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Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort Orlando, FL

1500 Epcot Resort Blvd • Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
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Nestled in the heart of Walt Disney World® Resort, Walt Disney World Dolphin is a whimsical hotel escape boasting luxurious accommodations, diverse dining options, and exclusive park benefits. Enjoy five sparkling pools, including a grotto pool, waterfall, and a white sand beach area, an on-site steakhouse, a Balinese-style spa, and much more.

up to 4 people

Good To Know

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18.
  • Enjoy transportation throughout Walt Disney World® Resort.
  • Extra Magic Hours at Walt Disney World® Resort theme parks included.
  • Luxurious rooms with mini-fridge, WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies.
  • Features a 3-acre grotto pool, 2 lap pools, a spring pool, a relaxation pool, 4 whirlpools and a kiddie pool.
  • Ride in Disney style with Minnie Van service connected by Lyft within Walt Disney World Resort. Fees apply.
  • Available at the hotel is a supervised Children's Activity Center for ages 4 - 12.
  • A nightly resort fee of USD 45 + tax is due upon check-in.
  • Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park - 2.0 miles
  • SeaWorld Orlando - 9.7 miles
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Property Amenities

  • Boat Rental
  • Fitness Facilities
  • Game Room
  • Gift Shop
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
  • Restaurant on Property
  • Health Spa/Massage
  • Wedding Services
  • Security Guard
  • Babysitting/Childcare
  • Valet Parking
  • Concierge Services
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Dry Cleaning/Laundry Services
  • Waterslide
  • Beach/pool towels
  • Beach/pool umbrellas
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Elevator
  • Hot Tub
  • Internet Access in Public Areas (free)
  • Porter/Bellman
  • ATM/Banking
  • Poolside Bar
  • Smoke-free Property
  • Shuttle Services - Limited (free)
  • Business Center
  • Children's Program
  • Express Checkout
  • Guest Laundry
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Room Service
  • Breakfast (surcharge)
  • Coffee Shop or Café
  • Complimentary Newspapers
  • Private Beach
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Description

Check-In: 4:00pm Check-Out: 11:00am
Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort is located on the beach in Lake Buena Vista, close to Disney's Boardwalk and Disney's Hollywood Studios, and walking distance of Epcot. Other points of interest near this spa resort include Disney's Animal Kingdom® and Disney Springs® area.

Dining options at Walt Disney World Dolphin include numerous restaurants and lounges, a coffee shop/café, and a poolside bar and grill. Room service is available 24 hours a day.

Recreational amenities include a children's pool, a health club, a spa tub, and a steam room. The property's full-service health spa has body treatments, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and beauty services. This property has a business center and offers small meeting rooms, limo/town car service, and audiovisual equipment.

This Lake Buena Vista property has event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit space. The property has a theme park shuttle, which is complimentary. Business services and wedding services are available. Guest parking is available for a surcharge. Additional property amenities include a concierge desk, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff. This is a smoke-free property.

Exclusive Disney Resort guest benefits include:
- Guests of Disney Resort hotels can get a 30-minute jump on their Disney day with early theme park entry—available at all 4 Walt Disney World theme parks.
- Complimentary Transportation: Disney Resort guests have free access to complimentary transportation throughout Walt Disney World Resort—including transportation to and from Disney Theme Parks and Disney Water Parks. Travel by bus, water taxi, ferry, or monorail!
- Simplify your Stay: When staying at a Disney Resort, you can use your Resort ID to charge your purchases to your room. You may also choose to have your purchases shipped to your resort.

The guestrooms at Walt Disney World Dolphin feature laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds come with pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, makeup/shaving mirrors, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In addition to desks and complimentary newspapers, guestrooms offer multi-line phones with voice mail, as well as free local calls (restrictions may apply). Rooms also include blackout drapes/curtains and electronic check-out. Guests may request a turndown service, hypo-allergenic bedding, and wake-up calls. Housekeeping is available daily.

Minimum age to check-in: The reservation holder must be at least 18 years of age and must present a matching, valid photo ID and credit card.

Parking: On-site self-parking at 36 USD daily, and valet parking at 44 USD daily.

Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed at this property. ADA-defined service animals are accepted.

Resort Fee: The daily USD 45 plus tax resort service package fee includes daily benefits for two guests.
-In-room wireless internet. (Value $14.99)
-Loyalty Program guests receive enhanced speed in-room wireless internet and daily access to the Balinese Relaxation Areas at Mandara Spa. (Value $20)
-Daily Swan Paddleboat rentals. (Value $25)
-Daily certified instructor led fitness classes. (Value $25)
-Nightly movies and S’mores on the beach. (Value $20)
-$30 off Spa Services of $230 or more during each night of your visit. Excludes Hair & Nail services.
* with each eligible stay.

Other Charges: The hotel charges an additional $35 per night / per person plus taxes for the third, fourth and fifth adult at the Walt Disney World Dolphin.

* All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice, and applicable taxes.
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AUSinMEX
Torreon, Northern Mexico
"Great Place to Stay when going to DisneyLand"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed November 26, 2024 NEW
Stayed here to take the kids to Disney Land. The hotel lobby and convenience store downstairs were great. The rooms were clean, and it was great to be able to watch the fireworks from our room. It was very easy to get to all the resorts from the hotel. We spent a bit, but the kids had an awesome time. Staff were freindly and willing to help out when needed.
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ryansN5066EL
"Fun easy"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed November 26, 2024 NEW
Nice towel mickey on the beds. Room was updated seemed like it was empty a while. Good bars, expensive, close to Epcot boardwalk, Hollywood studios. It’s the cheapest house on a very nice block. It’s not as easy to get to magic kingdom and animal kingdom.
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KG0308
"Disappointing Management"
TripAdvisor user rating 1.0 out of 5
Reviewed November 26, 2024 NEW
While the location is very convenient, I would not stay here again. The room itself was just okay and the property itself is generally fine. However, the reason for my review is the terrible staff and management. First, I could not a hold of anyone actually on site to help me with my booking, which was necessary for booking the room type I wanted. I spent over 1.5 hours just to book my stay. Following that, we had issues with our check in. The stated check in time on the email I received was 4pm. Our room was not ready at 4:30pm, so I went to the front desk to check as we wanted to freshen up before dinner. The front desk manager, who was extremely rude, explained that they permit late check out until 4pm (for a fee), so that there was no guarantee as to when my room would be ready for check in, and in fact it could be several hours after the 4pm time indicated on my confirmation email due to the fact that they sell the 4pm late check out. When I asked whether I would be permitted a later check out due to the later check in, I was told no. The front desk senior manager, although very nice, was also not much help. Finally, we had an issue with the billing and could not get someone on the phone to resolve the issue. As of writing this review, it is still not resolved, days later. Overall, a very disappointing stay for a Marriott property and we will not be back.
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G2111ZYnickl
"Not so magical"
TripAdvisor user rating 2.0 out of 5
Reviewed November 21, 2024 NEW
I’d like to preface my review as someone who’s been visiting the Walt Disney Resort for many decades, am a Vacation Club member and Annual Passholder who visits biannually. The hotel itself is beautiful, is clean and conveniently located within walking or boating distance to Epcot and Hollywood studios. The hotel has many food options, recreation and shopping onsite. The reason for my low score at this property is a reflection of the staff, in particular the night hotel manager and daytime staff at the front desk and customer service. The room itself had a resort view big windows with a couch desk the normal things you would find in a deluxe hotel. Comfortable bed, and linens and plenty of pillow. However - bathroom, and vanity area are a joke. You have to physically climb over the toilet to get to the shower, the toilet and the door would make anyone claustrophobic. The vanity is tiny, and there’s no door, so getting ready you’re on full display for anyone in the room. The desk staff is not kind, at least who I encountered. The bell staff were fantastic. I have a son who is autistic and needed accommodation and experiences difficulty with elevators. Despite multiple attempts to address this issue—through phone calls, visits to the desk, and conversations with staff—I was assured it would be resolved. Mind you the same requests have been given at other Disney property hotels, numerous times with no issue. Unfortunately, the manager on the night shift responded dismissively, suggesting I “use an escalator.” I was left to wonder if it’s truly reasonable to expect me to hold my almost 50lb son while managing his stroller, which also functions as a wheelchair for his safety, on an escalator with a medical bag. This suggestion shows a lack of understanding and empathy, and I was deeply disturbed by the treatment we received. Even the bellman, who witnessed the situation, expressed sympathy, as it was clear how poorly we had been treated. My son cried and was frightened each time we used the elevator to visit his special place, Disney World. The location of our room on the 9th floor, felt as if it was deliberately placed far from the elevator, adding to our difficulty. I can’t help but wonder if this situation arose because we didn’t fit the traditional mold of a business traveler or family. I am truly hurt by how we were treated. I would not visit this hotel again or recomend it to anyone who needs an accommodation. Furthermore, if you have mobility issues Medical/ Handicap parking is very far from the lobby.
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TBDWorldTraveler
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
"Same Tired Dolphin"
TripAdvisor user rating 2.0 out of 5
Reviewed November 16, 2024 NEW
Convenient hotel for Epcot … and don’t they know it. Overpriced for aging rooms. Have stayed here many times and they never fix the basic problems like lack of noise insulation around the doors. It’s good to walk to Disney, but you are a cog in the Marriott money machine and they do not care about quality or experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Walt Disney World Dolphin

Is Walt Disney World Dolphin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. ADA-defined service animals are accepted.

What time is check in and check out?

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

Can I reserve a smoking room?

No. Walt Disney World Dolphin is 100% smoke-free.

Does the resort have WiFi?

Yes, WiFi access is included in the resort fee.

Does the resort serve a complimentary breakfast?

No, however, guests may purchase breakfast from the restaurant onsite.

Does the resort have a restaurant?

Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin features 11 restaurants and lounges, including Celebrity Chef Todd English’s Bluezoo and the legendary Don Shula’s Steak House.

Does the resort have a pool?

Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin offers 4 sparkling pools, including a grotto pool, waterfall, white sand beach area and private pool cabanas.

Is parking available at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin offers on-site self-parking at 36 USD daily, and valet parking at 44 USD daily. Fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice, and applicable taxes.

Does the resort offer a shuttle service?

Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin offers free transportation throughout Walt Disney World® Resort. Disney Watercraft Transportation is also available from the hotel to Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Is there a resort fee?

Yes. The daily USD 45 plus tax resort service package fee includes daily benefits for two guests. Fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice, and applicable taxes. -In-room wireless internet. (Value $14.99) -Loyalty Program guests receive enhanced speed in-room wireless internet and daily access to the Balinese Relaxation Areas at Mandara Spa. (Value $20) -Daily Swan Paddleboat rentals. (Value $25) -Daily certified instructor led fitness classes. (Value $25) -Nightly movies and S’mores on the beach. (Value $20) -$30 off Spa Services of $230 or more during each night of your visit. Excludes Hair & Nail services. * with each eligible stay.

What is the minimum age to check in at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

The reservation holder must be at least 18 years old to check in and is required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

How far is Walt Disney World Dolphin from Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park?

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park is 2.0 miles away from the hotel.

How far is Walt Disney World Dolphin from Walt Disney World® Resort?

Walt Disney World® Resort is 4.9 miles away from the hotel.

How far is Walt Disney World Dolphin from SeaWorld Orlando?

SeaWorld Orlando is 9.7 miles away from the hotel.

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