Walt Disney World Swan Resort
Beautiful, lush and well-groomed, the Walt Disney World Swan Hotel was built on Crescent Lake along with many other Disney World Deluxe Resorts like; Disney Beach Club Resort, Disney Yacht Club Resort and the Disney Boardwalk Inn. As you look out across Cresent Lake from the Disney World Swam Resort, you will also see her sister hotel, the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel. Walking along the path that connects the Dolphin and the Swan Resort, you will notice a dock on one side giving your family access to the Disney Water Taxi system. This water taxi is used to get guests to and from the Disney Epcot, Hollywood Studios Theme Park, and the other Disney World Deluxe Resorts surrounding Crescent Lake. Even though the Walt Disney World Swan Resort is not managed by Disney, it still comes with most of the conveniences and perks that you would find at any of the Disney World Resorts.
Rooms with a view
The rooms and suites at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort are very elegant and clean with a flat-screen TV and Wi-Fi Internet Access included with the resort fees. Book a room on one of the highest floors and have some of the best views around. Out of your window, you can see the Dolphin Resort and watch as the Water Taxi goes by carrying passengers to Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Book a standard room or suite at the Swan Resort. The Deluxe suite gives you more space with a separate sitting area and plenty of views through the many windows.
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Walt Disney World Swan Resort Reviews
Pros:
What a great location. The Disney World Swan Resort is right in the middle between Hollywood Studios and Epcot, not to mention you are within walking distance of the Disney Beach and Yacht Club. The Resort itself is very clean and the rooms are very nice. Ask for a room on an upper floor to get the best views. Transportation is fantastic since Disney Transportation will take you to any of the Disney Parks. The water taxi will take you to Epcot or Hollywood Studios.
Cons:
While we liked the staff at the Swan Resort, the additional fees are hard to swallow. Parking on top of the Resort Fee plus very expensive meals adds up to a much more expensive stay than the original price tag suggests. The pools are nice but were not as warm as we thought they would be.
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Perks of being near other Disney World Resorts
Did you know that the Disney World Swan Resort is close to three (3) major Deluxe Disney properties? If you decide that you would like to walk to Epcot one morning, you will be able to walk right along the boardwalk where the Boardwalk Inn is located. This is a fascinating place to visit and you might actually want to take part of your day just to look around. In the evening, you will see performers on the Boardwalk entertaining anyone who passes by. All of the entertainment is free and is a joy to watch. On the other side of the lake you can also walk by the Yacht Club and the Beach Club.
Fun Things to Do
On top of taking your day by one of the five (5) outdoor heated pools with an 80-foot water slide, there is so much more to do. Walk along the white sand beach, play some beach volleyball or let your kids play on the playground for a while.
Pets
The Disney World Swan Resort does not allow pets but, if you are interested in bringing your pet, check out the Disney Yacht Club Resort next door. Take a look at all of the Pet Friendly Hotels in Disney World if you are interested in bringing your pet with you. Service animals are welcome.
Resort Fees
Yes, there is an additional daily fee for your Resort fee at the Disney Swan Resort. The Resort fee covers pool access, health club, fitness center, and limited Internet access.
Parking
Self-Parking and Valet are both available but cost an additional nightly fee.
Fitness Center
The Fitness Center has enough workout machines and free weights to keep you going for your whole trip.
Spa Treatments
There is Spa with Massage and Salon services at the Walt Disney World Dolphin.
Dining
There are also a total of 17 restaurants and lounges between the 2 properties which will give you a broad array of dining experiences without having to leave the resort area.
