winning resorts in the heart of Walt Disney World® Resort, where enchanting dining, entertainment, and storybook moments await. Use corporate code S9R when booking. Valid ID required upon check-in.
Teacher and School Staff Appreciation Rate
Teachers and school support staff deserve a well earned moment of magic with special savings of up to 25% on a getaway filled with Disney wonder. Use corporate code S5198 when booking. Valid ID required upon check-in.
First Responders/ Nurse Rate
In appreciation of all you do, we invite Nurses, Doctors, Firefighters, Paramedics, and Medical professionals to experience our Resorts with our exclusive thank you rate - because you deserve a little extra magic! Use corporate code Y7N when booking. Valid ID required upon check-in.
AAA Rate
Begin your getaway with a touch of wonder and exclusive savings for AAA and CAA members, featuring up to 25% off our best available rates. Use corporate code AAA when booking. Valid ID required upon check-in.
Activities
So Much to Do. So Little Time!
When you visit our Disney resort there is so much to see and do, it is never long enough. Aside from the incredible adventures of the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks and the championship Walt Disney World golf courses, an endless choice of recreational activities await you – right here on the resort grounds. The Walt Disney World Swan, Walt Disney World Dolphin, and Walt Disney World Swan Reserve deliver the optimal mix of entertainment options with crystal blue pools offering a variety of beach activities, basketball and volleyball, jogging trails, health clubs, a luxurious spa, a game room, shopping and more!
Spectacular Weddings
To Love, Laughter, And Happily Ever After
Whether you’re looking for a wedding overlooking all of Walt Disney World, a ceremony on a white sand beach, or a romantic celebration enveloped by calm water, trees and dreamy lighting, our event planning team is ready to design the perfect day to showcase your unique style and reflect your love and personalities. From intimate celebrations to character-filled extravaganzas 14 stories above Walt Disney World, we have the expertise to make your dream wedding a reality.
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Meetings & Events
Make It Memorable
The Walt Disney World Swan, Walt Disney World Dolphin and Walt Disney World Swan Reserve are renowned for expansive meeting facilities, outstanding service and ideal location in the heart of the world’s most desirable destination – the Walt Disney World® Resort. Here you will find over 333,000 square feet of meeting space with 87 meeting rooms, including two executive boardrooms, four ballroom options, 110,500 square feet of contiguous convention/exhibit space, outdoor function areas, two business centers and exclusive group Disney Benefits. We have every resource imaginable to make your meeting or event one you’ll remember for years to come.
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Activities
Spa & Health Clubs
Leave time at the door and enter a world where wellness meets wonder. Discover the beauty of our renewed Mandara Spa and an ethos encompassing well-being from around the world. A 10,500-square-foot sanctuary for the senses, Mandara captures the essence of our Balinese heritage while charting a path to the New World – a journey that touches on regional influences infused into unparalleled Mandara experiences. Those who want to stay fit while on the road will be glad they chose to stay at this Disney Resort! The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin offers three state-of-the art health clubs equipped to satisfy even the most demanding fitness enthusiast.
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FEATURED AMENITIES ON-SITE
Property Amenities On-Site
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19 Restaurants
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Gift Shop
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Fresh Linen Provided
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Beach
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Business Center
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On-Site Laundry
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No Fire Pit + Grill Grate
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No Chairs + Picnic Table
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Complimentary Wi-Fi
Free for Marriott Bonvoy Members
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Mobile Key
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Guest Room Entertainment
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Valet Dry Cleaning
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Same Day Dry Cleaning
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Room Service
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Wake-Up Calls
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Concierge
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Housekeeping
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Mail & Package Delivery Available
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Spa
Mandara Spa
Relax after a day of exploring the parks at Mandara Spa at Walt Disney World Dolphin. Tranquil and sophisticated, our Balinese-style spa near Disney World features modern amenities and treatments like couples’ massages, body wraps and more.
Fitness
Health Clubs
On-site fitness center featuring cardio equipment, free weights and other workout equipment.
Club
Camp Dolphin
Camp Dolphin is a fun-filled club exclusively for kids. Located next to the health club on the lower level of the Dolphin, Camp Dolphin provides hours of non-stop fun and excitement for children ages 5 through 12.
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Waterfront
Cabanas
Relax by the pool in a private cabana! Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Poolside Cabanas include a HDTV, mini-refrigerator (stocked with soda and bottled water), relaxing furniture, seasonal fruit bowl, a lemon infused water tower, and more! Advance reservations are required.
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SwimmingGrotto Pool with Water Slide and Waterfall
OUR LOCATION
Tel: +1 407-934-4000
GETTING HERE
Walt Disney World Dolphin
1500 Epcot Resort Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA, 32830
This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
Alternate Airport Transportation:
Mears Transportation; fee: 78.00 USD (one way) ;reservation required: $78.00 - One-way, $170.00 - Round Trip
Reservation Required: +1 407-422-2222
This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
Alternate Airport Transportation:
Mears Transportation
On-Property:
Private Car Service:
Limousine/Van Service
Onsite Car Rental Company:
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Nearby:
Bus Station:
Greyhound-Orlando Bus StationTrain Station:
Getting Here
In the heart of the Walt Disney World® Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is your gateway to Orlando’s greatest theme parks and attractions. The Swan and Dolphin Hotel is conveniently located between Epcot® and Disney’s Hollywood Studios™ and by many popular Orlando attractions.
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Property Details
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
Minimum Age to Check In: 18
Smoke Free Property
Pet Policy
Pets Not Allowed
Parking
On-Site Parking
Hourly: $40.00
Daily: $40.00
Weekly: $280.00
Valet
Daily: $61.00
Additional Parking Information
Receive complimentary parking at Disney theme parks with your room key and MyDisney Experience App confirmation.
Policies and Payments
Accepts: Cash, Credit Cards
Services
24-hour Front Desk
Babysitting
Concierge desk service
Currency Exchange
Property has elevators
Vending Machine
Languages spoken by staff:
English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Creole
For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +1 407-934-4000 . Click here to see accessible rooms types at this hotel.
Accessible Hotel Features
Accessible on-site parking
Property has elevators
Self Operating lift or a sloped entry in hotel swimming pools
Service Animals are welcome without a fee or documentation
Valet parking for vehicles outfitted for drivers in wheelchairs
Van Accessible on-site parking
Accessible Areas with Accessible Routes from Public Entrance
Accessible Entrance to On-Site Pool
Entrance to On-Site Fitness Center is Accessible
Entrance to On-Site Spa is Accessible
Main Entrance is Accessible
Meeting Spaces are Accessible
On-Site Restaurants are Accessible
Room and Suites Access through the Interior Corridor
Guest Room Accessibility
Accessible Vanities
Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
Alarm Clock Telephone Ringers
Bathtub Grab Rails
Bathtub Seat
Closed Caption TV
Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors
Flashing Door Knockers
Guest Room and Suites Doors Self-Closing
Guests in mobility-accessible rooms may inquire about lowering the bed height
Hearing Accessible Rooms and/or Kits
Lever Handles on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Deadbolts on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Electrical Outlets
Lowered Night Guards on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Viewports in Guest Room Doors
Mobility accessible rooms
Non-slip Grab Rails in the Bathroom
Roll-in Shower
Safety Chains and/or Latches on Guest Doors
TTY/TTD Compatible
Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
Transfer Showers in Guest Rooms
Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors
Certifications
Green Key Eco-Rating Program Certified
Footprints
Carbon Footprint: 22.53 kg per room night
Water Footprint: 928.95 liters per room night
Environmental
Practices
Guest Room Recycling
Frequently Asked Questions
The check-in time at Walt Disney World Dolphin is 4:00 pm and the check-out time is 11:00 am.
The pet policy at Walt Disney World Dolphin is:
Pets Not Allowed
The parking options at Walt Disney World Dolphin are:
On-Site Parking: Hourly: $40.00; Daily: $40.00; Weekly: $280.00
Valet: Daily: $61.00
Receive complimentary parking at Disney theme parks with your room key and MyDisney Experience App confirmation.
The property amenities at Walt Disney World Dolphin are:
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Spa
Outdoor Pool
Meeting Space
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Beach
Business Center
Convenience Store
Gift Shop
Same Day Dry Cleaning
On-Site Laundry
Room Service
Wake-Up Calls
Daily
Turndown Service
Mobile Key
Service Request
Guest Room Entertainment
Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin has in-room Wi-Fi available to hotel guests. Marriott Bonvoy members receive complimentary in-room Internet access when they book direct. Sign up for Marriott Bonvoy for free as you complete your Walt Disney World Dolphin booking.
The closest airport near Walt Disney World Dolphin is Orlando International Airport (MCO). MCO is located approximately 20.5 Miles from the hotel.
No, Walt Disney World Dolphin does not have electric vehicle charging stations.
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