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

[disneyAndi14]

Wondering if Disney gift cards can be used at the Swan for room payment? I’m thinking no since the hotels are not Disney. Thanks

 

[Sandi]

Wondering if Disney gift cards can be used at the Swan for room payment? I’m thinking no since the hotels are not Disney. Thanks

No, you can't use the Disney GC for payments at the Swan.
You can use a Disney GC at the Disney owned store inside the Swan (I forgot what it is called).

 

[SteveH]

(I forgot what it is called).

I think it's just called the Disney Gift Shop now.

 

[backformore]

We are set to stay at the Swan in January. What is the best way to get to the hotel from the airport?
We used to call, I think it was Tony? but he has retired.

 

[gottalovepluto]

We are set to stay at the Swan in January. What is the best way to get to the hotel from the airport?
We used to call, I think it was Tony? but he has retired.

The transportation board has lots of car service reviews. I’ve been using gear fusion lately. Rideshare is probably cheapest but depends on your needs. Minnie Van is the fanciest but idk if their airport service includes Swolphin.

 

[backformore]

thanks for the response.
A question about going to Disney Springs . Does the bus from the Swan go to the same place as the buses to other disney hotels? I cant tell by the map and the info on the Swan website. Would it be better to take a bus from one of the other Epcot hotels?

 

[Dave006]

Does the bus from the Swan go to the same place as the buses to other disney hotels? I cant tell by the map and the info on the Swan website. Would it be better to take a bus from one of the other Epcot hotels?

No the Swan / Dolphin bus stop is not where the Disney resort buses stop. It is on the West side of DS by House of Blues, and Cirque du Soleil.

Dave

 

[Best Aunt]

We are set to stay at the Swan in January. What is the best way to get to the hotel from the airport?
We used to call, I think it was Tony? but he has retired.

I have been using Tiffany Towncar for years.

Some people use the Mears shuttle bus.

PP mentioned Gear Fusion; sometimes there is a discount code on the transportation board for this one.

PP also mentioned rideshare (Uber/Lyft).

Minnie Van service will be pricey, but it does go to the Swan: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/minnie-van-service/

 

[gottalovepluto]

Minnie Van service will be pricey, but it does go to the Swan: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/minnie-van-service/

Normal Minnie Van Service does. But idk if Airport MVs do, maybe someone will chime in who has tried it for Swolphin? Disney has been more select with hotels with the airport service only expanding it outside club level to deluxe and DVC this august.

 

[elvispursley]

We did Gear Fusion on our last trip and couldn’t have been more impressed. They patiently waited during my whole luggage debacle when I had to make a claim for missing luggage. I definitely tipped our driver extra for that. He even texted me a link for what I was entitled to per the new federal law.

 

[Tinksmom6575]

We will be checking in for a little Disney Christmas magi in 34 days! We have stayed here before and absolutely love it.

 

[christophfam]

A few quick questions, have our first Swan stay coming up.

After mvmcp, what is the best way to get back to the Swan? Boardwalk bus?

We have a standard two queen room booked. What is the best room request to minimizing walking?

TIA!

 

[Dave006]

After mvmcp, what is the best way to get back to the Swan? Boardwalk bus?

Yes Boardwalk, then YC or BC in that order. For the BW take the walkway from the bus stop right up with everyone else, straight to the outside stairs down to the boardwalk level on the right side of the lobby or stop in the lobby for a restroom break (right side of the lobby). Turn left at the Screen Door food store onto the boardwalk and walk directly to the Swan.

We have a standard two queen room booked. What is the best room request to minimizing walking?

We always ask for the main section which is directly between the East and West wings where the Elevators are located. That way you have a short walk either direction from your room.

Dave