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Walt Disney World Swan

4 stars
1200 Epcot Resort Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
183 reviews
The Swan

Very nice but somewhat overpriced. The rooms are clean nice but not anything out of the ordinary.... See full review

  • rndiva
  • Apr 29, 2013
Great Vacation

Great Place - centrally located - reasonably priced See full review

  • George Arthur
  • Mar 27, 2013
In the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Swan is your gateway to Central Florida's greatest theme parks and attractions. Come and discover our magical surroundings, luxurious facilities and our all-new Westin Heavenly Beds!

We are an Epcot Resort, offering onsite accommodations, superior service, and many special Walt Disney World Resort benefits such as complimentary transportation to all Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Attractions, Disney character dining opportunities, Disney ticket desks, priority seating at select Walt Disney World restaurants, early entry to a select Walt Disney World Theme Park on select days*, and advance tee times on five nearby championship Walt Disney World golf courses.

We also feature 17 onsite restaurants and lounges, with menus featuring everything from coastal cuisine, to Italian, steak, seafood, sushi, 24-hour room service, and more. Other amenities consist of four lighted tennis courts, supervised children's programs, five pools, including a grotto pool and white sand beach, jogging trails, health clubs, saunas, massage therapy, beauty salon, and the nearby Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf courses.

At the end of the day, our newly redesigned guest rooms offer the perfect retreat. The centerpiece of these new rooms is the Westin Heavenly Bed, featuring a pillow-top mattress, a white goose-down comforter, 250 thread-count sheets, and five overstuffed pillows. You don't just sleep in it... you lose yourself in it!

Swan guest rooms have recently been enhanced with new new earth tones and warm hues, including custom draperies and upgraded technology.

Special Conditions:
Per Disney policy, pets are not allowed at the Walt Disney World Swan. Please contact the hotel for further information.

The Walt Disney World Swan is 100% non-smoking. Please contact the resort for further information.

*Your stay at the Walt Disney World Swan includes access to the Extra Magic Hours. Each day one of the four Disney Theme Parks opens an hour early or stays open up to an extra two hours after regular closing for you to enjoy select attractions. (Valid Theme Park ticket and Disney Resort ID required for each adult).

Please note that there is a mandatory USD 17.00 per day resort service package which includes: Unlimited domestic long distance per day, Unlimited access to the resort's health club facilities, In room high-speed Internet access, 2 bottles of water daily.

The parking options include: Self Parking ($15.00 per day) or Valet Parking ($20.00 per day)

Walt Disney World Swan Rooms

Standard Guest Room
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 Swan have been redesigned with a fresh, contemporary look that reflects a luxurious sophistication designed by world-renowned architect, Michael Graves. The centerpiece of these new rooms is the Heavenly Bed - featuring a pillow-top mattress, a white goose-down comforter, and five overstuffed pillows. You don't just sleep in it, you lose yourself in it. Guest room features include: King or queen/queen-bedded rooms, high-speed Internet access (charges apply), refreshment center, in-room safe, 27" color/cable TV with remote control, full bath (additional private vanity in some rooms), two dual-line telephones with voice mail messaging and data port, individual climate control, hair dryers , make-up mirror, iron/ironing board and complimentary daily newspaper.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
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Pool
Health club
Spa services
Dining
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

28.3643 -81.5597
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's English 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. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by CheapTickets

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Guest Reviews (183)

Ratings and reviews for Walt Disney World Swan

Overall score

4 / 5
183 out of 183
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.2
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.6
Value:
3.7

81% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Lowell
Jul 1, 2008

very clean with great pools

Disney's Swan had very clean rooms, with a great cleaning staff. We liked the separte vanity area and flat screen TV in the room. Since they are back to back with the Disney's Dolphin hotel they should have food court with a variety of food selection.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

The board walk was a short distance away and a very good bakery.

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
atlanta
May 28, 2008

Location, Location, Location...

At first I was scared to stay here since it wasn't a true Disney hotel/ This means no automatic shuttle between the airport. Beyond that extra expense, the hotel was wonderful. The Disney park shuttles and the extended stay make this a wonderful choice. The restaurants in both this hotel and sister hotel the Dolphine were amazing...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: In Hotel

Schula's Steaks and the Sushi were amazing...

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Brooklyn
Sep 27, 2008

Luxurious accomadations at the Swan

This hotel just blew me away. Upon entering the magnificent building, you enter a beautiful lobby. The check-in staff is very courteous & helpful. The room itself is very comfortable, with a king-sized bed (this was an option for us at check -in, which I thought was a nice perk). The duvet/comforter could've been a little softer, but that was only complaint on the room. When it came time for new towels or toiletries, the maid staff was VERY attentive and friendly. The one restaurant my girlfriend and I did eat at while there was the restaurant in the morning. They served an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet that was AMAZING. All the food was delicious and really helped get our day started right. I'm still dreaming about those breakfast quesadillas! A sight to behold were the outdoor swimming pools, three in total, in addition to the rock grotto with waterfall/slide and three jacuzzis. Unfortunately, we could not try out the miniture golf course across the street, which looked fun. Finally, the best thing I can say about the Swan was it's locale. I felt like we were in the middle of everything. We were in walking a 5 minute distance from the Disney Boardwalk, maybe a 15 minute walk to Epcot and/or Disney MGM studios. And if you don't want to walk, you have the luxury of taking the water taxi, which stops by on a fairly regular basis. Bottom line: the next trip I take to Orland and Disney World, I will definitely return to the Swan. It was one of the most memorable vacations of my life.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

The Boardwalk has an incredible amount of Disney merchandise to see, along with great pizza at Spoodles.

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
South Windsor
Sep 14, 2008

Fun Weekend

Went for a quick getaway and had everything one wanted within a short walk or by the Disney transportation system. Room was clean seperate sink in vanity area and in bathroom.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

Boardwalk is a short walk away, you can walk to EPCOT and Disney Hollywood in about 15 minutes both great scenic walks

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Sun Prairie
Dec 30, 2008

Amazing, simply amazing

My wife and I have stayed at Disneyworld before, and the Swan is right up there with the other deluxe resorts on property. We were there for her birthday and they made her feel special, just like any other Disney hotel. The location is awesome, just a simple boat ride to Hollywood Studios or Epcot, and there is so much to do on the boardwalk, just a 5 minute walk away. You can not get the dining plan at the Swan or Dolphin, but honestly, it's not necessary. I hope you enjoy staying here as much as we did!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The boardwalk is just a short walk away, with plenty of restaurants (slice of pizza, hot dogs, sandwhiches all the way up to fancy) and there's lots of activity too.

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
Steph the fabulous trip planner
Boca Raton, FL
Jun 23, 2009

Simply Amazing

Our family went to Walt Disney World to celebrate my sister's birthday. When choosing the hotel to stay at we automatically tried for every Disney Resort, but most we already booked, or was way too expensive. Then we came saw the Dolphin and Swan hotel. The price at the Swan hotel was very reasonable and the location was amazing. The hotel itself was spotless and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The room itself was perfect for a family of 4. There were 2 queen size "heavenly" beds, starbucks coffee and plenty of space in the room. A must stay if you are in the Orlando area. Highly recommended!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

The hotel has a water taxi that takes you directly to Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Also, Downtown Disney is a short 3-5 minute drive away.

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
EN
Boston, MA
Jul 16, 2009

Great hotel

Great hotel .. We wish we stayed there longer in order to make use of all the available amineties at the hotel .. Great pools and a very nice place to relax .. The only bad thing was that the elevators smelled bad!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Make sure you have enough time to enjoy all the hotel amenities, in addition to all the parks that Disney has

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
Retired Marines
Arlington, Texas
Aug 29, 2009

No Grandkids

We saw all the sights. We missed our grandkids but after the 2nd day we realized we were able to see more of the adult stuff without the grandchildren. We got tired but we did not have to go back to our room just to enjoy the rest of the day. We saw things at our pace. The only thing I did not like is taking the boat ride to Epcot and Disney Hollywood. After our trip to Epcot we decided to drive to Disney Hollywood. Too many stops on the boat ride.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Eat at Foulton's in Downtown Disney. Pricey but excellent food and great service.

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Pleasanton, CA
Sep 8, 2009

Most excellent family resort vacation

Enjoyed a return trip to the Swan, excellent location to walk over to Epcot or take the boat, no hassles driving, riding bus. Also close to Boardwalk and the new Cat Cora restaurant- great food and service. Friendly staff, prompt room service, great views of the fireworks from the window. Would definitely recommend and will be returning once again. Good play area on grounds for little ones, fun activities for the kids as well.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Cat Cora's new restaurant- very good.

Review of Walt Disney World Swan

Reviewer score

5
Dr. Hollywood
Apex, NC
Dec 31, 2009

Perfect spot

When the dates we wanted were not available at our first choice we booked at the Swan based on previous reviews and were not at all disappointed. The location was great. We prefer to walk so getting to EPCOT, Hollywood studios and the Boardwalk was a breeze. The boat shuttle from the hotel was just as accommodating. Downtown Disney was a short and easy drive down Buena Vista. We had a king room and it was very quiet and comfortable, when we were there... We ate dinner only once at the hotel (Il Mulino) and it was excellent. No complaints what so ever and would certainly recommend the Swan.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Walking access to the Disney Parks we enjoy most was a great option. Transportation to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom readily available right in front of the hotel. Limo or cabs always an option.

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