What does the resort fee include at Dolphin Hotel?

Resort Fee Unlimited access to the resort's health club facilities including 24 hour access to Dolphin Health Club. Unlimited domestic, long distance, and local calls. 2 bottles of water refreshed daily. In-room enhanced high speed wireless internet access.



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Daily $40 resort service package fee (+ tax) includes daily benefits for two guests: In-room wireless internet. Loyalty Program guests receive enhanced speed in-room wireless internet. Loyalty Program Silver Status and above guests receive a Daily Pass to Mandara Spa for use of changing rooms and Spa Relaxation areas.

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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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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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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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You cannot simply refuse to pay resort fees, but — just as some hotel employees are occasionally empowered to compensate you — the employee might have authority to remove your resort fee. Just understand that this is the exception, not the norm. And while it doesn't hurt to ask, it helps to ask nicely.

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You can also talk with the hotel manager and ask to have the resort fee removed from your bill. Your final option is to dispute the resort fee with your credit card company, provided you have paid your hotel bill with a credit card.

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The expenses covered in a resort fee can vary from hotel to hotel, as each property has the ability to choose what's covered by the charge. While resort fees may include certain hotel services, amenities, and access to different areas, they do not include tips or gratuity for hotel staff.

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The American Hotel and Lodging Association said that resort fees pay for a range of hotel amenities, such as pool use, gym access, towel services, Wi-Fi, newspapers, shuttle service, daily parking. They state that the resort fee is a payment for a group of services.

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Couples looking for less activity may prefer the Swan, while families will appreciate the variety of dining and pool options — including water slides and waterfalls — that come with a Dolphin stay. Despite fewer resort facilities at the Swan, stays there will often cost more than those at the Dolphin.

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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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The majority of resort fees cover perks like free internet services, gym entry and access to the resort pool if there is one.

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Resort fees are generally not refundable, though there may be some exceptions depending on the resort. It is essential to check with the resort directly to find out their refund policy. Most resorts do not offer refunds for their resort fees, but there may be some exceptions depending on the particular hotel.

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The fee was a way for hotels to pay for all these extra amenities without having to add to the base prices consumers see when they search for hotels. In other words, hotels would appear cheaper in internet searches, making them appear more competitive in price while offering a more robust experience once guests arrive.

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The fees are for things like the cost of using a pool, fitness center, or other services and amenities. But if they're not properly disclosed, you have the right to fight the charge, according to Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody.

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  1. 5 Ways to Avoid Paying for Resort Fees in Las Vegas. Las Vegas Marriott. ...
  2. Find a Hotel That Doesn't Charge Resort Fees. While many larger resorts and casinos charge fees, you can still find several that don't. ...
  3. Book Your Room Using Points. ...
  4. Use Your Elite Status. ...
  5. Use Travel Statement Credits. ...
  6. Ask the Hotel to Waive the Fee.


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Yes. Dolphin rooms no longer have a mini-bar; they include a small refrigerator at no extra charge. In addition, the hotel offers a service called Personal Pantry, which allows you to order snacks and beverages and have them delivered to your room's mini-refrigerator.

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Standard theme park parking is included for registered Guests of the Swan and Dolphin resort. Guests can also choose to enjoy preferred parking by paying the difference in cost between their included standard parking and preferred parking (difference is currently $20-$25 per day*).

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