Walt Disney World Dolphin
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Hotel Overview
The Dolphin Desnt Disappoint!
We just completed a great weekend at the Dolphin and while this is a large hotel the options,...
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Sarasota Traveler
- Mar 11, 2013
Fabulous Vacation
Our stay at the Dolphin was wonderful. The staff was always kind and accommodating. The location is...
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JeleeB
- Mar 10, 2013
Avant-garde style meets comfort in magical Lake Buena Vista
A striking pyramid design topped by twin iconic dolphin sculptures welcomes guests to Walt Disney World Dolphin. Within the site is a grotto pool complete with waterfalls and white sand beach, plus a great choice of 17 restaurants. If karaoke and sushi appeals, there is Kimonos, or sample fresh produce at the Mediterranean market. For ultimate sophistication, relax at the chic Cabana Bar. Business guests are provided with a whopping 84 meeting rooms at Walt Disney World Dolphin.
Walt Disney World Dolphin Rooms
- Standard Guest Rooms
- At the end of the day, our guest rooms offer the perfect retreat for rest and relaxation. All guest rooms at the Walt Disney World Dolphin have been redesigned with a fresh, contemporary look that reflects a luxurious sophistication designed by world-renowned architect, Michael Graves.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Pool
- General
- Concierge
- Activities
- Pool
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Lake Buena Vista, Kissimmee, Orlando, St. Cloud, Winter Park, Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Sanford, Daytona Beach
- Nearby airports
- Orlando International Airport - 20 Miles; Executive Airport - 25 Miles; Tampa International Airport - 60 Miles
- Area description
- Nearby Cities: * Kissimmee - 5 Miles * Orlando - 5 Miles * St. Cloud - 15 Miles * Winter Park - 20 Miles * Cypress Gardens - 25 Miles * Winter Haven - 25 Miles * Sanford - 35 Miles * Daytona Beach - 75 Miles
Nearby points of interest
- Typhoon Lagoon: 1.9 mi
Dining
- Garden Grove
- Enjoy buffets for breakfast and dinner or casual a la carte favorites for lunch in Garden Grove, recently redesigned with a Central Park theme. Disney character dining featured nightly or for breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays. Perfect for family dining.
- Kimonos
- Experience the art of sushi, karaoke, and an intimate atmosphere in our authentic Japanese sushi restaurant. Open for dinner.
- Todd English's bluezoo
- Enjoy coastal cuisine from celebrity Chef Todd English, incorporating an innovative selection of fresh seafood in an energetic and vibrant atmosphere. AAA Four Diamond Award and three-time recipient of Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence. Open for dinner.
- Il Mulino New York Trattoria
- Traditional Italian cuisine from the Abruzzi region of Italy, served in a dynamic rustic trattoria. Features a diverse offering of exciting and bountifully presented dishes, prepared from original Italian recipes. Open for dinner.
- Splash Grill
- Lunch, snacks, and ice cream just steps from the pool and white sand beach. Self-service restaurant with indoor seating. Open seasonally.
- Fresh Mediterranean Market
- Savor fresh, made-to-order menu items from our Mediterranean-style market. Open for breakfast and lunch.
- The Fountain
- Crisp salads, custom grilled burgers, and a delectable array of sandwiches and desserts. Take away homemade or soft serve ice cream. Open for lunch and dinner.
- Todd English's bluezoo lounge
- Experience the resurgence of handmade classic cocktails in our ultra lounge, along with the areas finest champagnes, wines, and cordials. Open evenings.
- Splash Terrace
- Lunch, snacks and ice cream, just steps from the pool and white sand beach. Outdoor seating with table service. Open seasonally.
- Cabana Bar and Beach Club
- The new cabana is a sleek and contemporary venue with a hint of south beach chic. Use of luxurious materials such as exotic Ipe wood and custom glass and wood tiles as well as the signature gas torches and wispy white draperies which create intimate seating areas for sipping cocktails create an upscale and sophisticated ambience.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- A recipient of the prestigious Meetings & Conventions Hall of Fame Award, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is a nationally respected and recognized leader in the convention resort arena. Ideally located in the heart of Walt Disney World, the resort offers 2,265 guest rooms and over 329,000 square feet of meeting space. Features consist of 84 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 Disney Differences. Groups also enjoy sophisticated guest rooms featuring Westin Heavenly Beds, the luxurious Mandara Spa and 17 world-class restaurants and lounges.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (368)
Ratings and reviews for Walt Disney World Dolphin
- All travelers (368) 3.9 / 5
- Business (12) 3.9 / 5
- Couples (151) 4 / 5
- Families (177) 3.8 / 5
- Friends (14) 4.1 / 5
- Singles (13) 4.1 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.1
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.1
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 3.7
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Traveler Chick
Overnight Trip
Good location but not worth price for one night. Parking charge was $12 per night for self parking - but no spaces when we returned to hotel from Holloween event, tired & with a sleeping child. We had to drive to Swan hotel to park then hike back to the Dolphin hotel. The room seemed tired & not very clean. We selected this hotel over a chain hotel to be spared the lack of cleanliness & ended up dealing with it at high price. Lots of restaurants but no availability when checked in & all closed upon our return from park.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
There are several places to have breakfast at the nearby Disney Boardwalk resort - less expensive than the $20 breakfast buffet @ hotel.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
John Young Couple Stay
Good hotel but one of the oldest hotels
Hotel staff, service was great. Many restuarants, but nothing basic that calls your attention to eat. The hotel looks very old thus didnt make me feel excited and fun to be at... Thats the big negative of the hotel.. Doesnt bring your mood up especially when you paying top dollar to be at a high end hotel/resort.... Wouldnt stay here again.. I will go to another disney hotel next time, more modern....
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Walked to board walk which is right there and ate at the ESPN resturant.. It was an awesome sports bar and food was great! go there for lunch instead...
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Palmtree0725
Great value walking distance to Epcot
The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly. It is obvious the hotel is not the newest one in Orlando. However, Epcot and the Boardwalk are walking distance away which was very convenient.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Walk to Epcot from the hotel instead of taking the boat.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
daUKkat
Good location and pool
Hotel needs to be updated as rooms are showing signs of age. Lobby and amenities are nice but other Disney properties have more to offer. Location is perfect for visiting Epcot.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
Good hotel for when visiting Epcot or Disney Boardwalk.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
rickyg
hotel was great
nice hotel, friendly people, great place to stay, visited the various disney parks
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
R12345
Great Location
My wife and I stayed here for an extended weekend. The location is perfect for anyone spending time at Epcot Center or Disney Hollywood Studios. Both locations can be accessed either by a short walk, bus, or the water ferry which stops right in front of the hotel. The hotel itself had several pools, all of which were very nice. There were several restaurants, and one cafeteria that was open 24 hours / day. The restaturant food was very good, the lounges served good drinks. My only complaint would be the cost of eating there. The cafeteria was obscenely overpriced.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Try the coconut shrimp sushi roll at Kimono's in the Swan hotel. Be careful in the casual dining places, they are all very expensive, especially Pikabu's.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Local vacationer
Food & Wine Festival getaway
Stayed at the Dolphin for location, location, location. It's within walking distance of Boardwalk and Epcot or you can take the boat to both places or Hollywood studios. Did not care for the $12 charge for amenities we did not use. There's also a $11 charge for self park. Those 2 charges are added as you check in so has nothing to do with Orbitz. Our room overlooked the loading dock for the hotel so should have been a discount room rate for that. We were there for the Epcot Food & Wine Festival so were not at the hotel much.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
Enjoyed the Dueling Pianos at Jelly Rolls on the Boardwalk.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Robertqc
Good place top location
close to epcot ver y good for famille , fast staff price for food to expnsive, ver y clean location, pool good restaurants very good . I recommande this place to all budget. Also can get outside delivey services food.drink at bar are réal drink not haft onces. Fresh fruits and mixes.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Take bus to Disney Magic kingdom then train to polinesian resorts ..enjoy the pool and atmosphère. All for free
Reviewer score
Would recommend
lrbritt
Walt Disney World Dolphin
The overall experience was wonderful. The dining was a bit strange in that there does not seem to be a middle of the road restaurant where on can take a family comfortably in the evening.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
wolfiejlw
Charge for wine glass....
We went to the boardwalk country store for some wine. We requested a wine glass from room service which they kindly charged us $4 for. We were staying a few days and while even leaving a note not to take the glass room service took it anyway. We also felt that the in room breakfast menu was unclear when ordering for two people. Other than that the stay was delightful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Skip the boat ride to Epcot from the Swan or Dolphin. There are stops at the Beach club and the Boardwalk before you get to Epcot. The walk across the board walk will get you there in half the time. It's a straight shot back on the boats from Universal and Epcot which will save you time. To avoid a long wait for the buses to Magic Kingdom go to Epcot first and take the monarail. This of course needs a park hopper pass.
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