What is the resort fee at the Swan?

Resort fee: $40.00 per room, nightly The resort fee includes: Fitness center access. Fitness/yoga classes. Health club access.



As of 2026, the Walt Disney World Swan Resort (part of the Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve complex) charges a mandatory daily resort fee of approximately $45 per night, plus tax. This fee is separate from the base room rate and covers several amenities designed to enhance the guest experience. Included in this fee is high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the resort, unlimited local and long-distance phone calls, and access to the resort’s health clubs. Guests also receive daily paddleboat rentals on Crescent Lake, specialized fitness classes (such as poolside yoga), and nightly "S’mores on the Beach." It is important to factor this fee into your total travel budget, as it is applied to every night of your stay regardless of whether you utilize all the specific amenities offered.

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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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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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The majority of resort fees cover perks like free internet services, gym entry and access to the resort pool if there is one. The reason travelers find these fees so frustrating is because they cover perks that should be included in the nightly rate of the hotel.

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Of course, we're talking about resort fees—those universally hated fees that hotels and resorts charge in destinations like Hawaii and Las Vegas. Resort fees are usually charged to cover amenities like Wi-Fi and gym access, but they're not optional.

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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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A third resort, The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, opened in 2021. The Swan and Dolphin are considered “Deluxe” resorts at Disney World, meaning they have amenities in common with the other Disney-owned Deluxe resorts.

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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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A resort fee, also called a facility fee, a destination fee, an amenity fee, an urban fee, or a resort charge, or a hidden hotel booking fee is an additional fee that a guest is charged by an accommodation provider, usually calculated on a per day basis, in addition to a base room rate.

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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 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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Yes, you can often negotiate hotel prices. Directly call the hotel for potentially lower rates, ask about any discounts or package deals, be flexible with dates or room type, negotiate for longer stays, and ask if they can match lower prices found elsewhere. Always be polite and patient during negotiations.

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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.

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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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