Walt Disney World Dolphin in Orlando

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3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Overview
Rooms
Location
Amenities
Policies

4-star hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention center, near Epcot®

8,2/10 Very good

3 662 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

Pool

Spa

Parking available

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Connecting rooms available

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

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
On a private beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
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

Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's pool
Playground on site
Children's club (surcharge)

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

In Bay Lake
Walt Disney World® Resort - 15 min walk
Epcot® - 22 min walk
Disney's Hollywood Studios® - 3 min drive
Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park - 6 min drive
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park - 7 min drive
ESPN Wide World of Sports - 9 min drive
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park - 10 min drive
Disney Springs™ - 9 min drive
Magic Kingdom® Park - 9 min drive
Old Town - 9 min drive

Getting around

Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) - 26 min drive
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 28 min drive
Orlando Station - 25 min drive
Kissimmee Station - 30 min drive
Free theme park shuttle

Restaurants

United Kingdom Pavilion - 8 min drive
Morocco Pavilion - 5 min drive
Chefs de France - 5 min drive
Rosie's All-American Café - 4 min drive
Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie - 5 min drive

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. A poolside bar, a 24-hour health club, and a 24-hour fitness center are other highlights at this upscale hotel. The breakfast and local sightseeing get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property

Protective shields in place at main contact areas

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff

Temperature checks given to staff

Masks are required at the property

Hand sanitizer provided

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place

Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

1509 rooms
Arranged over 27 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 4 PM - midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

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*

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

Onsite self parking (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite valet parking (USD 42 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Offsite

Free theme park shuttle

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Waterslide
Free theme park shuttle
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Grocery/convenience store
Children's menu

What to do

On a private beach
Fitness classes
Beach volleyball
Evening entertainment
Karaoke
Shopping
Air hockey
Table tennis
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Ziplining nearby

Working away

Business center
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
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
24-hour health club
18 holes of golf
3 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Waterslide
Lockers available
Banquet hall
Reception hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 80
Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
In-room accessibility (select rooms)
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
20 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
Closed captioned TV
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-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
Pay movies

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Desk chair

Food and drink

Mini-fridge
Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Recycling

Special features

Spa

The onsite 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 spa 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 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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:

Resort fee: USD 45 per accommodation, per night

Resort fee inclusions:

Additional inclusions
Fitness center 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 26.63 per night
Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Parking

Self parking costs USD 32 per night with in/out privileges
Valet parking costs USD 42 per night with in/out privileges
RV/bus/truck 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

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Policies

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing 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.

Also known as

Dolphin Hotel

Dolphin Walt Disney World

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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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Walt Disney World Dolphin?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

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 32 per night. Valet parking costs USD 42 per night. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

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

You can check in from 4 PM - 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 onsite includes aerobics 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 a private beach, a waterslide, and a 24-hour health club, as well as an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

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 15-minute walk from Walt Disney World® Resort and 8 minutes' walk from Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

8,2

Very good

8,6/10

Cleanliness

8,4/10

Staff & service

8,4/10

Amenities

8,5/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,4/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Very good

29 May 2023

Front desk person that checked us in was AMAZING, room view was awesome, boat ride to Epcot was great, but pool was cold and dirty, beds were smaller than other hotels….overall Dolphin hotel is well worth the money and family had great time…