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*rate found for check-in Dec 17, check-out Dec 18
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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
In the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Dolphin is your gateway to Central Florida's greatest theme parks and attractions. Come and discover our magical surroundings and luxurious facilities.
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 three-acre 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.
Beginning in 2008, Dolphin guest rooms will be 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 Dolphin. Please contact the hotel for further information.
Please note that there is a mandatory USD 10.00 per day resort service package which includes up to 60 minutes free local telephone calls, toll free and credit card access calls, unlimited access to health club facilities, in-room high speed internet access, 2 bottles of water daily, and 20 minutes of domestic long distance daily.
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
*rate found for check-in Dec 17, check-out Dec 18
Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).
Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
4.2 out of 5
(95 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Hotel address: 1500 Epcot Resort Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Lake Buena Vista, Kissimmee, Orlando, St. Cloud, Winter Park, Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Sanford, Daytona Beach
Orlando International Airport - 20 Miles; Executive Airport - 25 Miles; Tampa International Airport - 60 Miles
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
This property has a smoke-free policy
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.
Experience the resurgence of handmade classic cocktails in our ultra lounge, along with the area’s finest champagnes, wines, and cordials. Open evenings.
Lunch, snacks and ice cream, just steps from the pool and white sand beach. Outdoor seating with table service. Open seasonally.
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.
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.
A curious gallery of evocative art and America’s favorite foods. Self-service dining and sundries, 24 hours a day.
Shula’s serves only the biggest and the best, including Certified Angus Beef®, the freshest seafood, and 3-5 lb. live Maine lobsters. Critic’s choice for Orlando’s Best High-End Steak House and seven-time recipient of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. Open for dinner.
Experience the art of sushi, karaoke, and an intimate atmosphere in our authentic Japanese sushi restaurant. Open for dinner.
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.
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.
Lunch, snacks, and ice cream just steps from the pool and white sand beach. Self-service restaurant with indoor seating. Open seasonally.
Savor fresh, made-to-order menu items from our Mediterranean-style market. Open for breakfast and lunch.
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.
Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1100
Local currency: USD
*rate found for check-in Dec 17, check-out Dec 18
Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).
Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
4.2 out of 5
(95 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
3 out of 5
Getaway in Dolphin, Disney
Nonna Nov 30, 2009
All over it was not bad. We enjoyed water taxi to the park: close and comfy. The Hotel: beautiful design. Terribly looong ... corridor. After all day in the park it is impossible walk that long way to the room with tired/sleepy child: we were staying at the end of this "magnificent mile" corridor. Out of 4 days in Orlando the last day was terrible: the dinner, ordered in the room, made me seek... Next morning we couldn't go anywhere... All day in bed and bathroom. My boy watched movies all day (unfortunately, no kids club in the hotel and I was traveling alone with a child). Access to internet was so poor, I couldn't get any time: but $10.00 per day was charged anyway (basically, for 2 bottles of water). Quick and friendly staff in valet parking. Comfortable location.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Overall Good Stay
Amy the Value shopper Nov 28, 2009
It was an overall good stay. The location to Disney was perfect. We were able to visit the park in the morning then rest in ... the afternoon and go back in the evening. This was great for my five year old daughter.
Traveler type: Family
The food at the resturants is pricy. I recommend for lunch getting some meat and bread at the General Store on Board Walk for sandwiches.
Score
3 out of 5
Walt Disney World Dolphin
Disney Fan Nov 23, 2009
I always feel as though you receive 2nd class service when booking a package deal... small, out of date rooms, etc and since ... it is prepaid, you have no leverage for negotiating a better room.
Traveler type: Couples
Lots of dining options on property, or within walking distance, and transportation is very easy
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
The food at the resturants is pricy. I recommend for lunch getting some meat and bread at the General Store on Board Walk for sandwiches.
--Amy the Value shopper, Austin Tx Nov 28, 2009
Lots of dining options on property, or within walking distance, and transportation is very easy
--Disney Fan, Boston, MA Nov 23, 2009
Short walk to Epcot and nice walking route to MGM Disney as well.
--Disney Fan, Baltimore Nov 10, 2009
Overall score
4.2 out of 5
(95 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
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Score
3 out of 5
Getaway in Dolphin, Disney
Nonna Nov 30, 2009
All over it was not bad. We enjoyed water taxi to the park: close and comfy. The Hotel: beautiful design. Terribly looong ... corridor. After all day in the park it is impossible walk that long way to the room with tired/sleepy child: we were staying at the end of this "magnificent mile" corridor. Out of 4 days in Orlando the last day was terrible: the dinner, ordered in the room, made me seek... Next morning we couldn't go anywhere... All day in bed and bathroom. My boy watched movies all day (unfortunately, no kids club in the hotel and I was traveling alone with a child). Access to internet was so poor, I couldn't get any time: but $10.00 per day was charged anyway (basically, for 2 bottles of water). Quick and friendly staff in valet parking. Comfortable location.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Overall Good Stay
Amy the Value shopper Nov 28, 2009
It was an overall good stay. The location to Disney was perfect. We were able to visit the park in the morning then rest in ... the afternoon and go back in the evening. This was great for my five year old daughter.
Traveler type: Family
The food at the resturants is pricy. I recommend for lunch getting some meat and bread at the General Store on Board Walk for sandwiches.
Score
3 out of 5
Walt Disney World Dolphin
Disney Fan Nov 23, 2009
I always feel as though you receive 2nd class service when booking a package deal... small, out of date rooms, etc and since ... it is prepaid, you have no leverage for negotiating a better room.
Traveler type: Couples
Lots of dining options on property, or within walking distance, and transportation is very easy
Score
4 out of 5
Great place for a Disney vacation!
Disney Fan Nov 10, 2009
We have stayed at the Boardwalk area before because it provides so many options for dining and entertainment, plus walking. ... This hotel best so far!
Traveler type: Couples
Short walk to Epcot and nice walking route to MGM Disney as well.
Score
4 out of 5
We had a great time
Mr. T Nov 3, 2009
The hotel location was very close to most of disney's theme parks and attractions. We spent our short vacation inside the ... disney resorts area, and visited disney downtown and 3 theme parks. Overall nothing was missing and it's on the top of my list comparing to previous trips.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Walt Disney world dolphin
The reverend Oct 31, 2009
The hotel was very nice and very clean The staff overall was superb. Food and service was very good. I had to walk a long ... way to get to my room because the hotel is extremely large and my bed wasn't that comfortable. Overall I would recommend the dolphin. It's a beautiful and beautifully run hotel
Traveler type: Single
Score
5 out of 5
It was a great vacation.
Patti Oct 11, 2009
The stay was very enjoyable. We visited the amusement parks which had very convinient transportation. ...
Traveler type: Family
stay at a disnry hotel when visiting walt disney world.
Score
5 out of 5
Disney's best option for couples
KidlessatDISNEY Oct 11, 2009
Wonderful! The best bargain that I have ever had staying on Disney Resort. ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Unbeatable location for price
Dopey Oct 10, 2009
Just Beautiful Fun and restful ...
Traveler type: Couples
Disney's Boardwalk shopping and eating
Score
4 out of 5
disney location
disney princess Oct 6, 2009
nice front desk staff, asked for quite end of the hall room and they gave me a perfect room so i could sleep well. ...
Traveler type: Couples
close to everything disney related
Score
4 out of 5
WDW Dolphin
MikeD Oct 5, 2009
The hotel is very nice and the location is great with the other Disney resorts and the Boardwalk all inter-connected. Our ... room was decent, though some exterior architecture obstructed the view of the lake and lawn. There is a $10 resort fee (not included in the price) and self parking is $9 as well. Still, it was a reasonable deal for this type of resort.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Great Fall Break
KY Fall Breakers Oct 5, 2009
The WDW Dolphin is a great location. I would suggest you ask for a room with a balcony in the WEST or CENTAL Wing. The ... restaurants and pool are more accessible from these 2 wings.
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Gorgeous Getaway
JustJoyGal Oct 5, 2009
My daughter and i wanted a last minute getaway together. We stayed at Dolphin and were amazed at how upscale and beautiful ... everything was. We particularly enjoyed walking around the campus to the Boardwalk and Yacht Club for breakfast.
Traveler type: Family
Epcot, shopping, fine and casual dining all accessible along with gorgeous views and great rooms.
Score
1 out of 5
Clip joint
4orcefield Oct 5, 2009
Automatic $10 charge for essentially two bottles of water. The work out room and a block of phone service you don't need ... because you can call anywhere in the US for free on your own phone doesn't add up. Then add $9 for parking. I have stayed at 10 different on site resort hotels and have never been charged for parking. Good luck finding the pool from the poor signage and the serpentine hall labyrinth you have to navigate. It's like the pool area was an afterthought. We gave directions to two different groups on the way back to the room. The place is a cold convention hall hotel. It was the only place available on short notice.
Traveler type: Couples
You have to make reservations months in advance for the most popular restaurants on the property.
Score
5 out of 5
Food and Wine Festival
Smokeyfan Oct 5, 2009
Very convenient to Epcot. You can walk or take the boat. Boardwalk has many great restaurants! Lots of places to run with ... a great view.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Location was great
Ted the Man Oct 5, 2009
We got a lot of use of the fitness center and the pools Had a very nice dinner in the hotel ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Fabulous resort, the service was stellar
Saab Snob Oct 4, 2009
The service was stellar, very helpful. Great location between Epcot & Disney Hollywood Studios. The beds were extremely ... comfortable.
Traveler type: Single
Score
4 out of 5
Luxury
Liz Oct 4, 2009
The access to the Disney transportation (bus and water taxi) made it convenient to Downtown Disney and Epcot. The room was ... very comfortable and nicely appointed. We have stayed at Disney resorts (Polynesian, Contemporary, Fort Wilderness, Caribbean Beach, Coronado, and the value hotels) in the past, but have never paid a parking fee.
Traveler type: Couples
We had breakfast in the Fresh Market. It was buffet style. Recommend arriving early before the crowds.
Score
4 out of 5
Delighted with Disney's Dolphin!
Beth Oct 4, 2009
We arrived in the evening and it was dark and pouring rain!! Thank God for the valet parking. We just pulled up to the door ... and stayed nice and dry. The staff at the Dolphin was very friendly. The check in process only took a few minutes. We found our room to be very comfortable. The heavenly beds were just that - heavenly. In fact, I woke up one morning and had dreamed I was home! We ate breakfast at the hotel which ran about $27 for two. We loved the breakfast sandwiches and fresh fruit at Picabu. The pool area looked very relaxing, although we never took advantage of it. There were cabanas to avoid the sun and lots of pool deck chairs to relax on. The hotel also had a nice beach with hammocks in the shade. The water taxi was so convenient. We used the water taxi to go to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. The bus took us to Downtown Disney, the Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. We never waited more than ten minutes and loved never having to worry about finding the parks! Also just adjacent to the hotel was the Boardwalk. There are a few bars (nothing we were thrilled with), a store that sold limited food items (like cereals, donuts, yogurt, frozen dinners, etc) and a restaurant or two. Overall, we were very happy with the Dolphin. We were not traveling with children and did not see many children at the hotel. It was a quiet haven in a great location.
Traveler type: Couples
If you're looking for souvenirs and would like to save some money, check out the stores just outside Disney. They offer tons of Disney items at a fraction of the price.
Score
3 out of 5
Good location, average room
Tanner Oct 4, 2009
Great hotel if you want to walk to nearby boardwalk activities and restaurants, plus easy access to Disney parks. Although ... the room was very clean and some parts seemed newly updated (flooring), others were old and just covered up with new paint. Odd room layout had very large and dimly lit entry with slate floor with no use for the space. Comfortable bed. Good price. If you are willing to give up some amenities for a good price, this is a good choice.
Traveler type: Business
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
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The food at the resturants is pricy. I recommend for lunch getting some meat and bread at the General Store on Board Walk for sandwiches.
--Amy the Value shopper, Austin Tx Nov 28, 2009
Lots of dining options on property, or within walking distance, and transportation is very easy
--Disney Fan, Boston, MA Nov 23, 2009
Short walk to Epcot and nice walking route to MGM Disney as well.
--Disney Fan, Baltimore Nov 10, 2009
stay at a disnry hotel when visiting walt disney world.
--Patti, Egg Harbor Township, NJ Oct 11, 2009
Disney's Boardwalk shopping and eating
--Dopey, St louis Mo Oct 10, 2009
close to everything disney related
--disney princess, naples, florida Oct 6, 2009
Epcot, shopping, fine and casual dining all accessible along with gorgeous views and great rooms.
--JustJoyGal, Tampa, FL Oct 5, 2009
You have to make reservations months in advance for the most popular restaurants on the property.
--4orcefield, Jacksonville, Fl. Oct 5, 2009
We had breakfast in the Fresh Market. It was buffet style. Recommend arriving early before the crowds.
--Liz, Vero Beach, FL Oct 4, 2009
If you're looking for souvenirs and would like to save some money, check out the stores just outside Disney. They offer tons of Disney items at a fraction of the price.
--Beth, Buffalo, NY Oct 4, 2009
Being on the Boardwalk, everything is right there, at your fingertips. You can walk to Epcot, to Hollywood Studios and use Disney's transportation for all other parks and attractions. The Boardwalk itself offers good entertainment, good dining and a great relaxing atmosphere.
--Plajmb, Wellington, Fl. Sep 28, 2009
if the water taxi is full or if it's a nice day. it;s a short walk over to epcot.
--coocoocachoo, philadelphia,pa Sep 12, 2009
Specific to a trip to DisneyWorld, I would recommend that they double check information given them by Dolphin Staff. But firstly, I would recommend they stay somewhere that is a true "on property" Disney hotel.
--Mom, Columbus, Ohip Sep 10, 2009
down town disney if like cuban food go to bongos cafe on saturday night,my hint there is that you get there about 8:30pm. and at 9:00pm the band starts to play and your eating and people are dancing is good times.
--mary la abuela, miami,fl. Sep 9, 2009
In the hotel there is a restaurant by Chef English, the food was fenomenal.
--A couple from Chicago, Chicago. IL Sep 8, 2009
Download the Orlando Magicard and save 20% at the Garden Grove Cafe in the Swan Hotel (Next to the Dolphin). [...]
--Travels Often, Cape Cod, MA Sep 7, 2009
Fountains, in the hotel is great for ice cream, or lunch.
--KathyK, Highland, NY Sep 4, 2009
Go to The Fountain for lunch/dinner or ice cream! It's the best! Portions are good and food is great!
--Picky Preacher, Near Philadelphia, PA Aug 25, 2009
I would recommend walking to the Boardwalk boat launch to the theme parks especially in the morning as the launch at the hotel is the last stop before the parks and the boat is often full by the time it gets there.
--TAG, Tampa, FL Aug 24, 2009
Great entertainment at the pool bar on Saturday nights
--hockey mom, michigan Aug 24, 2009
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