What is the difference between the Swan Hotel and the Dolphin?


What is the difference between the Swan Hotel and the Dolphin? Compared with the Dolphin, the Swan has a more upscale, adult-oriented vibe. It's also smaller, with about half as many rooms, making it easier to navigate. For some families, this can be important. All Swan double-bed rooms come with two queen beds, while the Dolphin provides full mattresses.


Does the Swan count as a Disney hotel?

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is designated as part of the collection of Walt Disney World? Resorts (see ?Walt Disney World? Resort Benefits?)


Does Swan and Dolphin have skyliner?

Even though Disney doesn't consider Disney's Boardwalk, Yacht Club, Beach Club, and even the Swan and Dolphin as Skyliner Resorts, they might as well be. One of the perks of these resorts is their walking distance to International Gateway where the EPCOT Skyliner station just happens to be located.


Do Disney Swan or Dolphin have suites?

The Versatile, Oversized Alternative. Executive Suites, located at the Walt Disney World Swan, provide a spacious alternative to a standard guestroom, with comfortable bedding and a distinct living area, perfect for work or family gatherings.


Why is the Dolphin Hotel not a Dolphin?

The statues on top of the Dolphin hotel are not mammalian dolphins, but a stylized version of a nautical dolphin, a common symbol used on old world nautical maps. The design of the creatures is based on Triton Fountain in Rome.


What perks do Swan and Dolphin get?

Guests of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin enjoy many unique and special Disney benefits.
  • Complimentary Scheduled Transportation. ...
  • On-Site and Online Disney Tickets. ...
  • Advance Tee Times. ...
  • Complimentary parking at Disney theme parks. ...
  • Disney Planning Center. ...
  • Extra Magic Hours Benefit. ...
  • FastPass+ ...
  • Character Dining.


Can you see Disney fireworks from Swan and Dolphin?

Can you see fireworks from the Swan and Dolphin? Yes. The hotels are located about midway between EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. All three hotels offer at least a few rooms with views of fireworks.


Can Swan guests use Dolphin pool?

Yes the pool is shared between the dolphin and swan resorts.


Does the Swan and Dolphin have rooms for 5 people?

Swan Hotel: King or two Queen beds. Parties of 5 can be accommodated in a guestroom. There is a charge of $25.00 plus tax per extra adult for the 3rd and 4th adults in a room. Rollaway beds are $25 per night plus tax.


Can you get Mickey waffles at Swan and Dolphin?

This is a quick-service restaurant, so if you want to grab coffee and breakfast on the way to your resort, we think this is a great choice. And the Mickey Waffles are such a staple!


Can you walk from Swan and Dolphin to Boardwalk?

From the SWAN to the BOARDWALK is approximately . 4 miles. To the DOLPHIN Resort: There are paved, lighted walkways. From the SWAN to the DOLPHIN is approximately .


Is it worth it to stay at Swan and Dolphin?

I love staying at the Swan and Dolphin. My recent stay with my family of three ended up costing about $300 a night, but it was well worth the money. Overall, the location, amenities, and Marriott benefits make the Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve hotels some of my favorites at Disney World.


Does the Swan and Dolphin have complimentary breakfast?

No - although you do get the standard coffeemaker and mini-fridge in your room so you can DIY it. Swan and Dolphin do offer one amenity the Disney hotels don't, though: free bottled water in your room, which they'll replenish daily.


Can you walk from Swan and Dolphin to Epcot?

Epcot®: Walking: When exiting behind the Swan resort, bear to your right and walk to Disney's BoardWalk Resorts. Walk on the boardwalk until it ends and bear to the right until you reach Epcot. Walking time is approximately 10-15 minutes.


How long does it take to get from Swan and Dolphin to Magic Kingdom?

It's only about a 10-minute walk. Now, shuttle buses arrive at the main entrance of the Walt Disney World Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve Hotels approximately every 20-25 minutes to Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Magic Kingdom Park, and Disney Springs.


Do Swan and Dolphin guests get extra magic hours?

Walt Disney World Resort has re-branded Extra Magic Hours. They are now known as Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Theme Park Hours. Guests of Walt Disney World Dolphin, Swan, and Swan Reserve hotels are invited to participate in Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Theme Park Hours.