Resort Thread Walt Disney World SWAN, DOLPHIN & SWAN RESERVE Resorts

[SteveH]

Updated photos for Bourbon Street at the Dolphin...
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I'm curious what it will really look like, thinking the Bourbon image is just an AI render.

 

[swummyh20]

Does anyone have any experience in riding out a hurricane at The Swan? I guess after being there during Milton, it’s a factor I’ll now consider. We were at AKL and felt very safe and well cared for—can the same be said at Swan? I totally and fully recognize and respect the effort it takes for cast members and employees to work these events, and I am well aware it’s hard to really plan ahead. Any thoughts? We are hard-stuck to our dates, last week of September, and now I’m overthinking (Milton…)

 

[SteveH]

@swummyh20 here is a search in this thread for the word hurricane, which may help. Also a member, Tess shared this post on her experience. All in all I think S&D does a good job during those challenges, they are well prepared.

 

[snoopy two]

So…no length of stay drink cup, correct? I do like having that at the Disney resorts. And, did I read something about grocery deliveries not allowed? Trying to figure out how to get my drinks.

 

[maxiesmom]

So…no length of stay drink cup, correct? I do like having that at the Disney resorts. And, did I read something about grocery deliveries not allowed? Trying to figure out how to get my drinks.

You can get groceries delivered. However they will not keep cold things cold for you--you will need to meet your grocery service.

 

[Karalee402]

Does anyone have any experience in riding out a hurricane at The Swan? I guess after being there during Milton, it’s a factor I’ll now consider. We were at AKL and felt very safe and well cared for—can the same be said at Swan? I totally and fully recognize and respect the effort it takes for cast members and employees to work these events, and I am well aware it’s hard to really plan ahead. Any thoughts? We are hard-stuck to our dates, last week of September, and now I’m overthinking (Milton…)

We were at The Dolphin and my in-laws were at The Swan during Hurricane Ian. I can't say enough about how incredibly well-prepared they were, how kind the cast members were (remember that their actual homes and lives are potentially being uprooted while they're trying to focus on keeping guests safe and happy), and how cared for we felt. They had games for the kids in the lobby and ran specials on food. It was an adventure, that's for sure, but we were nothing but impressed with the resort and with Disney, in general, for how well they handled the storm.

 

[swummyh20]

We were at The Dolphin and my in-laws were at The Swan during Hurricane Ian. I can't say enough about how incredibly well-prepared they were, how kind the cast members were (remember that their actual homes and lives are potentially being uprooted while they're trying to focus on keeping guests safe and happy), and how cared for we felt. They had games for the kids in the lobby and ran specials on food. It was an adventure, that's for sure, but we were nothing but impressed with the resort and with Disney, in general, for how well they handled the storm.

Thank you!!! This is very helpful.

 

[rangerxenos]

Thanks for the reminder to check rates, I just switched over to the Swan Reserve from the Dolphin for my December trip and saved over $300!

Wow, prices really do go up and down depending on the day, I just switched back to the Dolphin from Swan Reserve and saved another $100 for December!

 

[DisneyGamer11]

I assume the answer is yes but: Can I make 1 reservation with 2 rooms under the AP rate (under my name) since I'm the only AP in the party?

 

[jimr4]

Likely staying at the dolphin in a couple weeks for 5 nights. What's the breakfast situation like at the hotel? Is Fuel the best bet? I'll be with my 2 kids (9 and 11) and would like something quick before heading out to the parks. Just curious if it's a sh*tshow down there in the morning around 7:30am or so.

 

[Karalee402]

Likely staying at the dolphin in a couple weeks for 5 nights. What's the breakfast situation like at the hotel? Is Fuel the best bet? I'll be with my 2 kids (9 and 11) and would like something quick before heading out to the parks. Just curious if it's a sh*tshow down there in the morning around 7:30am or so.

We've done breakfast at Fuel a few times on our way to the parks. You can mobile order using the Swan/Dolphin app, and it'll be ready when you're walking out. It's definitely insane if you wait and order at counter, so I highly recommend using the app!