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Walt Disney World Dolphin

Property class: 4
4-star beachfront hotel near Disney's Hollywood Studios®, connected to the convention center

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Exterior
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
View from room
Lobby
Private beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830
  • Place, Walt Disney World® Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Disney's Hollywood Studios®
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Epcot®
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(488 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(171 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Park View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(132 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Park View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lake Buena Vista

Beachside getaway.Your stay at this Bay Lake hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Disney's Hollywood Studios® and Epcot®. Disney Springs™ and Magic Kingdom® Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Walt Disney World® Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios® - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Epcot® - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Norway Pavilion - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 25 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape May Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tangierine Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Yorkshire County Fish Shop - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Walt Disney World Dolphin

4-star beachfront hotel near Disney's Hollywood Studios®, connected to the convention center
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. At Walt Disney World Dolphin you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a 24-hour health club, and a steam room. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Lake Buena Vista hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1509 guestrooms or units
  • 27 levels
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 306979 sq ft of conference space
  • 28519 sq m of conference space
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Walt Disney World Dolphin offers 1509 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Mandara 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 hot tub, and a steam room.

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

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Walt Disney World Swan
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  • Pool
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4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 2,089 reviews
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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 42.60 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 64.97 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
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 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

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)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

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

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 39.38 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 56.25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 42.60 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 64.97 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 39.38 per night

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Walt Disney World Dolphin to the airport?

Walt Disney World Dolphin is 14.6 mi (32-min drive) away from the Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walt Disney World Dolphin on May 6, 2026 start from $238, including 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.

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Walt Disney World Dolphin.

How close is Walt Disney World Dolphin to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Walt Disney World Dolphin, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 42.60 per night, and valet parking for USD 64.97 per night.

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have a pool?

Walt Disney World Dolphin features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have a restaurant?

Walt Disney World Dolphin is home to Fuel, which features light fare and brunch.

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Mandara Spa, where you can enjoy body scrubs, body wraps, and sports massages.

How close is Walt Disney World Dolphin to downtown Lake Buena Vista?

Walt Disney World Dolphin is 2.3 mi away from Lake Buena Vista.

Walt Disney World Dolphin Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2877 out of 4177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 632 out of 4177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 344 out of 4177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 178 out of 4177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 146 out of 4177 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Keith

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking lot at the Dolphin was being used for some kind of construction project. This forced us to park at the Swan (we had to check with the front desk to see what we should do) and walk to the Dolphin. Ordinarily this would not be a huge but when we are being charged $40 per night to park onsite I would like the process to be hassle free. It was not.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

2/10 Terrible

MARJORIE, Mesa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has terrible customer service. Made us valet park at another resort as there was no valet or self parking spots left when we arrived at 1 am. Made us walk in the dark with our luggage for a half mile to check in. Did not offer any service recovery at all and had to walk in the dark at 6 am when leaving to get the car. Staff are under trained and apparently not empowered to provide service recovery for mishaps like that. Unbelievably disappointing for a supposed Disney property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jason

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adelaide

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Myriam Afnan

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Alison

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Walt Disney World Dolphin for a birthday getaway with my mom and daughter, and it was a wonderful experience. One of the biggest highlights was the location. Being so close to Epcot and Hollywood Studios made everything incredibly convenient. We took the Friendship Boats to Hollywood Studios. It was relaxing, easy, and felt like part of the Disney experience. The hotel itself is beautiful and well maintained. The lobby is impressive, and we really enjoyed spending time at the lobby bar. We also ordered room service, which was fast, convenient, and great after long park days. The amenities were another big plus. On Saturday night, we went to the pool and hot tub, which was the perfect way to unwind. Everything was clean, spacious, and well organized. It never felt overcrowded, and the atmosphere was very relaxing. The staff throughout the property were friendly, professional, and genuinely helpful. From check-in to housekeeping to dining, everyone made us feel welcome and taken care of. Overall, this was a fantastic stay. The Dolphin is a great choice for families who want easy access to the parks without sacrificing comfort and quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Carole A

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The Dolphin used to be a favorite of ours, but this time we were less pleased with our stay. The room had a musty smell and a telephone that didn't work. We couldn't contact the front desk or any of the other hotel services with the phone in the room. That would present a scary situation in the event of an emergency! Additionally, we were unable to access the WiFi (supposedly free) and had to call tech support for help. Fourteen hours later we finally had access. The resort and parking fees are exorbitant, especially considering the difficulty in accessing phone and WiFi . We think that both Marriot and Disney can do much better!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Diego at check in is the bomb!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible, the hotel is beautiful and my daughter and her friend had a wonderful birthday visit to Disney
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Purchased 3 rooms. In addition to the cost here, they charged an additional $860 on site for various additional fees / benefits stuff. Still trying to find out what for exactly as I wasnt informed of this prior. Views from the balconies was amazing. In house restaurants, food, and drink were amazing. Other than 1 of the rooms smelling like someone smoked in it and the crazy extra charges, I would give it 5 stars. But sketchy charges that arent discussed does not justify a sound hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, New Ipswich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, typical sized room. Full beds instead of queens. My only complaint is that the covers were slippery and kept falling off the bed all night. Swan paddle boat ride was
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Alina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a very bad experience with the lock on the door which did not allow us access without a security guard. The staff kept giving us more keys but none worked. They should have been more attentive to resolve the problem the first day, but it lasted throughout the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andres

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had booked a traditional room with a king bed and a sofa bed overlooking the resort. Upon our arrival, we were informed that the room was unavailable, and we were assigned a room with two full beds. My husband and I had to sleep in separate beds. We were advised that room assignments were not guaranteed. I believe this was not an appropriate response.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful public areas. Lovely room. Clean. Well appointed. Great dining choices. Great pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

DiAsia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff with excellent customer service, as well as clean rooms and well-kept property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. Amenities were great! So convenient to parks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026