What do you like and/or dislike about the Dolphin?

[Jodi1980]

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[daannzzz]

I liked the look of the architecture. I liked the colors though not always the design. I liked that we got upgraded to a really interesting room. I like the look of the resort and its location. I liked that it was comfortable and clean.
I didn't like that the main pool was so far away. I didn't like trapesing through the public areas to get to the pool.

 

[Trekker]

Location -Location -Location -Location -Location -Location -Location -Location

Oh and I wanted to mention I think the location is excellent!

 

[las3888]

Location for sure, plus it is a really nice deluxe resort. I like all the dining choices also.

One of my favorites...

 

[pumba]

first for the location and not having to wait for so many busses.....but also I just love the pool and the reception area......what a nice area.....

 

[Blondie]

I can't really think of anything I dislike about either resorts.

They're both in an excellent location, great pool, deluxe resort...what's not to like?

Oh, and I also like the fact that they offer discounts to nurses/school teachers/govt. where the WDW resorts DO NOT.

 

[dreamflight99]

Originally posted by Trekker
Location -Location -Location -Location -Location -Location -Location -Location

Oh and I wanted to mention I think the location is excellent!

Plus...THE LOCATION!

 

[Muffy]

I'm going to be staying at the dolphin for the first time in Dec! sounds pretty incredible!

 

[ChesireMeg]

Hello! The Dolphin was nice and i would defintely recommend it The architecture and decorations were really beautiful, but I did not like how far it took to get to the elevator (our room was like 3 miles away from the nearest elevator) and I did not like how you had to get to the pool. You have to maneuver yourself through the lobby and past Tubbi's and it took awhile to reach the pool. But other than those minute things, it really is a nice resort

 

[jgates]

They forgot to mention - LOCATION!!!!

I actually thought the Dolphin was overwhelming. I am glad we chose the Swan. It was so quick in and out. Easy to get to where we parked. Easy to elevators. Nice quick walk to Tubbi's at the Dolphin. (Sat there for awhile while doing laundry plus several meals).

Plus, did I mention location?

 

[Samsma]

JGates:

I've got ressies at the Dolphin in July of next year. Been trying to decide if Swan would be better for us. Would it be a lot more manageable for us with two kids, 10 & 4 at the Swan, or would they be disappointed they weren't staying in the more elaborate Dolphin? Do you think it took less time to get to the pool, Tubbies etc. from the Swan than some of the more distant rooms at the Dolphin ( say 9th floor) which is what I requested. How was your view at the Swan? Also, I guess they'll still be renovating the Dolphin at that time, and I don't want to get in the middle of all that. I'm just full of questions!

 

[gschmerl]

We really like the Dolphin.
Loved all the action in the lobby (we love to "People watch"). The Grotto Pool was wonderful. Just relaxing and listening to the water falls was great. LOVED the oatmeal soap. The elevators were always there so quickly.
Did I forget LOCATION!!

 

[llfowl]

DH and I stayed at the Dolphin on our Honeymoon in 92. We really didn't like it. In our opinion, there wasn't anything "Disney" about it. We just didn't care for it. We did have a good view of Illuminations every night. Transportation was ok. DH and I will stick to the WL.

I am glad to hear that other people really enjoy the Dolphin. Have fun!

Lori

 

[Tiffany]

Hi,

We stayed at the Dolphin for 5 days this past Aug.

Likes:
1. Location
2. Size of room and King Beds
3. View from Lake View room
4. Tubbi's 24hr Food Court

Dislikes:
1. View from a standard view room can overlook the service bay.

We enjoyed out stay very much and would go back again if we could get it cheaper then the YC again.

 

[TheLorax2000]

I agree with the rest of the posters about their likes, especially the location . The only dislike that comes immediate to mind is the inability to charge stuff at WDW back to the room. I have this feature extremely convenient with my teenage dd and I like having everything on one bill.

 

[The Pluto People]

We liked everything about the Dolphin - in fact we had our very best Disney vacation while staying there! We particularly liked the Grotto pool - it was huge, deep, and there were always lounges available!

 

[jgates]

Both will be totally manageable I'm sure. I just liked the smaller layout of the Swan. When we went to find an elevator in Dolphin it was like - this elevator is for these floors only...........

They are both SOOO close & it was SOOO ez to get over to Tubbis and the laundry. My dd said she would like to stay at Dolphin next time - she thought the lobby was cool but I said no-Swan and she said - OK!

I just took her over there when we were strolling at night and we walked around - no more difficult than coming down from your room to stroll around in my opinion.

I have never had the capability to charge from Disney to my room at all so I don't miss this. I was able to charge from the Disney shops in S & D to my room. My DS has had a credit card on my account since he was about 16 so he just used that.

And with all of the 'worry' about view - to be honest - next time I will take whatever view they give me. I either have a nice view of the ToT & Boardwalk/Epcot area from one side or a beautiful view of the Dolphin from the other!

 

[pooh2001]

My DH will stay no where else but....the DOLPHIN.

excellent location

loved the Dolphin Fountain 'soda shop' for lunch

loved the transportation options

laundry was never totally crowded (and it was summer)

the grotto pool, slide and water fall was my DS & DD dream place to swim

great view of EPCOT, MGM, fireworks and Boardwalk

room size was fine for our family of 4

clean/extra towels from room service - prompt service

front desk and conceige desk were extreamly helpful and friendly


I guess I do not have anything bad to say about the place.
enjoy

 

[erikthewise]

The Dolphin is actually a pretty nice hotel. If you don't mind staying at a "normal" (non-Disney) hotel on site I don't think you'll be disappointed. It has an impressive lobby, enormous convention facilities, several eateries, and nice pools. And where else on site can you stay on the 15th floor?

 

[dahess]

We loved the LOCATION! We loved the HOTEL, BEAUTIFUL, we disliked the front desk employees & some other employees we talked with.