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Walt Disney World Dolphin

4.0 star property
Hotel with private beach, full-service spa

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3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Lobby

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking availableParking available
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Spa
    SpaSpa

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830
  • Popular LocationDisney's Hollywood Studios®8 min drive
  • Popular LocationEpcot®14 min drive
  • Popular LocationDisney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park15 min drive
  • AirportOrlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)27 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Lake Buena Vista

Located in Bay Lake, Walt Disney World Dolphin is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as Disney Springs™ and Disney's Hollywood Studios®. This 1509-room hotel has 3 outdoor pools along with a private beach and a full-service spa. It's connected to the convention center in central Lake Buena Vista and also close to Epcot® and Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park.

What's nearby

  • Walt Disney World® Resort - 10 min walk
  • Disney Springs™ - 6 min drive
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios® - 8 min drive
  • Epcot® - 14 min drive
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 25 min drive
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway): 24-min drive, 14.6 mi/23.5 km<br /> Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO): 28-min drive, 22.6 mi/36.4 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO). </p>

Restaurants

  • ‪Morocco Pavilion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape May Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Walt Disney World Dolphin

Hotel with private beach, full-service spa
Walt Disney World Dolphin features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 3 outdoor pools. Parking is available for USD 36 per night (USD 44 per night for valet parking), and there's also limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include karaoke, a children's pool, and a 24-hour gym.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free local calls, and laptop-compatible safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
A private beach and a 24-hour health club are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a steam room, and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (USD 36 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 44 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bluezoo
  • Fountain
  • Fuel
  • Phins
  • Shula's Steakhouse

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • 24-hour health club
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Karaoke
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free crib
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 306,979 square feet of conference space
  • 61 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (80 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 27 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.00 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 45.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 36 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 44 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to made in advance for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dolphin Hotel
Dolphin Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World Dolphin
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort
Dolphin Resort
Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort Lake Buena Vista
Walt Disney World Dolphin Lake Buena Vista
Walt Disney World Dolphin Bue
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
Walt Disney World Dolphin Lake Buena Vista
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel Lake Buena Vista

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Walt Disney World Dolphin provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walt Disney World Dolphin on Aug 6, 2024 start from $152.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Walt Disney World Dolphin?

This hotel is situated in Bay Lake within a short 10-minute walk of Walt Disney World® Resort and also 8 minutes on foot from Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course. You'll also find Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and Disney Springs™ within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 44 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages, reflexology, and hydrotherapy.

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have a casino on the premises?

No, Walt Disney World Dolphin doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 3 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Walt Disney World Dolphin?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a private beach, 3 outdoor pools, and a poolside bar.

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Fuel.

Will Walt Disney World Dolphin allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Walt Disney World Dolphin though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Walt Disney World Dolphin?

The closest major airport to Walt Disney World Dolphin is Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway), which is 14.6 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), which is located 22.6 mi away (28-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Yes, some guestrooms at Walt Disney World Dolphin offer a balcony and may feature resort views.

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Walt Disney World Dolphin.

Walt Disney World Dolphin Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2071 out of 3556 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 683 out of 3556 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 397 out of 3556 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 225 out of 3556 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 180 out of 3556 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

opal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The proximity to EPCOT and Hollywood studios is amazing! For the price, this is hands down the best resort to stay at. Also the coffee in the lobby was sooooooo good.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small queen size bebs tgat barely fit two adults. Very small bathrooms. Very loud all the time. Taxed common areas. Staff didn’t care. Good location. Would not stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dwane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Dolphin. We will absolutely be back. A couple of things I wish I realized - parking was $36/night. Our beds were only fulls. There is no door on the bathroom vanity if you’re trying to get ready while others in your party are sleeping. Those were my only downfalls and things I wish I realized. It wouldn’t change my review - it was still great, but thought I would point out to help others!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Neal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tv channels dont work except cnbc. Let’s face it, you’re next to epcot
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Grand Prairie

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Room overlooked garbage area. Dumpsters and used cooking oil containers. Disgusting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Epcot. Great pool & cute beach. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Johnny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and clean. Plenty of dining options without having to leave the resort. Only negative thing was too many hidden fees
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gizela

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dolphin is awesome. The facilities and the staff are just amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the parks. Easy to get back & forth
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
An Amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really great to be so close to Epcot and we really enjoyed all the restaurant options available within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

carmen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time my credit card was over charged. Self parked not valeted.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for Disney resort
My family liked the resort facilities and the fact that this was a actual DIsney resort with the benefits of staying at such a site. We felt a good value for what we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was wonderful, beds and pillows were heavenly, and I love the location. There was definitely a lack of planning and communication between the hotel and guests as far as a severe lack of parking. We drove off property for dinner and when we returned the parking lot was blocked off. I was told no more parking, I needed to drive over to the Swan hotel, park there and take an 8-10 minute walk back to our resort. They were not opening the second, near empty guest lot at the Dolphin for hotel guests who are required to pay to park overnight. I was told it was because they needed the other lot to begin tent construction for an event. Not sure why they couldn’t have put day guests in that lot since they would have been gone by night time, thus leaving parking spaces for hotel overnight guests in the other lot. After talking with the concierge desk and being told I was about the 5th person to bring the same concern to them, they credited the parking fee back to my folio. They did the right thing in the end but it was still a huge inconvenience and there was very poor planning and a huge lack of communication with guests. Had I known about the parking issue I would have given them more of my money and eaten dinner at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything except waiting for someone to leave so I could park.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Mariana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel is obviously safe. The resort feed and parking fee are out of this world. Expensive! Their customer service leaves a lot to be desired… very slow on requests and they did not disclose everything. Quite disappointed!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024