The **New** Swan and Dolphin Resort thread ~ September 2010 ~ Please read post #1

[Dan Murphy]

I just called the S/D. They have handicapped parking area in the main, regular parking lots, presumably the closest to the hotels. If those spaces are full, you can use the valet parking area at the regular parking rate, but still self parking. So, there is not discounted valet parking for handicap use. CM I talked to said they do monitor parking in both handicapped and valet area for violations.

If multiple drivers, one or more not handicapped, I think best bet would be to drop off handicapped person and ECV at hotel doors, and then drop off car in lot.

 

[DisneyFanatik]

I just called the S/D. They have handicapped parking area in the main, regular parking lots, presumably the closest to the hotels. If those spaces are full, you can use the valet parking area at the regular parking rate, but still self parking. So, there is not discounted valet parking for handicap use. CM I talked to said they do monitor parking in both handicapped and valet area for violations.

If multiple drivers, one or more not handicapped, I think best bet would be to drop off handicapped person and ECV at hotel doors, and then drop off car in lot.

So you can park in the valet area if you are handicapped and the regular handicapped spots are all taken? That is really good to know!

 

[Dan Murphy]

So you can park in the valet area if you are handicapped and the regular handicapped spots are all taken? That is really good to know!

Yes, according to the guest services there. I am sure you would need some sort of handicap plate, tag or something to identify the car as such. If a rental, I suppose a word to the parking attendant as well as the valet desk.

 

[kentburns]

Thanks for the info. I am a SPG member, but haven't used it for years. I'll be sure to bring it with me. I'll at least ask for a West wing area hopefully avoiding the garbage facing area

 

[lovingthemouse]

Hi Dan - thanks for all this extra info - my friend is in need of a handicapped spot, and Rog had always used valet in the past, I did not know the answer to this one. I can't wait to get back to the Dolphin. Once again, I'll miss seeing you. We will reconnect one of these times.

 

[blondietink]

So you can park in the valet area if you are handicapped and the regular handicapped spots are all taken? That is really good to know!

When we were at the Swan in August, and the hotel was 100% full, we had no problem finding handicapped spaces in the regular parking lot. They were in the shade, too. Maybe it was just good luck, but we had no problem.

 

[LexiC123]

Came across two new promotions yesterday...might be helpful to people traveling in April, May and June.

From the Recipe Club:
The annual celebration of all-things-Star Wars at Walt Disney World® Resort.

The event will take place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from May 20-June 12 at Disney's Hollywood Studios™ theme park right across the street from the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort!

Book your room at our resort with rates starting as low as $149 and stay within walking distance to all the excitement!

For reservations, please
call 1-888-828-8850
and ask for rate code: C-3PO

(Offer subject to availability).

AND

From the Special Offers page on the S/D website:
Book by April 4 for Rates from $159

With our limited time offer, you can enjoy more vacation for less at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. Rooms are limited and rates won't last long.

* Rates from $159 per night
* Available for stays any day of the week, April 1 through May 30, 2011
* Travel Tip: Save on upgraded resort view rooms!

Book online, or call 888-828-8850 and reference rate plan CCCLTO.

Rates are pre-paid, non-refundable and subject to availability. Blackout dates apply.

 

[crostorfer]

Can anyone tell me if the Swan/Dolphin hands out the birthday and 1st visit pins like the other resort hotels do?

 

[lovingthemouse]

Lexie - a million thanks - called tonight and changed my current rate to the $149 C3PO rate you mentioned. I really appreciate your post!!!!!.

 

[LexiC123]

Can anyone tell me if the Swan/Dolphin hands out the birthday and 1st visit pins like the other resort hotels do?

Not that I'm aware of. I don't recall seeing anyone receive them at check-in on any of my previous trips. Then again, I never inquired about them.

Lexie - a million thanks - called tonight and changed my current rate to the $149 C3PO rate you mentioned. I really appreciate your post!!!!!.

Yay...that's terrific! I'm so glad someone was able to take advantage of it.

 

[Tess]

Can anyone tell me if the Swan/Dolphin hands out the birthday and 1st visit pins like the other resort hotels do?

You can always get the buttons at Guest Relations at any park, if they are still being offered when you visit.

 

[jnfr2424]

Can anyone tell me if the Swan/Dolphin hands out the birthday and 1st visit pins like the other resort hotels do?

No they do not as they are not Disney owned hotels
They are Starwood hotels on Disney property

 

[Ramsfan28]

No they do not as they are not Disney owned hotels
They are Starwood hotels on Disney property

I was able to get a birthday button at the Diseny ticket desk in the Swan lobby.

 

[PolyAddict]

Does anyone know if the Swan charges your card for the room at check-in like a wdw room only reservation or like a regular hotel that would charge the day of check out?

thanks so much.

 

[Dan Murphy]

One day deposit, then check out.

 

[PolyAddict]

One day deposit, then check out.

Thanks Dan-I was thinking that's how it was done back during our 2008 stay but wanted to be sure. Is parking still $10 a day?

 

[NancyIL]

Is parking still $10 a day?

$12 for day guests, and I think $11 + tax/night for resort guests

 

[AggieTexan]

I plan to purchase my park tickets in advance of my trip. Can those be added to my Dolphin room card when I arrive, or will I need to carry tickets separately since we're not staying in one of the Disney-owned hotels? Thanks!

 

[Ramsfan28]

I plan to purchase my park tickets in advance of my trip. Can those be added to my Dolphin room card when I arrive, or will I need to carry tickets separately since we're not staying in one of the Disney-owned hotels? Thanks!

No, they are separate from your room card.

 

[Dan Murphy]

A bit additional on parking, item #5.....

http://www.swandolphin.com/feedback/transportation.html