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
Kids Club
Wedding
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Free Parking
Free transport to theme parks
Games Room
Internet Access
Laundry Service
No Smoking
Restaurant
Room Service
Where is it
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
1,514 guest rooms. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen HDTV, USB connections, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee making facilities, bottled water, 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*).
Balcony Rooms overlook the courtyard or the lake, 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*).
Stay before 31 Dec '27 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.
Complimentary Disney transportation throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. Within walking distance of 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 $40 per day). Valet parking $51 plus tax, per night (payable locally, subject to change).
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). Bourbon Steak House (open for dinner). Todd English's Bluezoo (seafood, open for dinner) Todd English's Bluezoo Lounge (cocktails and light bites). Phins (cocktails). Lagoon Games, Lanes & Eats (all-day casual dining and drinks). Chill (frozen cocktails). Cabana Bar and Beach Club. In-room Mobile Dining available.
Poolside entertainment and activities (seasonal).
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. Lagoon Games, Lanes and Eats (interactive games room, arcade and bowling alley)*. Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf* (located nearby). Advance tee times at Walt Disney World Resort's three championship golf courses.
Complimentary WiFi. 24-hour ATM. Babysitting (by outside company)*. 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.
The resort fee is included in the hotel cost for Virgin Atlantic Holidays guests.
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.
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
* 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.
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Great three night stay!!!
Apr 1, 2026msdet1529Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Great three night stay for a relaxing, comfy bed and a great shower.
After going to three major theme parks this location was a much needed place for rest, shower and to decompress. Very convenient to Epcot. We took the ferry or walked in the Boardwalk to get to the entrance area. Plenty of places to eat in the area. Our room was spacious, roomy…
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Great three night stay for a relaxing, comfy bed and a great shower.
After going to three major theme parks this location was a much needed place for rest, shower and to decompress. Very convenient to Epcot. We took the ferry or walked in the Boardwalk to get to the entrance area. Plenty of places to eat in the area. Our room was spacious, roomy and clean.
Highly recommend this for a good stay!!!
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Mar 26, 2026Dreamer39123260626
This has been the worst resort I’ve ever stayed at horrible customer service by the night shift manager so do yourself a favor and don’t book here it’s not what you think.
I wanted to give a five star rating, but it just came up short.
Mar 25, 2026BrewMikeHillsboro, Oregon
Stayed here for a family trip to WDW. First the good: location, location, location! Within walking distance of Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Nicely appointed rooms. And you get extended hours at the parks even though not technically a Disney property The bad: Had one day room service never showed up. Told front desk the next morning, no apology,…
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Stayed here for a family trip to WDW. First the good: location, location, location! Within walking distance of Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Nicely appointed rooms. And you get extended hours at the parks even though not technically a Disney property The bad: Had one day room service never showed up. Told front desk the next morning, no apology, but it was done up every day after that. The ugly: the phone service is the worst AI experience. When finally you could get transferred to a human at the front desk, your call will likely cut out and you have to start over. Will stay there again, but wish they could fix the few issues we had.
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Walt Disney World Dolphin. Great Option for a Disney Hotel.
Mar 24, 2026widecajmCincinnati, United States
We loved our stay at the Dolphin. It is recognized as a Disney Hotel, but you get the service of Marriott. It is located where you can walk to the Boardwalk, Epcot and Hollywood Studios. There is a lot for a family to do at the Dolphin / Swan. You have bus Transportation to all the parks and Disney Springs. It would be nice if they could take you…
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We loved our stay at the Dolphin. It is recognized as a Disney Hotel, but you get the service of Marriott. It is located where you can walk to the Boardwalk, Epcot and Hollywood Studios. There is a lot for a family to do at the Dolphin / Swan. You have bus Transportation to all the parks and Disney Springs. It would be nice if they could take you all the way to the Magic Kingdom with other Disney Buses, but the transportation center was fine. We would stay at the Dolphin every time. Since it is recognized as a Disney Hotel, you can select your Lightning Lane Rides 7 days in Advance of you stay (along with other Disney Hotel Guests) instead of 3 which is huge for getting good Lightning Lane times and then being able to add other rides or attractions once you go on your first ride. If you are a platinum elite member with Marriott, you can choose breakfast coupons as your welcome gift, which gives you a great breakfast option at Rosa Mexicana. As a Dolphin guest you get Early park entry like all the other Disney Hotels, and also Extra Hours (Late Night), when offered. I wish this hotel did he Disney "drink cup" for your stay (refillable cup that you purchase), but it is not an option. Small thing, but it would be great if they did. You book the hotel through Marriott not Disney, then link it to your My Disney Experience. Probably one of the best things about the hotel is its proximity to: Disney Board Walk, Epcot and Hollywood Studios, as well as a short bus ride to Disney Springs.
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Great Place To Stay-inside the park!
Mar 21, 2026pyounger54Mount Airy, North Carolina
Excellent place to stay. Very clean and staff are accommodating.
Great three night stay!!!
