Walt Disney World Dolphin

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Lobby
Private beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Property amenity

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830
  • Place, Walt Disney World® Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Disney's Hollywood Studios®
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Epcot®
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(503 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(176 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Park View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(134 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Resort View (Balcony)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(103 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Park View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View (Balcony)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Walt Disney World Dolphin

Spend the day catching some rays at Walt Disney World Dolphin's private white sand beach, relaxing by one of the hotel's 3 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa. Housekeeping is available on request.
Walt Disney World Dolphin offers 1509 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A private beach and a 24-hour health club are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a steam room, and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Mandara Spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Walt Disney World Dolphin's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention center, and just a quick walk from Walt Disney World® Resort. Features include free WiFi in public areas and a free theme park shuttle, plus 3 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, 2 poolside bars, and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking, self parking, and RV/bus/truck parking available for a fee
  • Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to body scrubs, hot stone massages, or aromatherapy at Mandara Spa
  • Services include a kid's club, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes a private beach, a 24-hour gym, and a steam room
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • 7 minutes by car from Disney Springs™ and 7 minutes from Epcot®
  • Free theme park shuttle service
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. At Walt Disney World Dolphin you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a 24-hour health club, and a steam room. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Lake Buena Vista hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Fuel - This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Rosa Mexicano - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open select days.
Fountain - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open select days.
Bourbon Steak - This steakhouse specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Open select days.
Bluezoo - This seafood restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only. Open select days.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (USD 42.60 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 64.97 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bluezoo
  • Bourbon Steak
  • Fountain
  • Fuel
  • Rosa Mexicano

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour health club
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Karaoke
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 306,979 square feet of conference space
  • 61 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lift (203 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 27 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 39.38 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 56.25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 29.99 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 42.60 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 64.97 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 39.38 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dolphin Hotel
Dolphin Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World Dolphin
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort
Dolphin Resort
Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort Lake Buena Vista
Walt Disney World Dolphin Lake Buena Vista
Walt Disney World Dolphin Bue
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
Walt Disney World Dolphin Lake Buena Vista
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel Lake Buena Vista

Walt Disney World Dolphin Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3003 out of 4342 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 179 out of 4342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 154 out of 4342 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roseann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jayme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place, third time with kids in past year.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every aspect of my stay was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neveen

Clean and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with reasonable prices and Disney proximity
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

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We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice Place Highly Recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is nice and the shuttle bus is very convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, food options were great, loved access to Epcot!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were very clean, the staff was wonderful and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

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Clean, friendly staff,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great from checkin to checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

leidys

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Amazong resort recommended %100
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Great staff! Clean and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay as always love the vicinity to Epcot and the Boardwalk! Best value in Disney!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katiuska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was prestigiously clean and very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great amenties…nothing beats being able to walk to Disney!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, very friendly staff and close to Hollywood studios park. Food a little expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

dora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Comfortable rooms and excellent restaurants in the complex. Excellent choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026