Walt Disney World Dolphin

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Walt Disney World Dolphin | Walt Disney World, Orlando | Virgin Atlantic Holidays

Walt Disney World, Orlando

5 stars

Available offers

Stay before 31 Dec '26 to receive the following benefits:

- Complimentary self-parking, saving $36 per day.

- Kids 9 years and under eat free at selected restaurants when accompanied by a full paying adult. Maximum 2 children per room, per paying adult. Restaurants and meal options are subject to change.

- Receive $30 off any Mandara Spa treatment when spending $200 or more.

Disney Benefits Included:

- 7 Day advance reservations for Lightning Lane theme park ride reservation system (3 days for all other offsite hotels)

-Complimentary transport to all Disney theme parks and Disney springs, includes water taxis

-Early entry daily and extended Disney theme park hours up to 2 hours past closing on select evening

- Complimentary self-parking at all four Disney theme parks

*Exclusive benefits subject to change.

Perched overlooking the gardens leading to Epcot, the Walt Disney World Dolphin is a fantastic base to explore the magic land and, with it being a Disney partner hotel, you get a whole host of exclusive benefits to really make the most of the parks. You're even within walking distance of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios so you can explore a galaxy far, far away (or you could get a scenic water taxi ride there instead! With Walt Disney World Swan and Swan Reserve adjacent, there’s so much more to enjoy than just 1 hotel. With 23 restaurants to tantalise your tastebuds, 6 pools, a waterslide, a kids’ camp and mini-golf nearby, little ones will be entertained to high heavens.

Amenities

Golf
Tennis
Kids Club
Car Included
Wedding
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Free Parking
Free transport to theme parks
Games Room
Internet Access
Laundry Service
No Smoking
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool

Explore the local area

Ideally located in the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort. Adjacent to Epcot and within close proximity to Disney's Hollywood Studios. Transfer time from Orlando International Airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel Information

Room Information
Room Upgrade Information

2,619 guest rooms. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen HDTV, iPod/MP3 connections, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee making facilities, mini-fridge, safe, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer.

Our Standard Rooms include resort views at no additional charge, with 1 king-size bed plus sofa bed, or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 people. (5th person can be accommodated on a rollaway bed*).

Hotel details

Getting Around

Complimentary Disney transportation throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. Within walking distance of Disney's BoardWalk, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and to a private entrance at Epcot. Complimentary water taxi to Disney's Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Complimentary self-parking for Virgin Atlantic Holidays customers (saving $36 per day). Valet parking £44 plus tax, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

Dining

23 restaurants and lounges across the Swan, Swan Reserve and Dolphin resorts: Amare (Mediterranean cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Rosa Mexicano (Mexican cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Tangerine (poolside drinks and casual fare). The Fountain (open for lunch and dinner). Fuel (grab and go items). Garden Grove (open for breakfast). Grounds (craft coffee, sandwiches and pastries). Il Mulino New York Trattoria (Italian dining, open for dinner). Il Mulino Lounge. Stir (lobby lounge). Kimonos (sushi, open for dinner). Kimonos Lounge. Splash Pool Bar & Grill (poolside dining). Java (open for breakfast; grab-and-go open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Picabu (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Shula's Steak House (open for dinner). Todd English's Bluezoo (seafood, open for dinner) Todd English's Bluezoo Lounge (cocktails and light bites). Shula's Lounge. Phins (light bites and cocktails). Chill (frozen cocktails). Cabana Bar and Beach Club. In-room Mobile Dining available.

Fun and Games

6 swimming pools, including a 3-acre grotto pool with waterslide and waterfalls, 2 lap pools, a spring pool and a kids' pool. Poolside cabanas*. 4 whirlpools. Sandy beach. The Dolphin Health Club with fitness centre, classes, and yoga mats (on request). Mandara Spa*. Swan paddle boats. Camp Dolphin* kids' club. Water volleyball. Beach volleyball. Basketball. Ping Pong. Pool table. Giant checkers. Jogging trails. Kids' playground. Arcade*. Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf* (located nearby). Advance tee times at Walt Disney World Resort's three championship golf courses.

Entertainment

Poolside entertainment and activities (seasonal).

Handy Stuff

Complimentary WiFi. 24-hour ATM. Babysitting*. Laundry/dry cleaning facilities*. Concierge. Merchandise delivery service from the park to your hotel. Complimentary parking at Disney Theme Parks with room key and ID. Early Theme Park Entry (30mins) and Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (on select evenings). Priority seating at Disney Restaurants.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

Resort Fees

The resort fee is included in the hotel cost for Virgin Atlantic Holidays guests.

Resort Fees Detail

Resort fee includes: - Complimentary daily swan paddleboat rentals - In-room wireless internet - Live instructor led fitness classes - Nightly movies and s'mores on the beach - Additional value add benefits including discounted spa treatments. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability. Please check with the hotel for the most up-to-date information.

Additional Information

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: use of a rollaway bed for parties of 5 people or more sharing a room will incur an additional charge. This is subject to change and is payable locally to the hotel.

Trip advisor rating

3.6/5

1,995 reviews

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Excellent

35%

Very Good

27%

Average

16%

Poor

10%

Terrible

12%

“Overpriced, Outdated, and Mismanaged”

Aug 30, 2025shermainea2019

We stayed overnight and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. I had called twice the week before and again the day before arrival to confirm requests for a crib, a higher-floor room, and early check-in at 1 p.m. I even upgraded to a fireworks-view room. Despite all that, when we arrived the room wasn’t ready. I checked back twice, and by 4:10 p.m.—past the 4 p.m. check-in time—it was still not available. Hotels are strict about 11 a.m. checkout, so it’s frustrating that they aren’t equally strict about honoring check-in. The hotel itself feels very outdated for the price. You have to pay for self parking which we wouldn’t mind if there were actual spots available. Instead, the lot was full and people were forced to squeeze into makeshift spaces. When we finally got our room, there was no crib despite all my calls. I had to go back down and complain to the manager before one was finally delivered. Also, for a hotel branded as the “Walt Disney Dolphin,” it really doesn’t feel Disney at all. The only positive is that the room was clean. Otherwise, Wi-Fi didn’t work, the hallways were dark and uninviting, and the bathroom had no vent. Overall, this hotel is outdated, overpriced, and does not deliver the Disney experience you’d expect. The cleanliness was the only redeeming factor. I would not recommend staying here.

“AWFUL MAGIC KINGDOM TRANSPORTATION/ old gross small rooms”

Aug 30, 2025jessica m

Rooms are old, loud and outdated. Bathrooms tiny and dirty. THEY USE THIRD PARTY TRANSPORTATION AND IT SUCKS!!! The Bus lies and the drivers- they are sketchy mears buses that lights same magic kingdom the Bus Driver told us magic Kingdom and dropped us off at the Transportation and ticket center and made eight steps before that. RUINED our night plans. DONT BOTHER- stay at full disney property.

“SUITE FOR ME???”

Aug 28, 2025Damian W

I stayed in a suite at the Dolphin for a business conference. The location is truly unbeatable—it's close to EPCOT, with dining options within walking distance to the boardwalk, or you can enjoy a complimentary boat ride. The resort offers fantastic amenities. However, the pool tends to get quite crowded in the afternoons. The gym is somewhat small, but it does have a laundry room! The conference facilities were well-organized and very convenient. The suite itself was spacious and comfortable, making it suitable for both work and relaxation, although the décor felt a bit outdated and one of the drawers wouldn't close properly. The bathroom was smaller than I had anticipated. Housekeeping was a bit inconsistent; sometimes I received only a couple of bottles of water, and other times cleaning was delayed until the late afternoon. The Wi-Fi connection was not very reliable, often cutting in and out. The dining options were excellent for quick meals like pizza and burgers. Overall, this is a great choice for business travelers looking for a balance of productivity and relaxation in the Disney area. I would absolutely love to return again!!!

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