Is Swan and Dolphin considered a Disney resort?

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”)



The Walt Disney World Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve occupy a unique "middle ground" in 2026. While they are located on Disney property and are officially "Disney Area Hotels," they are owned and operated by Marriott, not Disney. This means they are not part of the "Disney Resorts Collection." However, they receive almost all the same perks as Disney-owned Deluxe resorts, including Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Hours. They also allow guests to book Lightning Lane passes 7 days in advance, just like Disney hotel guests. The key differences are that you can use Marriott Bonvoy points to book them, and they do not participate in the "Free Water Park on Arrival Day" benefit introduced in 2025/2026. Additionally, they use Mears/Marriott buses rather than the standard Disney bus fleet for transport to some parks.

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The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin are Deluxe Disney Resorts managed by Marriott. Our guests enjoy Onsite Disney Resort benefits; in addition, Bonvoy Rewards members can take advantage of an array of program benefits, including earning Marriott Bonvoy points with each stay.

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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.

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If you make the reservation through the Swan & Dolphin website, you'll need to link it yourself using your confirmation number. However, Disney has made that process very easy: your Swan, Dolphin, or Swan Reserve reservation confirmation number can be entered directly into MDE to link your reservation.

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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?)

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While the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels are considered Walt Disney World Resorts, they are not owned and operated by Disney. These hotels are owned by Tishman Realty & Construction Corporation and MetLife and are managed by Marriott International, Inc.

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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.

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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.


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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.

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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.

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

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Walt Disney World Dolphin offers a bit more in savings when compared with the Swan, perhaps because of its larger size and many on-site activities. For some people, this can be a benefit, but if you're looking to relax, the more expensive Swan offers more peace and quiet.

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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.

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Daily $40 resort service package fee (+ tax) includes daily benefits for two guests: In-room wireless internet.

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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 .

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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.

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The Cove construction at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin - February 2020. Today we have a quick look at building'The Cove,' the new tower coming to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. The new hotel is being built on the site of the former tennis courts adjacent to the Fantasia mini golf course.

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Featuring 23 restaurants and lounges, the resort offers something for everyone, from the most passionate foodie, to those seeking a quick, yet satisfying meal. Every palate can be satisfied whether served in richly appointed settings or outdoor and casual poolside.

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The Cove construction at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin - February 2020. Today we have a quick look at building'The Cove,' the new tower coming to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. The new hotel is being built on the site of the former tennis courts adjacent to the Fantasia mini golf course.

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