Tyzzarea Johnson
I booked and cancelled at least 6 different resort stays before deciding on Disney Dolphin. I was hesitant after reading some of the lower reviews, but took a chance anyways. I was pleasantly surprised at how much this resort had to offer. The staff members were extremely welcoming and attentive. The shuttles were easy to navigate. Late night food options were accessible after long park days, and the pools were amazing! It is important to know that though this resort is on Disney property, it is not Disney themed. However, I knew this before booking. My only complaint is how small the bathroom in our room was. Otherwise, the room itself was spacious and the front desk even upgraded us to a higher floor/better view for free! We will be back.
Chloe Rideout
We had an awesome midweek stay with family at the Dolphin! We booked two nights so we could take our little one to Epcot and meet all the Disney Princesses. We wanted to be close to the theme park so we could get early entry and come back to the room for naptime, and wanted to take advantage of Bonvoy status. The location is perfect. I love the post-modern architecture of the hotels- so fun and kitschy with classy interiors. We visited three different restaurants there and had yummy meals, all with fast service (ideal for toddlers). The king room we booked is your standard 4 star hotel chain room that had a little bit of wear and tear if you looked closely, but had nice toiletries provided and a comfy bed and I appreciated that the bathroom had a real door (with a lock on it!) We could see the Magic Kingdom fireworks from our bed at night which was a nice touch. Housekeeping service was great. The resort pools were beautiful. The temperature only got up to the 60s during our stay but the hot sun meant we could still splash around for a bit the last morning, and had the baby pool area to ourselves. We would absolutely stay here again the next time we come to Disney with our kid.
Rahim Agha
Overall, this was a very good stay and one of the better Marriott properties I've experienced, especially when it comes to elite member benefits. One of the standout perks was the complimentary continental breakfast benefit, which could be used at any restaurant across the Swan and Dolphin complex. This provided excellent flexibility and added significant value to the stay.
The property offers a wide range of amenities, including multiple pools, a kids' game area, numerous dining options, conference facilities, and even a Disney store on-site. Room service was also impressively quick and efficient.
Transportation options were generally convenient. While the hotel provides shuttle service to Magic Kingdom, guests are dropped off at the Transportation and Ticket Center rather than directly at the park entrance, which can add extra travel time. On the other hand, the ferry service to Epcot's International Gateway entrance and the BoardWalk area was a major advantage and made getting around much easier.
The room itself was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. As a Marriott Bonvoy elite member, I was pleasantly surprised to receive a room upgrade with a great view, showing that the property does a good job recognizing and rewarding loyalty.
My primary criticism is the bedding configuration. The hotel offers rooms with two double beds rather than queen beds, which seems like an odd choice for a property that caters heavily to families. Queen beds would provide a much more comfortable experience for parents traveling with children.
I was able to maximize the value of my stay by combining my American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts credit with Marriott elite benefits, which made the overall experience even more rewarding. While there are a few areas that could be improved, the combination of amenities, dining options, transportation access, and elite member recognition made this an enjoyable stay that I would gladly consider again.
Overall rating: 4.5/5 stars.
Thomas Blackport
The staff was super friendly at the check-in and upgraded our room for us free of charge. The rooms themselves were very clean and well kept. The location was definitely a big plus with the boardwalk and Epcot/Epcot Skyliner access being easily walkable. Plenty of good food options both in the hotel and within walking distance. Very pleased with the experience overall!
Nur
We absolutely loved our stay at Walt Disney World Dolphin! From the moment we arrived, it felt like the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and that special Disney magic.
The resort itself has so much to offer. The pool area is beautiful and relaxing, and one of our favorite memories was watching family movies on the white sand beach at night such a fun and unique touch! There are plenty of excellent restaurants on-site, so even when we didn’t feel like heading to the parks, we had great dining options right there.
The room was fantastic super quiet, with an incredibly comfortable bed that helped us recharge after long park days. We were lucky enough to get a room with a stunning view of Epcot, and watching the fireworks light up the sky every night at 9 PM from our balcony was absolutely breathtaking.
Best of all is the location and transportation. The free boat service to Epcot and Hollywood Studios is incredibly convenient and stress-free. Being so close to the parks made a huge difference we could easily pop back to the resort for a break or a swim and then head back out without any hassle.
Everything about the Dolphin exceeded our expectations. If you’re looking for a resort that combines comfort, amazing views, great amenities, and unbeatable proximity to the parks, this is the one. We’d happily stay here again on our next trip and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Walt Disney World!
Thank you to the entire team at the Dolphin for making our vacation so special! ✨
