Walt Disney World Dolphin

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention centre, near Walt Disney World® Resort

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Relax by the serene pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a gentle waterfall.
Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere at the bar, where guests can sit and relax with a drink.
Experience a luxurious beachfront setting with stunning views, perfect for special occasions.
Experience the grandeur of this hotel, surrounded by a serene pool and lush palm trees, with multiple levels and spacious balconies.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and enjoy a variety of seating options.
Near Disney Springs, Walt Disney World Dolphin offers a fun getaway with golf, a poolside bar, and private beach. Unwind at the spa or grab a bite to eat at Fuel café. With shopping on site and free in-room WiFi, this hotel is perfect for families.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants and 2 poolside bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • 24-hour health club
  • Steam room
  • Beach towels
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground on-site
The current price is $161
$237 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul

Room options

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(412 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(147 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(122 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Balcony)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830

What's nearby

  • Walt Disney World® Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios® - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Epcot® - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Disney Springs™ - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) - 24 min drive
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 28 min drive
  • Orlando Station - 25 min drive
  • Brightline Orlando Station - 25 min drive
  • Kissimmee Station - 26 min drive
  • Free theme park shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Morocco Pavilion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Walt Disney World Dolphin

Walt Disney World Dolphin offers a private beach where you can play volleyball, plus you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Walt Disney World® Resort. 3 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. The lobby lounge is a great place to grab a drink, and Fuel serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 poolside bars, a 24-hour health club and a 24-hour fitness centre. The pool and comfortable beds get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 1509 rooms
    • Arranged over 27 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Children's club*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (USD 40.47 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site valet parking (USD 59.64 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Off-site

    • Free theme park shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Shared microwave
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Water slide
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Shopping
  • Air hockey
  • Ping pong
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 61 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (306979 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach towels
  • Golf caddy on-site
  • Golf cart on-site
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour health club
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Water slide
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 203
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 91
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Pool access ramp on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Fuel – This café specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Phins – On-site lobby lounge. Open selected days.
Fountain – This family restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open selected days.
Shula's Steakhouse – This steakhouse specialises in American cuisine and only serves dinner. Open selected days.
Bluezoo – This seafood restaurant specialises in seafood and only serves dinner. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 56.25 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Fitness centre access
    • Fitness/yoga classes
    • Health club access

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Self-parking costs USD 40.47 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 59.64 per night with in/out privileges
  • RV/bus/lorry parking is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

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

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 40.47 per night. Valet parking costs USD 59.64 per night. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Walt Disney World Dolphin and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Walt Disney World Dolphin also has 2 poolside bars, a private beach and a 24-hour health club, as well as spa services, an arcade and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Walt Disney World Dolphin?

Yes, Fuel offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Walt Disney World Dolphin like?

Walt Disney World Dolphin is a short 10-minute walk from Walt Disney World® Resort and 8 minutes' walk from Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The pool area was amazing, with multiple pools, a toddler pool, and a hot tub, offering a fun experience for all ages. (138 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of delicious dining options with excellent service. (59 reviews)
  • The beach area offered a fun atmosphere with activities, beautiful views, and convenient amenities like free s'mores and a movie night. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Great hotel!
3-night trip

10/10

Stayed at the Dolphin for our 10yr wedding anniversary and it was wonderful. Great staff!
4-night trip

10/10

This is my favorite place to stay when going to Epcot! Best hotel around. We love the pool and the location!
2-night trip

8/10

Great hotel beautiful ambience love the everything was walking distance closed to all parks and Disney springs also love the restaurant in the hotel great service all around expensive but worth every penny
2-night trip

10/10

Clean, comfortable, great location, great dining options and fun pools too.
1-night trip

10/10

Awesome!! Wdw dolphin is fantastic
2-night trip

10/10

Great Hotel! Convenient to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Great pool!
7-night trip

10/10

Excellent place to stay!
1-night trip

10/10

We took our 12 month old son here on vacation and we had a fabulous time!
5-night trip

10/10

Stayed here when visiting Disney World. Loved the shuttle from hotel to the parks.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location, friendly staff, nice accommodations.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful place.. will definitely stay again
2-night trip

10/10

Fantastic resort and a great place to stay while visiting Disney World!
2-night trip

10/10

This resort has everything you need. Multiple pools, great variety of restaurants, and an arcade with a few bowling lanes. You can walk between the Dolphin and Swan Resorts. You can also walk to Disney’s board walk. There is also access to the fairy that will take you to Epcot. Would definitely stay here again!
2-night trip

10/10

Our stay was great overall. Clean room, comfortable beds, wonderful view from our room. My only complaint is the parking situation. The hotel charges $38 a day for self parking, but they do not guarantee you a parking spot if you leave and come back. I think that for that price they should at least guarantee your spot at anytime.
6-night trip

10/10

We had a great stay. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Room service was excellent the only issue I had was the distance from room to elevator. But the room was excellent so it made up for it.
3-night trip

10/10

Awesome stay, hope to return soon.
2-night trip

10/10

Amazing as always.
3-night trip

10/10

Nice clean hotel, lots of amenities
1-night trip

10/10

Awesome place
4-night trip

10/10

Had a great vacation
5-night trip

10/10

We love the Dolphin hotel. It’s clean and conveniently located to visit all the Disney parks.
2-night trip

4/10

Old rooms bat
1-night trip

10/10

Love this property and the employees.
1-night trip

10/10

A safe family friendly resort. Great pool, lots of restaurants and quick walk to Epcot.
3-night trip