Save

Walt Disney World Dolphin

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

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Walt Disney World Dolphin

3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Exterior
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Lobby
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
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

Room options

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View

9/10 Wonderful
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

8.7/10 Excellent
  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.7/10 Excellent
  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, No View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

8.3/10 Very Good
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Balcony)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View (Balcony)

8.3/10 Very Good
  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View (Balcony)

7.8/10 Good
  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View (Hearing Accessible)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Similar properties

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

  • Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith - 18 min walk
  • Morocco Pavilion - 5 min drive
  • The Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room - 5 min drive
  • Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina - 5 min drive
  • Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie - 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 concierge services, luggage storage, and access to locker space. 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. Change of towels 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

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 35.0 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 35.0 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 May 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walt Disney World Dolphin on Jun 7, 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 there parking available 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 hot stone massages, Thai massages, body wraps, 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at 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, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies 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. 2072 out of 3597 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 706 out of 3597 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 403 out of 3597 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 236 out of 3597 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 180 out of 3597 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

Daniel Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 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

Brent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Location location location is the key benefit for the swan and dolphin. This is my family’s fourth stay here and likely our last. Rooms are overall clean and extremely comfy beds. Pretty property and smells lovely throughout. Walking distance to Epcot, Hollywood Studios and the Disney Boardwalk. Very good dining options and we ate at Todd English Blue Zoo which was great. The problems with this resort lie with the customer experience, which is lacking, especially versus our prior stays. Front desk staff were inflexible when my child fell very ill on the first night of trip. We booked a refundable room. We were fine paying night one but wanted to check out early and move to somewhere with a suite to keep our six year old comfortable and no one was willing to help or discuss. Orbitz was great trying to help but Dolphin would not. Housekeeping was mediocre at best, often not cleaning the room until after 4pm when we were trying to get ready for dinner and then would have to come back later in evening after we left. Pool drink service was horrible. 60-80 minute wait for two cocktails was the norm even though they promote using the App to order mobile. For a luxury resort you’d expect them to be staffed to handle spring break crowds. From a value perspective there are not much better for this location, but know you will be giving up a ton of customer service to do so.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

BAYARMUNKH

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Morgan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelly

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The water fountains were beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armand

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean quiet and entertaining
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023