Walt Disney World Swan

Walt Disney World, Orlando

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The hotel

Next to the Walt Disney World Dolphin, you’ll be wowed by what’s on offer across these two resorts. With 18 places to eat and drink, a spa, plus 5 pools, there’s loads of room for some well-deserved R&R. When it comes to fun-filled adventure, you’re just a short stroll from Disney’s Boardwalk, and not far from Epcot. There’s even a waterslide, a kids’ club, games on the beach and mini-golf nearby. There really is something for everyone here.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Car Included
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Free transport to theme parks
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service

Where is it

Ideally located in the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort. Adjacent to Epcot and within close proximity to Disney's Hollywood Studios. Transfer time from Orlando International Airport: approx 30 minutes.

Hotel information

2,270 guest rooms. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen HDTV, iPod/MP3 connections, tea/coffee making facilities, mini-fridge, safe, iron and board and hairdryer. Standard Rooms have views of the courtyard or lake, with 1 king-size bed, 2 queen-size beds or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. (5th person can be accommodated on a rollaway bed*).

Why is this a Virgin Holidays favourite?

Range of restaurants, offering fantastic dining options

Great for families, with Camp Dolphin supervised activity programme* (local charge)

Fantastic spa facilities with exclusive discounts for Virgin Holidays' guests

Exclusive Virgin Holidays benefits:

  • Receive a Lake View Room at the Dolphin or a Courtyard View Room at the Swan
  • Kids 9 years and under eat free at the following restaurants when accompanied by a full paying adult. Garden Grove which offers breakfast and lunch, Fresh which also offers breakfast and lunch, and The Fountain for dinner. Maximum 2 children per room, per paying adult. Restaurants and meal options are subject to change
  • Complimentary babysitting service for kids aged 5 -11 years whilst parents eat at either Shula's, Blue Zoo or Il Mulino. Maximum 2 hours
  • Receive 20% discount on any Mandara Spa treatment valued at $50 or more
  • Complimentary self-parking saving $28 per day
  • Any adult only booking will receive a $50 food coupon to dine at the resort (one per room, per stay)

Complimentary Disney transportation throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. Within walking distance of Disney's Boardwalk, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and to a private entrance at Epcot. Complimentary water taxi to Disney's Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Self-parking $29 plus tax, per night, and valet-parking £39 plus tax, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

18 restaurants and lounges across both Swan and Dolphin resorts: Fresh Mediterranean Market (open for breakfast and lunch). The Fountain (open for lunch and dinner). Garden Grove (open for breakfast and lunch; Disney character breakfast on Sat and Sun). Il Mulino New York Trattoria (Italian dining, open for dinner). Il Mulino Lounge. Kimonos (sushi, open for dinner). Kimonos Lounge. Splash Pool Bar & Grill (poolside dining). Java (open for breakfast; grab-and-go open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Picabu (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Shula's Steak House (open for dinner). Todd English's Bluezoo (seafood, open for dinner; lounge serving light bites and cocktails). Shula's Lounge. Phins (light bites and cocktails). Chill (frozen cocktails). Cabana Bar and Beach Club. 24-hour room service*.

5 swimming pools, including a 3-acre grotto pool with waterslide and waterfalls, 2 lap pools, a spring pool and a kids' pool. 4 whirlpools. Sandy beach. The Swan Health Club with fitness centre and yoga mats (on request). Mandara Spa*. Camp Dolphin* kids' club. Volleyball. Jogging trails. Kids' playground. Arcade*. Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf* (located nearby).

Complimentary WiFi. 24-hour ATM. Babysitting*. Laundry/dry cleaning facilities*. Merchandise delivery service from the park to your hotel. Complimentary parking at Disney Theme Parks with room key and ID.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

At the present time, Walt Disney World are conducting a phased reopening of their resort hotels. You can find out more information at Disney’s Know Before You Go site

Please note: Covid-19 information: Due to the current situation, some dining, amenities and other services listed may not be available. Please check with the hotel for more information.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: there may be a local charge for use of a roll-away bed for parties of 5 people or more sharing a room. This is subject to change and is charged by the hotel.

 

 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Horribly disappointed

Oct 22, 2021 Mshack Wheaton, Illinois

This is my 3rd time staying here. The first 2 times, we had a really good experience. Only hiccup during 2nd time was room keys (cards) kept deactivating for an unknown reason. Minor inconvenience. I am currently here for a long weekend with family. The first issue arose when I went to guest services to pick up park passes. Despite my Disney app… Read more
This is my 3rd time staying here. The first 2 times, we had a really good experience. Only hiccup during 2nd time was room keys (cards) kept deactivating for an unknown reason. Minor inconvenience. I am currently here for a long weekend with family. The first issue arose when I went to guest services to pick up park passes. Despite my Disney app reflecting the correct ticket assignments for my family, they were incorrect in Disney’s system. So that was a 20-minute wait to fix them. I also let guest services know that I paid for the Disney Genie/Lightning Line service (the new, monetized FastPass system), but that I was unable to make any ride reservations because it wouldn’t show up in the app. I asked her if any would still be available, and her response was “I don’t know, you can try.” Seriously? I paid 145 bucks and it was a technical glitch on their end. Fine, whatever. Then I tried to use the app to make Lightning Line reservations and was never able to do so. The app wouldn’t work. So, first day at Epcot a complete waste of time. Next, I used the restroom. Tired and flustered already from the tickets/Genie issue, I put my purse down on a shelf in the stall. Walked out of the bathroom, leaving it in the stall. Totally my fault, I own it. However, I realized within 10 minutes what I had done. I go back to the restroom, check every stall and garbage can, it was gone. I went to the front desk trying not to panic to let them know and ask for assistance from security. The front desk agent was clearly not concerned with my plight. His response? “Can you please put your mask on?” In my flustered state, I had forgotten to put my mask on. But, really, those are the first words out of your mouth? So, I put my mask on and tell him the circumstances. He calls security, then says “they don’t have it and nobody has turned it in here, sorry.” Mind you, there is a security camera RIGHT OUTSIDE of that bathroom. There was only one other person in the bathroom when I was in there. The bathroom is not in a high-traffic area. You can’t even check the camera? I went back about 2 hours later and still no help. The desk agent gave me a website that is literally called “ilostmystuff.com”. Thanks, that is helpful. I hope this experience is not indicative of an overall systemic shift in the hospitality industry. It used to be that guest concerns were deemed important and taken seriously. The only helpful person was the bellman who brought our bags up and offered to follow up with security. He at least asked me for a description of it and seemed genuinely concerned. Needless to say, I will NEVER stay here again. Between this experience and Disney jacking up their ticket prices, I’m a bit done. Disney’s level of service is nowhere near what it once was. Spend your money somewhere else. Read less
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Oct 17, 2021 Anne J Naples, Florida

Absolutely wonderful accommodations. Clise to Boardwalk and Epcot. Transportation to parks was close and convenient. Very easy to get your tickets and early admission right at the hotel. Dining was alright at the Swan but better dining was available at the Dolphin, which was right across the way. Staff was very courteous and prompt.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best Bartender

Oct 13, 2021 luv2wyne Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Weekend trip to celebrate a family member’s birthday and we had a great time! The room was clean and so was the entire hotel. The first morning I woke up late and had breakfast at the swan because the restaurants at the Dolphin were already closed for breakfast. The food was ok, except for the pancakes were not fully cooked. Fast forward to dinner… Read more
Weekend trip to celebrate a family member’s birthday and we had a great time! The room was clean and so was the entire hotel. The first morning I woke up late and had breakfast at the swan because the restaurants at the Dolphin were already closed for breakfast. The food was ok, except for the pancakes were not fully cooked. Fast forward to dinner at night. Good food on property at Dolphin and later we went to the bar. Cuddos to Dolphin for hiring Angel as their bartender. He is the best!!! If you owned a bar, you would definitely want him to run it!!! He is fun, easy going and not pushy, knowledgeable, and so personable that you wanted to keep drinking just to hang out with him! His drink suggestions based on the liquor I liked were great and mixed to perfection. Gimlets the first night because I like Gin and Sidecars the next night because I like cognac. He even managed to calmly convert a retired bartender on his version of a ole fashion. Thanks Angel! Another nice surprise at the Dolphin was the food at the pool. When you order food at a pool restaurant, you expect it to be meh… and subpar…. But you order anyway, because you are at the pool and hungry. Well the food at their pool restaurant was great!!! We each had something different and everything tasted good! I had the fish tacos and it was yummy! Stick with the waitress suggestion and have it blackened and you will not be disappointed! Overall a nice weekend and I would recommend it! Don’t forget to try the hot tub by the pool area! Super relaxing for your tired muscles! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not a “Disney resort”

Oct 9, 2021 loganza89 Port Saint Lucie, Florida

Paid the price of a moderate level Disney resort, and the resort was value resort level at most. Transportation to the parks was horrendous, and they are no longer using Disney bus transportation. We were dropped off next to a city bus at Disney Springs. We then had to walk 1.66 miles to get to where the Disney buses drop off. They do still… Read more
Paid the price of a moderate level Disney resort, and the resort was value resort level at most. Transportation to the parks was horrendous, and they are no longer using Disney bus transportation. We were dropped off next to a city bus at Disney Springs. We then had to walk 1.66 miles to get to where the Disney buses drop off. They do still utilize the friendship boats on crescent lake. Our stay was in October 2021, and the room tv still said that there was going to be something until spring of 2019 showing that it has not been updated for at least 3 years. The hotel was pretty, but there was still plenty of construction going on. If you want to be on Disney property, and don’t mind using your own transportation then this would be a fine stay. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The dolphin does bit disappoint!

Oct 8, 2021 brittogoesabroad

I was absolutely amazed at how the staff treated and interacted with their guests. I had the pleasure of meeting and checking- in with Carlos at the front desk. From the moment I stepped up to his counter, he showed compassion, knowledge, friendliness and charisma. He portrayed such a warm welcome that I truly felt right at home. The resort is… Read more
I was absolutely amazed at how the staff treated and interacted with their guests. I had the pleasure of meeting and checking- in with Carlos at the front desk. From the moment I stepped up to his counter, he showed compassion, knowledge, friendliness and charisma. He portrayed such a warm welcome that I truly felt right at home. The resort is clean, active and houses some fantastic restaurants. I will most certainly visit again! Read less