Walt Disney World Dolphin

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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®
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Epcot®
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(469 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(166 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Park View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(130 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(97 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Park View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Walt Disney World Dolphin

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 features laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 centre.

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.

Walt Disney World Dolphin's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention centre and just a quick walk from Walt Disney World® Resort. Features include free WiFi in public areas and a free theme park shuttle, plus 3 outdoor pools.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking, self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking available for a fee
  • Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to deep-tissue massages, hydrotherapy or reflexology at Mandara Spa
  • Services include a children's club, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, a 24-hour gym and a steam room
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • 7 minutes by car from Disney Springs™ and 7 minutes from Epcot®
  • Free theme park shuttle service
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Fuel – This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Rosa Mexicano – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Mexican cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. 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.
Bourbon Steak – 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.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • 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/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • 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
  • Bourbon Steak
  • Fountain
  • Fuel
  • Rosa Mexicano

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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lift (203 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height electrical sockets 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 films

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 35.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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 centre 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: from approximately USD 29.99 for adults and from 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 35.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 aged 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

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. 2797 out of 4133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 651 out of 4133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 353 out of 4133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 182 out of 4133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 150 out of 4133 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kejia

Building is old so the room, also not very clean, not spacious either, not worth the price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Theresa

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and everything you need is right there. Fuel was great to grab coffee, breakfast or anything we wanted really. Restaurants at the resort were fantastic as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ginger

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyla

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, resort was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jingjing

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Collette

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, had plenty of towels and water, and a comfy bed. We were supposed to have a sofa bed and didn’t, so we were given a rollaway- so that was ok too. I didn’t care for the masculine smelling soap in the restroom. The staff were great, but most especially the waitstaff everywhere we dined. They were prompt, friendly, and had great personalities. Finally, if I pay for room service (which I did), I really enjoy it being delivered on a tray or table- not in boxes like I ordered from a delivery service. I really enjoy the relaxation and service that comes with getting my food delivered on a platter with real silverware, not in boxes that I have to arrange and figure out how to eat from.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, very clean & staff was very courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the dolphin and swan resorts. The location cannot be better, it is peaceful but still close and convenient to Epcot and Hollywood studios, The Dolphin is beautiful inside, very grand lobby, many couches to relax on, nice bar. The only thing that I would change is instead of guest rooms having 2 double beds It would be nice to have Queen or king size double rooms, beds are comfy though.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Place was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seghers G

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property main spaces were lovely, but the room hallways were dated. Employees were stellar and made the place shine. WDW water taxis to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios were fantastic, but both parks were also within walking distance. Bus transportation to other parks was easy and both water taxis and busses were very accommodating to scooter transport. The King room was large enough to allow scooter storage. Beds were extremely comfortable, and linens were lush and absorbent. Pool towels were oversized, and available at pool area. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

debra, Somerset

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good, except for the view of the trash area and a huge orange crane outside our window. Heard trash pickup from the dumpsters at 6:15am. Staff was great. Housekeeping was great. Jose at bell services was a gem! We asked for a shower chair and the one they brought us was too wide for the tub. We asked for a smaller one, but it never came, so my disabled husband had to stand to shower.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location to Epcot, clean room, and facility with lots of food options.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thalia

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Cicero

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous front desk staff, nice clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025