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Walt Disney World Dolphin

Walt Disney World Dolphin
Walt Disney World Dolphin – Lake Buena Vista, FL
Walt Disney World Dolphin – Lake Buena Vista, FL
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Walt Disney World Dolphin

Located in the Walt Disney World Resort, this hotel offers a water taxi service to Epcot, Disney's Boardwalk, and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Five outdoor pools, 4 hot tubs, and health and wellness spa are on site. Walt Disney World early entry and extended evening hours, as well as 7 AM daily Lightning Lane selections (purchase necessary) are extended to all Walt Disney World Dolphin guests. A flat-screen TV and a small refrigerator are found in each bright and colorful room of the Walt Disney World Dolphin. Some rooms also feature a private balcony and beautiful views of the resort. A total of 17 restaurants and lounges, including Shula’s Steak House and Todd English's bluezoo restaurant are open to guests of the Dolphin. Disney tickets and advanced Disney golf course tee times are available for a fee. Universal Orlando Resort is 12 mi from the property. The entertainment and dining of the Disney BoardWalk are 7 minutes' walk from the hotel. Guests are only 15 minutes' walk away from the Epcot theme park.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Excellent 4732 reviews
  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    ♥️ ♥️♥️♥️

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    The location was great and the hotel seemed. Rey clean. I think it was a bit pricey for the room size.

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    The hotel was very nice and had a wonderful location. Transportation isn’t great. Yes, there are buses but it’s not the same as staying at an actual Disney Resort. You can charge to your magic band either.

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    I love everything about this hotel.

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    staff was extremely helpful

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    Thanks

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    Beautiful hotel with many amenities. Being able to walk only 20 minutes to the Epcot International Gateway was really special. We were able to enjoy the quick service café called Fuel right off the main lobby of the hotel. Our room was spacious and clean, located on the 2nd floor. The mattress and pillows were excellent. Wish we could have stayed longer. We will be back.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Love this location.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Nice resort. Clean room, convenient location with easy transportation to parks. Quick food/bev store downstairs. Friendly staff.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Clean and food was good

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    We checked in late, 12am to the Dolphin after late hours at Hollywood Studios. We walked over to the resort and went upstairs to just sleep. The room was comfy and se got a good night's sleep. There was a fire alarm being tested at 9am the next morning. We were up, but it was going off again when we got back from Disney Springs. The hotel had so much to offer and looked like so much fun, but we were just there for the one night.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and attentive.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Easy access to Epcot. Very clean excellent bar Food options could be a little better

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The property was clean and well kept. The views overlooking the boardwalk and boat rides were fun for the kids.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    First time staying here. The property is amazing. The staff is amazing and the amenities are amazing. The problem....is that no matter where you book your reservation whether it is directly with the hotel or through a secondary site like Hotels.com, The charges are not the actual charges. In my case, the taxes and resort fees total 41% of the room charge for both nights. So, when you budget for your stay, budget for 1.5x what they say that the room charge is plus parking. Also, the Dolphin is undergoing renovation (9/25-27/2026) and there is very limited parking. So, we either had to valet, $64.97/night or self park at the Swan and walk to the Dolphin, $42.60/night. Just beware of all of these extra charges when booking.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    I loved this hotel so much from the staff to the amenities. My kids also enjoyed it and can’t wait to go back. The rooms are super clean and well taken care of. Food was amazing and the staff is also amazing. I can not wait to go back.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Excellent service and very accommodating.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    USB ports were all broken- made it a pain to charge magic bands. Also personal preference: shampoo smells musky which is not my vibe. Would stay again and bring shampoo and usb blocks.

Frequently asked questions about Walt Disney World Dolphin

Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Walt Disney World Dolphin offer parking?
Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply. Oversized vehicle parking is also available.
Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Walt Disney World Dolphin features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Walt Disney World Dolphin have a fitness center?
Yes, Walt Disney World Dolphin features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, sauna, pool.
Where is Walt Disney World Dolphin located, and how walkable is the area?
Walt Disney World Dolphin is located at 1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. With a Walk Score of 27, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Walt Disney World Dolphin
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios 0.6 mi
  • Epcot 0.6 mi
  • Captain EO 0.7 mi
  • Walt Disney World Resort 0.7 mi
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom 2.0 mi
  • Magic Kingdom 3.9 mi
  • SeaWorld Orlando 6.6 mi

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