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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)
Exterior
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Lobby
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

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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

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

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

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

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Balcony)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Balcony)

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View (Balcony)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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

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

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

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

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

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Lake Buena Vista

Located in Lake Buena Vista (Bay Lake), Walt Disney World Dolphin is within a 10-minute drive of Disney Springs™ and Disney's Hollywood Studios®. .This beach hotel is 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Magic Kingdom® Park and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park.

What's nearby

  • Walt Disney World® Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios® - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Epcot® - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Disney Springs™ - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 25 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Morocco Pavilion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Walt Disney World Dolphin

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 1509 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. If you're planning a day at a nearby theme park, you can hop on the complimentary shuttle.
Stop by Fuel for lunch, dinner, or brunch, where this restaurant specializes in American cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service is provided. Relax with a refreshing drink from the bar/lounge or one of the 2 poolside bars. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Planning an event in Lake Buena Vista? This hotel has 306979 square feet (28519 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 61 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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 transport

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • 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/lorry 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 cot
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • 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
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • 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

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

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. 2294 out of 3524 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 591 out of 3524 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 331 out of 3524 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 167 out of 3524 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 141 out of 3524 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dany

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris

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

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, abingdon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our third time staying here and it doesn’t disappoint. Convenient location and the staff are very helpful. Rooms are nice and clean and beds are comfy. There is a store (Fuel) to quickly grab snacks and drinks before heading out if needed. Nice pool area. Can be a long walk to your room depending on room location. We had balcony room which was nice. If you are going to Disney parks this is perfect location. And the resort is beautiful and clean inside out
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Herbert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A safe family friendly resort. Great pool, lots of restaurants and quick walk to Epcot.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There is no self parking, even for handicapped.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is fantastic. Convenient for walking or bot transportation to Disney properties.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lissette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the options the property had to the different parks. The gondola was my favorite! The water taxi was another five star feature the resort offered. It was our 34 wedding anniversary and I’m so happy we picked the dolphin for our anniversary. If I had to give a dislike comment it would be the cut of time of four o’clock for the DJ it should be six. Other than that we loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the convenience to be able to walk to Epcot,etc
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always my favorite hotel in Orlando
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at the dolphin. Loved the ambience overall. The room was pretty small and there was no conditioner or robes. We opted for the least $$ room but it was still $300 and has no view (literally the roof). The 2nd bed was super close to the wall. I loved the food and bars and walkable to the boardwalk. Staff were great! Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful family vacation experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen, Winter Park

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice sized room. Nice bar in lobby which was added since our last visit. Had an issue with wait time at valet parking on the way out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindi

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

6/10 Okay

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Horrible parking

Parking is horrible! Valet said oh well! 38 self was unavailable valet 50 they were so rude! One small bathroom mirror un except able
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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