Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

Walt Disney World, Orlando

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The hotel

The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve is a modern, boutique property within the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin complex. Being a Disney Partner hotel, you'll receive some added benefits such as extra time in the parks and complimentary transportation throughout the resort. And with one and two bedroom suites, there's oodles of room for groups and families, plus floor-to-ceiling windows to grab the best views of the surrounding theme park land. You'll have your own restaurant, bar, swimming pool and health club, and what's more, you can take a short stroll over to the Swan and Dolphin hotels and use all the facilities on offer there too. And being just a quick walk or water taxi to Walt Disney World Resort itself, you can be on those adrenaline-fuelled rides before you know it.

Amenities

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Within The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin complex. Within walking distance of Disney's Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Transfer time from Orlando International Airport: approx 30 minutes.

Hotel information

349 rooms and suites acros 15 floors, all with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, LCD TV, floor-to-ceiling windows, bottled water (replenished daily), tea and coffee-making facilities, microwave, mini fridge, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and safe. 

One Bedroom Suites are 610sq ft, with separate living room featuring a sofa bed, and bedroom with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

Two Bedroom Suites are 930sq ft, featuring a separate living room with sofa bed, one bedroom with a king-size bed, and the other bedroom with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 6 adults and 4 children.

  • Stay before 31 Dec '26 to receive the following benefits: 

    - Complimentary self-parking, saving $36 per day

    - Kids 9 years and under eat free at selected restaurants when accompanied by a full paying adult (maximum 2 children per room, per paying adult. Restaurants and meal options are subject to change)

    - Receive $30 off any Mandara Spa treatment when spending $200 or more

  • Disney Benefits Included:

    - 7 Day advance reservations for Lightning Lane theme park ride reservation system (3 days for all other offsite hotels)

    - Complimentary transport to all Disney theme parks and Disney springs, includes water taxis

    - Early entry daily and extended Disney theme park hours up to 2 hours past closing on select evening

    - Complimentary self-parking at all four Disney theme parks 

    *Exclusive benefits subject to change.

Complimentary Disney transportation throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. Complimentary water taxi to Disney's Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Complimentary self-parking for Virgin Atlantic Holidays customers(saving $36 per day). Valet-parking $44 plus tax, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

23 restaurants and lounges across the Swan, Swan Reserve and Dolphin resorts: Rosa Mexicano (Mexican restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Amare (Mediterranean cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Tangerine (poolside drinks and casual fare). The Fountain (open for lunch and dinner). Fuel (grab and go items). Garden Grove (open for breakfast and lunch; Disney character breakfast on Sat and Sun). Grounds (craft coffee, sandwiches and pastries). Il Mulino New York Trattoria (Italian dining, open for dinner). Il Mulino Lounge. Stir (lobby lounge). Kimonos (sushi, open for dinner). Kimonos Lounge. Splash Pool Bar & Grill (poolside dining). Java (open for breakfast; grab-and-go open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Picabu (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Shula's Steak House (open for dinner). Todd English's Bluezoo (seafood, open for dinner) Todd English's Bluezoo Lounge (cocktails and light bites). Shula's Lounge. Phins (light bites and cocktails). Chill (frozen cocktails). Cabana Bar and Beach Club. In-room mobile dining available*. 

Swimming pool. 24-hour fitness centre. Jogging trails. Access to all facilities at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, including Mandara Spa, 5 additional swimming pools, kids club*, paddle boats, kids' playground, arcade*, volleyball and more. Fantasia Gardens mini golf* (located nearby).

Early Theme Park Entry (30 mins daily) and Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (on select evenings). Complimentary WiFi access. In-room mobile dining availble*. Laundry and dry-cleaning service*. Priority seating at Disney Restaurants.

The resort fee is included in the hotel cost for Virgin Atlantic Holidays guests.

Resort fee includes: - Complimentary daily swan paddleboat rentals - In-room wireless internet - Live instructor led fitness classes - Nightly movies and s'mores on the beach - Additional value add benefits including discounted spa treatments. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability. Please check with the hotel for the most up-to-date information.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: there may be a local charge for use of a roll-away bed for parties of 5 people or more sharing a room. This is subject to change and is charged by the hotel. 

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Mar 24, 2025 matthewbI1653VP Glen Head, New York

We spent a long weekend this past weekend for our daughters Sweet Sixteen at the Swan Reserve and not only did it meet but absolutely exceeed our expecations. From the cleanliness of the facilty to the world class service we received from Kerry D. and her Team made sure that our trip was essentially perfect and we can not wait to return. For the… Read more
We spent a long weekend this past weekend for our daughters Sweet Sixteen at the Swan Reserve and not only did it meet but absolutely exceeed our expecations. From the cleanliness of the facilty to the world class service we received from Kerry D. and her Team made sure that our trip was essentially perfect and we can not wait to return. For the location and amenities I would not hesitate to recommend this as one of the best options in the area. Read less
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Mar 17, 2025 Mallory R

Couldn’t say enough bad things about this place. Only stayed here because the swan and dolphin were booked up but I should’ve taken that as a sign to not come at all. The worst part about this property is the customer/guest service. They are rude, condescending, unhelpful, and give incorrect information that messed up my trip multiple times. They… Read more
Couldn’t say enough bad things about this place. Only stayed here because the swan and dolphin were booked up but I should’ve taken that as a sign to not come at all. The worst part about this property is the customer/guest service. They are rude, condescending, unhelpful, and give incorrect information that messed up my trip multiple times. They don’t even know when the buses to the parks leave! How ridiculous and incompetent!! The beds and pillows are like rocks and the rooms are only a slight cosmetic step above a Residence Inn (for you other Marriott folks) and the rooms overall are average at best. No good options for food, the cafe place is fine (and overpriced of course) and you’d be better walking to the swan or dolphin for dinner there, as that’s what I did. This is the second time I’ve stayed here and I can say for 100% certainty I will never stay at this hotel again. One of the worst hotel experiences I’ve ever had. Read less
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Mar 15, 2025 petekris96 Martinez, California

When we arrived at the Swan Reserve we all felt we were treated as a V.I.P. From the Valet, Bellman and Check-in Reception. Our room was spectacular. There was plenty of space for a family of 4. It was a beautiful room overlooking the pool area. We initially chose the Amere resturaunt in the hotel for convenience but, we immediately… Read more
When we arrived at the Swan Reserve we all felt we were treated as a V.I.P. From the Valet, Bellman and Check-in Reception. Our room was spectacular. There was plenty of space for a family of 4. It was a beautiful room overlooking the pool area. We initially chose the Amere resturaunt in the hotel for convenience but, we immediately realized this was something special. We had Kim as our server and what an impression she made on our family. She went above and beyond to make that first experience so special. The service she provided was beyond exceptional her suggested for entree’s for our special needs son was spot on. We felt she really cared that we should all have a great experience. Our entree’s were fabulous. This felt like a a 5 Star Michelin resturaunt. We ended up eating dinner here 4 of the 7 nights. We were also lucky enough to have Luis as well. He is just as fabulous as Kim. The other nights we ate in the bar. Where we had Tom as our server as well as Olivia. The service and the food in the bar were just as good. We were lucky enough to be invited to a special viewing of fireworks on the 15th Floor by Helen. We felt honored to be invited. It was so fun. Thank you for including us. We also enjoyed many breakfasts in Amare’s as well as the coffee shop. Laura was our main server for that. Once again she went above and beyond to make it special for us and making sure our special needs son was taking extra special care of. Our last night there Tom the bar tender alerted Kim that my son really enjoyed the pizza from the bar. We were so touched by this I nearly cried. Because, again they were sensitive to our son’s likes and needs. We will be forever grateful for the special treatment we received from your Amazing staff. Thank you. Thank you so much for making our trip so Wonderful. Read less
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Mar 1, 2025 Kaiser_D Houston, Texas

This may be one of my shortest reviews. The location was convenient to local airports, and a water taxi or shuttle (both complimentary) ride to the entire Disney Park system. We were able to easily walk to the Boardwalk area restaurants as well. Check in was a breeze. Ryan made sure to ask about preferences, and let us check in early. The room… Read more
This may be one of my shortest reviews. The location was convenient to local airports, and a water taxi or shuttle (both complimentary) ride to the entire Disney Park system. We were able to easily walk to the Boardwalk area restaurants as well. Check in was a breeze. Ryan made sure to ask about preferences, and let us check in early. The room was clean and bright. A fitting style for the Florida feeling. We experienced no problems during the stay. Everyone was actively helpful and friendly. The room was quiet and on the last day our group ate in the hotel’s restaurant. Quite good and reasonably priced. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else on a visit to Disney. Read less
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Feb 22, 2025 Rickylis

Paid almost $500 per night. Issue with TV remote which they use some kind of system that SUCK BIG time! Sometime it works sometime it doesn’t. Has been complaining for days. They sent a few engineer up here but never really fix the issue and claim that it’s fixed! How annoying is that! My advice, if you like to watch TV in your room, stay… Read more
Paid almost $500 per night. Issue with TV remote which they use some kind of system that SUCK BIG time! Sometime it works sometime it doesn’t. Has been complaining for days. They sent a few engineer up here but never really fix the issue and claim that it’s fixed! How annoying is that! My advice, if you like to watch TV in your room, stay somewhere else! Read less