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Resort Details

Dining
OnSite Dining
  • Amare
    Amare, which means “to love”, is a casual upscale venue inspired by the tastes and cultures of the Mediterranean region.
  • BLUEZOO LOUNGE
    Experience the resurgence of handmade classic cocktails, along with the area’s finest champagnes, wines, and cordials in our chic lounge. Light menu offered.  Open evenings.

  • CABANA BAR AND BEACH CLUB
    Enjoy a sophisticated variety of appetizers, salads, gourmet flat breads and other entrees at this chic restaurant and bar, located just steps from the Dolphin lap pool. Transition into evening with signature cocktails and frozen drinks at our illuminated bar. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations are not necessary.

  • CHILL
    Enjoy a refreshing selection of unique frozen libations, chilled beverages including beer and wine, and a selection of tasty sandwiches and snacks. Family friendly options available.

  • FRESH - MEDITERRANEAN MARKET
    Healthy, Sustainable, Organic. Fresh! At Fresh Mediterranean Market we have gone to great lengths in an effort to provide you with some of the finest, most wholesome, local products available. We are honored to have the opportunity to present to you ingredients from local artisans and craftsmen. We take a healthy, less is more approach. The less we tinker with their products, the more you will enjoy them.

  • FUEL
    Fuel offers guests a convenient way to energize during the day, whether it's filled with business meetings or exploring the theme parks. Our baristas can create your favorite caffeinated concoctions to carry you through the day. 

  • Grounds
    The resort’s grab-and-go, Grounds, features craft coffee, 
    sandwiches, pastries and more.
  • KIMONOS LOUNGE
    The perfect mixture of fun and flavor! Enjoy nightly karaoke and one of our unique cocktail creations. Open evenings.

  • PHINS
    Phins is a contemporary lounge where guests can enjoy sipping on custom-crafted cocktails, a glass of vintage wine, or even a frosty mug of our very own Phins and Feathers beer, all under the sophisticated ambiance of a spectacular custom-made crystal chandelier. 
  • PICABU
    A curious gallery of evocative food and art, Picabu was created to delight both kids and the young at heart. The always-open adventure eatery serves up an affordable and unique dining option for the entire family in a buffet/cafeteria setting. The centerpiece is Picabu, a delightful and adventurous wood-carved and brightly painted animated character who diners will find behind every corner in this unforgettable dining experience.

  • Rosa Mexicano
    A fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine, serving both beloved 
    classics and sophisticated dishes in a stylish and festive atmosphere.
  • SHULA'S LOUNGE
    A cozy atmosphere with leather chairs, plenty of sports channels to choose from, and a selection of fine beer, wine, and after-dinner drinks. Open evenings.

  • SHULA'S STEAK HOUSE
    In order to be the best, Don Shula followed the same principles that made him the winningest coach in football history - select the best talent available and give them the resources they need to succeed. In the restaurant business, that meant serving Premium Black Angus Beef® steaks, the best beef money can buy and providing our restaurant team with the best training. In terms of our restaurant team, he ran it like a sports team. In sports, one's performance is based on results - either you win or lose. The same is true for our restaurant team. Our managers are called Head Coaches and they have the authority to manage the team as they see fit to ensure repeated winning seasons.

  • Splash Pool Bar & Grill
    Enjoy contemporary lunch fare poolside. Salads, burgers, fish tacos, and a refreshing selection of your favorite libations.
  • SPLASH POOL BAR AND GRILL
    Poolside outdoor seating with table service just steps from our white sand beach and the Splash Pool Bar and Grill. Enjoy contemporary lunch fare that includes custom made salads, burgers, fish tacos, and a refreshing selection of your favorite frozen libations or classic cocktails. Beer and wine is also available. Open seasonally.
    Poolside outdoor seating with table service just steps from our white sand beach and the Splash Pool Bar and Grill. Enjoy contemporary lunch fare that includes custom made salads, burgers, fish tacos, and a refreshing selection of your favorite frozen libations or classic cocktails. Beer and wine is also available. Open seasonally.

  • Stir
    Stir offers an airy, tropical feel in the lobby and serves specialty 
    cocktails and light bites.
  • Tangerine
    Tangerine offers guests the opportunity to enjoy signature drinks 
    poolside along with casual fare.
  • THE FOUNTAIN - EATS AND SWEETS
    Crisp salads, custom grilled burgers, and a mouth-watering array of sandwiches and desserts. Treat yourself to homemade or soft serve ice cream, malts and shakes from our open ice-cream counter. Open for lunch and dinner. Reservations are not necessary.

  • Todd English’s bluezoo Lounge
    Experience the resurgence of handmade cocktails in an energetic 
    and chic setting.
  • TODD ENGLISH'S BLUEZOO
    Renowned for his unique style and ability to entertain, Celebrity Chef Todd English combines the freshest seafood with coastal cuisines from around the world in a setting you won't forget in Todd English's bluezoo.

  • Various Lounges/Bars
    Il Mulino Lounge - Hip, comfortable surroundings serving classic cocktails, wines from Italy and beyond as well as light menu offerings. Open evenings.

    Kimono’s Lounge – The perfect mixture of fun and flavor! Enjoy nightly karaoke and one of our unique cocktail creations. Open evenings.
  • Various Restaurants
    Il Mulino New York Trattoria - Traditional Italian cuisine from the Abruzzi region of Italy, served in a dynamic rustic trattoria. Features a diverse offering of exciting and bountifully presented dishes, prepared from original reicipes. Open for dinner.

    Kimonos – Experience the art of sushi, karaoke, and an intimate atmosphere in our authentic Japanese sushi restaurant. Open for dinner.

    Garden Grove - Guests will feel as if they have been transported to the tranquil gardens of Central Park after stepping into the Garden Grove restaurant. The centerpiece of this unique restaurant is a beautiful 25-foot oak tree, adorned with twinkling lights and paper lanterns, a true spectacle for diners. During the
    day, families can feast in the park-like atmosphere while bright sunlight from the restaurant's tall windows illuminates the room. The young at heart will also enjoy Disney character dining at breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays. Garden Grove is open for breakfast and lunch daily.

    Splash Terrace - Lunch and snacks, just steps from the pool and white sand beach. Outdoor seating with table service. Open seasonally for lunch and snacks.

    Splash Grill – Lunch, snacks, ice cream and pizza, just steps from the pool and white sand beach. Self-service restaurant with indoor seating. Open seasonally for lunch and snacks.

    Java Bar - Enjoy a variety of coffees, such as espresso and cappuccino, as well as other popular beverages, and freshly prepared pastries in a relaxed and inviting setting. Located near the back entrance of the Swan. Open mornings.

Guest Reviews

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_3.5 1967 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    We enjoyed our stay!

    We stayed here for three nights after getting a deal. We tried to extend one more night but it would have been twice what our deal was. We usually stay at the Hilton Lake Buena Vista Spa near disney springs so booked our final night there. When I booked the dolphin, I read some reviews about moldy smell in the rooms so I upgraded (for $50.00 a night) to a balcony and our room smelled fine. The grounds are beautiful and well kept, the pools were nice and they have awesome restaurants to choose from. They are pricey (you are at Disney, they are all pricey) but the service and food were top notch! We had some great breakfast and an awesome meal at the Blue Zoo. The people were also very nice and helpful. I will say, our room at the Hilton was bigger and nicer for 1/2 the price but we enjoyed our time here and would stay again.

    Apr 30, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Another great time at the Dolphin

    I recently stayed here for one night with my 80 years old parents. We had two rooms and they were able to put us all on the same floor. I had contacted them before our visit to request that my parents could get an early check in (so that they could take a rest bit from Epcot) and they were able to accommodate us. Diego at the front desk was fabulous and a pleasure to talk to. While we were not able to take advantage of their wonderful restaurants and pools, we did enjoy the comfortable beds and perks for being on property. We’ve stayed at this hotel many times over the years and if you can get a deal, it’s a great place. Our only issues were my parents has a handicap assessable room but were disappointed in the low toilet seat and non existent water pressure in the sink and shower. Also, their parking lot is being refurbished and they wanted us to park at the Swan but my dad did valet since they have handicap parking and this cost $51 for one night. Parking should be included. Other than that, we had no complaints. The rooms were comfy and clean and the access to the parks is a plus. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.

    Apr 23, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Still the one for me!

    I have been going here for years. It is one of my very favorites. You get the early entry and extra hours of the luxury Disney hotels and can walk to Epcot. The beds were comfy, the grounds are gorgeous, and the air conditioning is nice and cold. The s‘mores are so fun!

    Apr 19, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Way over priced for it to be a premium resort.

    We stayed at the Dolphin on March 28th, Was miss lead about the beds. Thought i was getting queen beds only to find out this resort doesnt offer queen beds at all. Bathrooms were the size of a 1 star resort. Bellhops were terrible, management didnot help at all. Waited an hour and a half to get my suit cases to be picked up from our room to leave. Will never stay here again.

    Apr 05, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 3.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Ripoff

    Very disappointing. Paid for a deluxe resort view room and was put into a room that had a view of a palm tree, literally the top of a palm tree. When the gentleman tried to change our room he was told it was assigned to a family, we were told you could reserve specific room. ! Don’t bother paying more you might not get it and stuck with a bigger bill. Also no self parking available so had to pay more for each night for valet. Ripoff!

    Apr 05, 2025

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