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Walt Disney World Dolphin

1500 Epcot Resorts Boulevard Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Disney World

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  • All hotel guests will be responsible for paying the property's mandatory resort service package of 17.00 USD (plus tax) daily at the time of check-in. The resort fee covers unlimited domestic long distance per day, unlimited access to the resort's health club facilities, in room high-speed Internet access , and 2 bottles of water daily.

    Self parking is $15 per day or valet parking is $20 per day.

Directions | Transportation Info | Nearby Attractions


Transportation Info

Shuttle Transportation to/from Primary Airport - MCO
Shuttle Fee - 17.00 Shuttle Hours - From 2359 Hrs to
2359 Hrs
Mears Transportation provides airport transportation 24
hours daily. One-way rate of 17.00USD. Reservations not
required..407-423-5566.

Distance from City Center to property 20 MI
Nearest Railroad Station - Amtrak Railroad Station 20 MI
Nearest Metro, Bus, Subway - Greyhound Bus Station 20 MI
Transportation from Primary Airport to Property -
Taxi 65.00 - Approximate 65.00USD fare from Orlando
International to/from hotel.

Rental Car - Budget 800-527-0700..Avis 800-331-1212 and
Hertz 800-654-3131.

Transportation from City Center to Property -
Taxi 45.00 - Approximate 45.00-55.00USD fare to
downtown Orlando

Limo - Mears Transportation - Taxi..van..towncar and
limousine transportation is available 24-hours
through Mears Transportation desk..located in the
lobby of the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel.

Rental Car - Alamo/Natonal Car Rental -
407-934-4850..located in the guest services alcove in
the main lobby of the Dolphin Wing.

Rail or Subway - - Amtrak Train Station - 20 miles and
an estimated 45.00USD taxi ride from the hotel.

Bus or Other Transportation - - Greyhound Bus Station -
Located 20 miles and an estimated 55.00USD ride
from/to hotel. - Getting Around - Guests of Walt
Disney World Swan and Dolphin enjoy complimentary
transportation throughout the Walt Disney World
Attractions. Its so convenient. A Friendship Launch
offers access from the hotels dock..running
approximately every 15 minutes to/from Epcot and
Disney-MGM Studios. A series of walkways will also
lead you to the entrance of these Theme Parks. Disney
shuttle buses arrive at the main entrance of the
hotels approximately every 20 minutes to transport
guests to Magic Kingdom Park..Disneys Animal Kingdom
Theme Park..Downtown Disney area..

**Please Note Fees May Apply To Above Transportation**


Nearby Attractions

  • Disneys Hollywood Studios
  • Wet N Wild
  • Disney's Magic Kingdom
  • SeaWorld Orlando
  • Universal Studios
  • Disney's Epcot
  • Downtown Disney
  • Disneys Typhoon Lagoon
  • Legoland
  • Amway Arena
  • Disneys Wide World Of Sports
  • Lake Buena Vista Factory Outlet Mall
  • Disneys Animal Kingdom
  • Gatorland
  • ORL
  • MCO

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Hotel Description | Hotel Amenities | Dining Options

Hotel Description

1,509 rooms, 20 floors

The award-winning Walt Disney World Dolphin is located between Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios and close to Disney's Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom theme parks. Staying on-site at this Disney resort allows guests to enjoy many special Disney benefits including Extra Magic Hours, complimentary shuttle throughout Disney, on-site Disney desks, character dining, advance tee times on Disney golf courses, complimentary delivery of purchases made at Disney theme parks, and complimentary parking at Disney theme parks.

Guests can enjoy 17 restaurants and lounges including coastal cuisine, Italian, steak and seafood, sushi, 24-hour room service, and more. Additional amenities include four lighted tennis courts, supervised children's programs, five pools (including a three-acre grotto pool and white-sand beach), jogging trails, health clubs, massage therapy, beauty salon, and the nearby Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Courses.

The beautifully-appointed guestrooms feature custom-designed carpeting and draperies, while the centerpiece is the Westin Heavenly Bed featuring a pillow-top mattress, a cozy white goose-down comforter, three crisp 250 thread-count sheets, and five overstuffed fluffy pillows. Additional room amenities include 32-inch flat screen TVs with HD cable channels, laptop safe, hair dryer, and iron/ironing board.


Hotel Amenities

(Additional fees may apply to some amenities)

  • Swimming Pool
  • Non-Smoking
  • Restaurant On Site
  • High-Speed Internet
  • Room Service
  • Hot Tub
  • Fitness Facility
  • Kids Activities
  • Dry Cleaning/Laundry
  • Golf Course
  • Spa
  • Tennis Courts
  • Business Center
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Executive Floor
  • Interior Corridors
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Dining Options

Shula's Steakhouse
Shula's Steakhouse restaurant is themed after the 1972 Miami Dolphins' "Perfect Season" - the only team in NFL history to finish a season undefeated. The menus are hand painted on an official NFL game football. At Shula's Steak Houses, one of the featured entrees is the 48-Ounce Porterhouse.
Il Mulino New York Trattoria
Il Mulino New York Trattoria reflects the infectious enthusiasm and joy the Mascis take in bringing the Italian tradition of fine food and hospitality to your table. Simple, straightforward, wholesome and always fresh - it's the Il Mulino New York tradition. Enjoy!
Kimono's
Award-winning Kimonos restaurant and lounge is a favorite among locals and international guests alike. Voted top restaurant for sushi by the Orlando Sentinel readers, guests experience the fine art of sushi preparation each night.
The décor at Kimonos is as impressive as the cuisine. Dark teakwood, colorful kimonos and an intimate atmosphere are the inviting hallmarks of this authentic Japanese sushi bar. House specialties include traditional Oriental hors d'oeuvres, gyoza, tempura platters, kobe beef and duck satay.
True to form, Kimonos also features a nightly karaoke sing-a-long, featuring popular tunes spanning several decades… always a hit with the late night crowd.
Todd English's bluezoo
Renowned for his unique style and ability to entertain, Celebrity Chef Todd English combines the freshest seafood with coastal cuisines from around the world in a setting you won't forget in Todd English's bluezoo.
Designed by renowned architect, Jeffrey Beers, Todd English's bluezoo is truly a work of art. Beers has extensive experience and an exceptional reputation in both the architecture and interior design industries. He has a keen interest in the relationship between architecture and light and has studied and practiced the art of glass and glass blowing with renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. Continued collaboration and work with the medium provide Beers an unparalleled expertise in glass - both as material and light design element - as is evidenced in each of his projects to date.
Garden Grove
On different evenings, we feature buffet menu themes including Mediterranean, Southern Barbecue and our newest guest favorite, Seafood Sensation. Offering the freshest seafood including shrimp, snow crab legs, scallops, stuffed lobster and a variety of other family favorites including roasted chicken and prime rib. For the Southern Barbecue evening, ribs and pulled pork pair well with our sumptuous sides and other treats. Mediterranean night features your favorite pasta and beef dishes along with other fresh offerings including lemon and herb chicken and baked eggplant parmesan.
Experience creative American cuisine at Garden Grove for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The young at heart will also enjoy Disney character dining at dinner nightly and for breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays.
Fresh Mediterrean Market
Fresh Mediterranean Market strives to provide a variety of foods inspired by the rich farmlands of the Mediterranean, using recipes which have been handed down from generation to generation. The menu includes ever changing seasonal ingredients from Spain, Italy, France, Greece and Morocco with a domestic flair.
The Fountain Eats & Sweets
Crisp salads, custom grilled burgers, and a mouth-watering array of sandwiches and desserts. Treat yourself to homemade or soft serve ice cream, malts and shakes from our open ice-cream counter. Open for lunch and dinner. Reservations are not necessary.
Cabana Bar & Beach Club
Enjoy a sophisticated variety of appetizers, salads, gourmet flat breads and other entrees at this chic restaurant and bar, located just steps from the Dolphin lap pool. Transition into evening with signature cocktails and frozen drinks at our illuminated bar. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations are not necessary.
Splash Terrace
Poolside outdoor seating just steps from our white sand beach. Enjoy contemporary lunch fare that includes custom made sandwiches, fresh baked pizza, snacks and ice cream. Open seasonally.
Picabu
A curious gallery of evocative food and art, Picabu was created to delight both kids and the young at heart. The always-open adventure eatery serves up an affordable and unique dining option for the entire family in a buffet/cafeteria setting. The centerpiece is Picabu, a delightful and adventurous wood-carved and brightly painted animated character who diners will find behind every corner in this unforgettable dining experience. Picabu, designed by Kakadu Art & Design in Wood, Ltd., will fascinate kids (and parents) as they make their way through the restaurant’s selection of America’s favorite foods. Open 24 hours a day; seven days a week, Picabu is located in the Dolphin and also offers a convenience store that includes sundries, toiletries, snacks and gifts.
Java Bar
Enjoy a variety of coffees, such as espresso and cappuccino, as well as other popular beverages, and freshly prepared pastries in a relaxed and inviting setting. Located near the back entrance of the Swan. Open mornings and evenings.
Lobby Lounge
Relax and enjoy morning coffee and freshly prepared pastries, or an evening cocktail in this comfortable, open atmosphere. Open mornings and evenings.


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