The Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel is located between Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios right next to Disney’s BoardWalk Resort area. It is joined to its sister hotel the Walt Disney World Swan (designed by Michael Graves) through a walkway crossing a lagoon surrounded by palm trees. The opening of the Walt Disney World Dolphin was in June 1990. This resort hotel was also designed by Michael Graves. The Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel is an official property of Disney Resorts, but it is operated by Starwood Hotels and Resorts under the brand of Sheraton Hotels.
The Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel and the Swan Hotel have various similar features, but they possess some distinctive features too. The tall triangular tower of the Dolphin Hotel bisects the four 9-story side wings of the Swan with its 12-story rectangular mass. The Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel is the perfect gateway to the best known theme parks and attractions in the world. The location of this hotel is right in the heart of the resort – it is situated between Disney World, Epcot, MGM studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel is a 20-minute car ride away from Orlando’s international airport. Thus, it is quick and convenient to get there.
The guests of the Swan and Dolphin Disney hotels get the perk of enjoying the theme parks without the annoying crowds. Everyday one of the four theme parks opens 1 hr earlier and closes three hours later than usual for the their guests only. You will be able to get tickets to any of the theme parks form the lobby of the hotel if you are their guest. There are complimentary transportation services to the Disney parks as well. The shuttle will take you directly to Disney World, Epcot, MGM studios and Disney Animal Kingdom for free.
This resort hotel offers new luxurious room features like the heavenly bed. While staying at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel you will be able to enjoy the sandy beach, the five pools, and the spa, play tennis and work out in the two health clubs. There are altogether seventeen restaurants in the Disney World Dolphin and Swan resort hotels. Other amenities that you get at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel include a 24 hr convenience store, game rooms, concierge service, two business centers, a launderette, specialty shops and a kiosk where you can get a boarding pass to go back home.
Within close proximity to the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel and Swan Hotel, there are five championship golf courses and smaller walking courses with nine holes. These are some of the most challenging and renowned golf courses in all of Florida. If you stay at one of these hotels, you will have the option to set up advanced tee times.
The staff of the Dolphin Hotel is very dedicated, responsible, friendly and extremely professional. They will do their best to make your stay an unforgettable one. At the Dolphin Hotel you will feel like you are at home despite the fact that you are miles away. It is an excellent choice if you enjoy lavish hotel accommodations coupled with exceptional service. You will feel like a royalty when staying at this excellent resort.