Walt Disney World Dolphin

4.0 star property

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3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Banquet hall
View from property
Private beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830
  • Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Walt Disney World® Resort
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, View

  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, No View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Balcony)

  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View (Hearing Accessible)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, No View (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Walt Disney World Dolphin

On private beach with 3 outdoor pools, near Disney's Hollywood Studios®
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.

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.

Walt Disney World Dolphin's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention center, and just a quick walk from Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course. Features include free WiFi in public areas and a free theme park shuttle, plus 3 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Fuel, a café that serves American cuisine
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking, self parking, and RV/bus/truck parking available for a fee
  • Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Indulge with hot stone massages, hydrotherapy, or reflexology at the spa
  • Services include a kid's club, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes a private beach, a 24-hour gym, and a steam room
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • 6 minutes by car from Disney Springs™ and 8 minutes from Disney's Hollywood Studios®
  • 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 a poolside bar 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 buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 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 public transport

  • 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)
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking (subject to charges) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:30 AM: USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/games room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Karaoke
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Corner/local shop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Water slide

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Corner/local shop
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Golf caddy
  • Golf cart
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (306979 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 61

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage - Thai
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 203
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 91
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height plug sockets in bathroom
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 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

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Beach towels
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Couples dining
  • Games
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Shared microwave
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV/satellite channels
  • Films for purchase
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

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

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 cribs (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 50 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center 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: 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

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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 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

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 623 out of 3481 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 346 out of 3481 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 190 out of 3481 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 159 out of 3481 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
First the room was spacious and clean. However upon arrival I requested self parking only to then not be let into the parking. I was informed that the parking was full and I’d need to park at another hotel and carry my luggage throughout the other hotel and walkway connection. Then during my stay the room door kept getting jammed, it essentially had a none functioning lock that wouldn’t let the door close. We would need to keep lowering the handle from the inside for it to finally let the lock not stick out. Although my room location was amazing and close to the elevator and lobby, I couldn’t find no ice machine around. When I called to ask for extra coffee for the room it was impossible to get someone on the phone. I will admit I didn’t call the front desk and try every option
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walkable to the boardwalk and Epcot. Felt luxurious and staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to the Boardwalk and Epcot, we walked back to the hotel at the end of our first day. The ferry runs every few minutes to Epcot and Hollywood Studios, so it is quick and easy. We took their bus to Animal Kingdom which was also convenient and clean. We have already booked our next stay for the Christmas celebration at Magic Kingdom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veneta, Palm beach gardens

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location close to epcot and hollywood, flexible for my family so we could go to parks whenever we want to.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adamson

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay. We were stuck there during the recent hurricane and I was happy to find it had its own laundry mat. There was also an arcade I could spend time in while waiting for my laundry. The multiples restaurants were nice and I loved the coffee shop. Overall we had a good stay. My complaints were our bathroom sink didn’t drain well. It would fill up when you brrushed your teeth. Also, check-in took a long time. There was a really long line. They were going as fast as they could though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean, beautiful, and convenient! Beds were comfortable. Gorgeous balcony view. Walking distance to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelmina, PANAMA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So convenient if you’re traveling with your family and going to the Disney parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julalak

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

scott

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking horrible. No hot shower. Might be due to aftermath of hurricane.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Walkable areas incluse, Epcot, Hollwywood Studios, Boarwalk and many others
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The last day valet left a very bad impression. He lied to me about my car being brought up earlier. Since I didn’t call I knew he was lying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. The $36 for parking is a little frustrating given the free parking at the Disney Resorts. We park our car somewhere else and it worked out well. Overall, it was very pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Zenya

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl, Middlesex

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This property was excellent. Very easy access to all Disney parks either by boat, bus and very walkable to Epcot and boardwalk
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

bryon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

therese

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing onsite Disney resort
Amazing resort, will most definitely be returning
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun, Leighton Buzzard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024