Walt Disney World Dolphin

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.

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.

Entertainment

Poolside entertainment and activities (seasonal).

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.

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.

Resort Fees

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

Resort Fees Information

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.

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

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.

TripAdvisor traveller rating

Rating summary

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Excellent (696)
Very good (548)
Average (319)
Poor (191)
Terrible (241)

Overpriced, Outdated, and Mismanaged

Aug 30, 2025 shermainea2019 Orlando, Florida

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… Read more

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. Read less

AWFUL MAGIC KINGDOM TRANSPORTATION/ old gross small rooms

Aug 30, 2025 jessica m Cincinnati, Ohio

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… Read more

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. Read less

SUITE FOR ME???

Aug 28, 2025 Damian 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… Read more

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!!! Read less

Recap of 2022 visit

Aug 27, 2025 Mb_from_NJ Mount Holly, New Jersey

We stayed here in Feb. 2022. Don’t believe all the naysayers. The location and price can’t be beat. A few hints: Ask for a high floor. We stayed near the top of the pyramid. Maybe the 22nd. Floor. Short floor, maybe 8 rooms on each side. Very nice, not much wear and tear up there. Go to Yacht , Beach Club or Boardwalk Inn for busses. They are… Read more

We stayed here in Feb. 2022. Don’t believe all the naysayers. The location and price can’t be beat. A few hints: Ask for a high floor. We stayed near the top of the pyramid. Maybe the 22nd. Floor. Short floor, maybe 8 rooms on each side. Very nice, not much wear and tear up there. Go to Yacht , Beach Club or Boardwalk Inn for busses. They are much better than at Swan, Dolphin. Ate all our breakfasts except one on the boardwalk. Boardwalk bakery has reasonably priced food. There are also some good priced lunches to be had on the Boardwalk. We ate most dinners at the little cafe by the Dolphin pool. Again, good and reasonably priced. We didn’t get a car, so no exorbitant parking fee. The Meats shuttle from the airport worked well. Didn’t see a need fora car while there. We were there for the Princess Half Marathon, and everything met our expectations. Go ahead and stay at a Disney hotel if you want, cost will probably be double. Read less

Anywhere else, avoid and if you do stay here, DO NOT GET AN ADJOINING ROOM, YOU WILL NOT SLEEP

Aug 22, 2025 862jgaru Toronto, Canada

The staff were great, with the exception of front desk employee STONE who checked us in. I am a platinum elite member and upon checking in at 1am with two very tired children, I asked for an upgraded room very close to the elevators as we were exhausted and just wanted to get to our room. He gave me room 4171 which was actually the room which was… Read more

The staff were great, with the exception of front desk employee STONE who checked us in. I am a platinum elite member and upon checking in at 1am with two very tired children, I asked for an upgraded room very close to the elevators as we were exhausted and just wanted to get to our room. He gave me room 4171 which was actually the room which was as far from the elevator as you could get. It was down two long hallways and was the last room in the west wing. Was this a sick joke at the expense of an exhausted mother and her two exhausted children carrying heavy bags? I have no idea what his motivation was but it ruined the start to our holiday and I do not believe for a second that this was the only room available. Aside from that, room 4171 is an adjoining room and we had the pleasure of being woken up by a birthday party well beyond midnight, when we were trying to get up early for the parks early access. The adjoining door is paper thin, I could hear the beeps when they put the numbers into the safe code. I could hear people whispering. After calling security, they indicated that they would come to my room for me to make a statement (ie: alerting the party people that it was us next door who made the complaint) to which I said absolutely not, obviously not wanting to be singled out as the people who ruined the party fun?!! Just the idea of suggesting this is absurd. Once security had left the party continued and I asked again for security to come back, only to be told that they didn't hear anything from outside the door at the exact moment they came up, despite the party going on. I didn't get to sleep until after 3:00 am and my children were also woken up. Speaking of early access to the parks, when going to catch the boat to HS, we had to wait for 3 boats to come and go before we could board = no early access, which was one of the reasons I stayed at this dump. Overall this was a horrible stay, horrible staff and I'll be writing to Marriott HQ to share my experience. Read less

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