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Reviews of Walt Disney World Dolphin 4 stars

1500 Epcot Resorts Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830, United States

#204 of 391 hotels in Orlando

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 2195 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 10 November 2024

    9.0
    I picked this hotel because all the different lands of Walt Disney World were accessible as if the Dolphin were one of t
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Resort Balcony, Guest room, 2 Double, Resort view, Balcony (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked that it was kind of within the Disney World property and that you can take a boat to and from Hollywood studios and Epcot. It’s a bit of a venture to Magic Kingdom - I also like that this hotel is included in the Early entrance. We also like a Couple of the restaurants: Shula’s and Kimonos. The meals at both were excellent. Also all the employees were very nice and helpful and all always had a smile and greeted you . When we checked in I expressed the fact that I picked this hotel because we were hoping to be able to view the fireworks over Epcot. I had upgraded our room to a park view hoping that would be possible. I was told that the room we had upgraded would not give us the view we would like, but I was told that he would see if he could get us a room that viewing the fireworks would be possible. Well he came thru and got us a room on the 3rd floor at lobby level with a balcony and low and behold we were able to see most of the fireworks from the balcony and on the second night we just left the curtains open a we could still see them from the bed. We were very happy with our room and would come back again for that and they employees there.

    Very nice property - rather large and sprawling. You can get lost.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2024

    8.0
    Be in the middle of everything PLUS a tropical poolside stay.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cost of food. No lower dollar restaurants. Room service charge is ridiculous.

    Location. Variety of on site activities.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Resort View, Guest room, 2 Double, Resort view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Nice hotel

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    8.0
    Nice hotel. Good food and pool. Beds are full size versus queens
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Resort Balcony, Guest room, 2 Double, Resort view, Balcony (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was limited. I parked at the Swan but still paid parking fees

    Location, restaurants, staff

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Traditional King Room with Sofa Bed - Hearing Accessible (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed

    We love the convenience to epcot

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2024

    9.0
    beautiful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    room service food was awful, and I wasn't aware the pool was at the swan. no on told me.

    it was beautiful, clean, and the beds were super comfy.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable but expensive stay for the convenience of walking to Epcot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Traditional King, Guest room, 1 King (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Hallway carpets were worn and hallways extremely cold. As most everything Disney prices for basics like coffee were high ! Our room had a musty smell but friends room was ok.

    Very large hotel but well organized. Very convenient walking distance to Epcot. Rooms were comfortable and well equipped. Accommodated us with an early check in which was appreciated. As everything Disney clean and friendly staff.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2024

    8.0
    Convenient and Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Traditional Double Room with Two Double Beds and Roll-in Shower - Mobility and Hearing Accessible (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just a note that the self park was not available at the Dolphin (where our room was) so we had to park at the Swan, which wasn’t too far but was difficult to figure out at night as there weren’t any well lit or easily seen signage for self parking.

    Convenient location to accessing Epcot via boat or walking. Room was comfortable. Market on main floor had good sandwiches and plenty of options for snacks.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    9.0
    Fun weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Traditional King, Guest room, 1 King (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Price

    Convenience to parks

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    9.0
    Good for families
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premium Studio King, Larger Guest room, 1 King, Sofa bed (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive resteaurants; thin blankets

    Great location, great transportation to parks

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fees

    Location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathroom was very tight. A/C would be nice to stay on at night and freezer in the refrigerator

    hotel in general. The restaurants were nice, wish we had more time.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    7.0
    Great location and beautiful territory for reasonable price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The AC is blasting even if you turn it off. The valet parking takes 30 minutes to get your car. Aaaand we figured alrdy at Disney that the hotel doesn’t belong to Disney Resorts but belongs to third party that’s why you can’t really use your Disney rewards or card to charge to the room.

    Location is great! Staff is nice . Amenities Awsome. EPCOT and Hollywood Studios are walking distance. The shuttle’s to Dysney every 20 minutes.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    8.0
    Enjoyed our stay overall.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Traditional Double Room with Two Double Beds and Adapted Tub - Mobility and Hearing Accessible (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is not adequate parking if you are wanting to self park. Also there is a parking fee of $45

    Love the decor, the staff was helpful, it was convenient to nearby attractions.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    8.0
    Getaway weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Traditional King, Guest room, 1 King (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very far from Disney Springs and the parks. Not many buses come so we had to uber a lot.

    I liked that the property was close to the boardwalk, we got to go visit the night scene with the baby and she loved it.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2024

    8.0
    Overall a nice stay. The hurricane cut our visit short.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Firework View, Guest room, 2 Double, Resort view, Balcony (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I requested no room service until asked for. On my second day I asked the cleaning lady, who was right outside my door cleaning the next room over, to refresh our toiletries and to empty the garbage. We then left for the parks. When we returned, the room had not been touched.

    Excellent location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    9.0
    Fun Mother / Daughter weekend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing. it's perfect for a weekend to Epcot's Food and Wine Festival

    Best location with being on Disney Property and within walking distance to so many places!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2024

    9.0
    Great stay, superb location for Epcot & Hollywood Studios. Always a pleasure to come back and visit!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Firework Balcony, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only negative is when reception gets taken over by conference attendees. Would be nice for towels to be available when returning to the hotel after a rain storm.

    The room was a good size, loved the balcony views and watching the fireworks. Staff were great especially at Rosa Mexicano our favourite restaurant. As always an excellent stay at the Dolphin.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    8.0
    overall good hotel just a bit changes is needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Firework View, Guest room, 2 Double, Resort view, Balcony (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 5 nights

    the room bath and the view from the balcony

    The hotel is ideally located, with an exceptionally helpful staff. The connection to Disney runs seamlessly, making the experience smooth and enjoyable. I arrived with my son and, while the stay was pleasant overall, there were a couple of disappointments. I had booked a room with a balcony specifically to view the fireworks show, and requested a higher floor. Unfortunately, I was placed on the third floor, where the view was partially obstructed by trees and buildings, limiting the fireworks display. Additionally, the bathroom was quite small and outdated, clearly in need of renovation to meet modern standards. The use of curtains in the shower caused frequent leaks, which was inconvenient. On a positive note, the hotel’s restaurants are excellent, offering a wide variety of dishes. I highly recommend trying all the dining options, including those at the Swan. Despite the room issues, it was a good overall experience.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    8.0
    Overall good stay with no issues.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night

    slow valet parking; body wash/lotion smell like dark amber

    comfort, amenities

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Resort View, Guest room, 2 Double, Resort view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathroom was a bit small and the shower curtain didn't prevent the floor getting wet. Bathroom could have been slightly cleaner.

    Location and view excellent. Large room and everything you need. The staff were very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    8.0
    done
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    boat ride home after a night at EPCOT.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    9.0
    Perfect location for trip to Disney
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Resort Balcony, Guest room, 2 Double, Resort view, Balcony (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds were very small, cleanliness in room wasn’t great as there was a lot of dust. Few maintenance issues in room such as toilet seat falling off and very loud AC. Very expensive if you want to buy food and drink especially breakfast ( a plain croissant cost $6!).

    Location was perfect for a trip to Disney without staying at a Disney hotel. Staff were very friendly and facilities round the hotel were great. Loved that the room had a balcony to sit and enjoy a drink on. Lovely bar in center of the lobby to relax in.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tradtional Double/Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view (Includes Early Entry To Disney Theme Parks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The long walks to rooms, paying to self park my own vehicle.

    The fuel store.

    Stayed in September 2024

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