Walt Disney World Dolphin

4.0 star property

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3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Lobby
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Exterior
Private beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available

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Map
1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios®
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Epcot®
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(407 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(144 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(121 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 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
(83 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 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
(17 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Walt Disney World Dolphin

4-star Lake Buena Vista hotel, connected to the convention center in Bay Lake
Spend the day catching some rays at Walt Disney World Dolphin's private white sand beach, relaxing by one of the hotel's 3 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

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.

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.

Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at 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.

Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a 24-hour health club, and a steam room. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Walt Disney World Dolphin is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
Fuel - This café specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Phins - Onsite lobby lounge. Open select days.
Fountain - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open select days.
Shula's Steakhouse - This steakhouse specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Open select days.
Bluezoo - This seafood restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only. Open select days.
Room service is available.

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 40.47 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 59.64 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

Restaurants on site

  • Bluezoo
  • Fountain
  • Fuel
  • Phins
  • Shula's Steakhouse

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

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

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
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch 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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 40.47 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 59.64 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include 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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
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

Walt Disney World Dolphin Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2318 out of 3557 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 592 out of 3557 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 336 out of 3557 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 170 out of 3557 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 141 out of 3557 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Dolphin. We had a king room with no view and the room was massive. We enjoyed the proximity to Epcot and Hollywood Studios and the convenience to the water taxi and the ability to book lightning lanes 7 days before our visits to the parks. The one con is that we felt the in room dining food could have been better for the price. Also, we prefer the setup of the food arriving on a table with cloche covered plates over to go boxes that made the food kind of damp on arrival, particularly breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Riley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The parking lot was closed so a lot of the amenities were
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our Favorite Place

We stayed at the Dolphin Resort for a long weekend. We were able to check in early and our room was spacious and clean. We had a great view of the fireworks at Epcot at night from our room. Great location near Disney’s Boardwalk and the water taxi was convenient to get to the parks. This is our new favorite Disney stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The buses to get to the parks are inconvenient. They no longer leave you at the same area as the Disney buses .. they drop you off further away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Javier

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
The worst customer service I have ever experienced. The valet staff lost the key to our car, the only reason we were even able to drive home was because I brought the spare with us. The worst part was that the manager of valet did not even come to apologize. The manager of the hotel said she could not donanything because it was the valer's problem. They had us write an incident report and they told us they would get back to us IF there was a resolution. We left with no apology, no key and no resolution. A complete waste of time and interruption of our vacation. My family and I will never be back here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto, MIAMI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at the Dolphin. It was a great experience and also very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. The room was clean, the bed and pillows were comfortable. We loved watching the fireworks from our room every night. There was plenty of fun things to do on property when we were not at the theme parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Mixed review at Dolphin resort at Disney

Good: walking distance to Epcot and boat taxis to parks and back are very convenient. Front desk team was polite and helpful. Pool and gym are wonderful. Food and beverage service at pool was quick. Hotel is very clean. Bad: They charge $38/night for parking and there is no parking at the hotel because of construction. That was not disclosed when room was booked. You have to park at the sister property and walk. No discount on parking fee. Also, they have an AI phone system that you can’t get through to talk to a person. Tried two different nights to call down to front desk to get information and to get towels. Both times had to go down in person because could not get through on phone. Room quite small for price as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Wesley Chapel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff cleanliness all very nice stay at Disney Dolphin hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHANA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, nice accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Love it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dolphin

No self parking available so had to pay extra for valet. Otherwise great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dolphin OK but not as nice as 4 Seasons

No one was at the pool to help with towels, food, etc. and the restaurant staff at Blue were rude and snooty. High level service should be making a guest feel valued. There is some Disney magic lost here in this huge resort, but the boat ride to Hollywood Studios, Epcot, and the access to Disney Boardwalk are worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tyrone, ATLANTA

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuliet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My favorite place to stay!

This is my favorite hotel to stay at! Its gorgeous, sophisticated, and you don't have to walk a mile from parking. It's just one building too, no walking all over the property to get to your room. They also offer the best restaurants right on property, valet, bell service and room service. They also offer two types of transportation to and from the Disney Parks and Disney Springs!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle, Woodbury Heights

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
How clean the total facility was. Pools were great,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025