SplashJacket
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I was pointing out that since I live 8 hours away, I probably shouldn't be getting the ad.
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News Swan and Dolphin Tower Expansion - The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
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TikibirdLand
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Oh look, sarcasm
. Thought I could spot it. Nope, sorry about that!
Communicora
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It looks like a downscale version of the Minneapolis Central Library
OG Runner
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You should check, maybe they used the same architect. A one trick pony, like Mike Brady.
Communicora
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Ha! I don't think Cesar Pelli designed this hotel but he did design the movie theater in Celebration!You should check, maybe they used the same architect. A one trick pony, like Mike Brady.
Basil of Baker Street
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It may just be me but that's not a very attractive building.
ImperfectPixie
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Agreed. It's gross.
lazyboy97o
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You just don’t understand the bad taste of important business folk.
DonaldDoleWhip
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I still think this structure is intrusive and uninspired, joining a growing club amongst the likes of BLT, Riviera, Gran Destino, Kidani (not the whole thing, just the stupid unfinished part closest to Jambo House), and GF's villa building.
So after all that, is it wrong to admit I kind of want to stay there? The rooms look nicer than Swan & Dolphin, and I imagine the breakfast spot (if they're able to offer free breakfast to elites again) will beat Garden Grove. I also expect the AC to be more reliable.
Finally, as with these other towers, you don't have to see the whole thing once you're inside.
So after all that, is it wrong to admit I kind of want to stay there? The rooms look nicer than Swan & Dolphin, and I imagine the breakfast spot (if they're able to offer free breakfast to elites again) will beat Garden Grove. I also expect the AC to be more reliable.
Finally, as with these other towers, you don't have to see the whole thing once you're inside.
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Horizons '83
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Not sure where to put this question, but has anyone here booked a stay here yet and have you been able to link it to your Disney Experience successfully?
The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve to open in July, reservations open now for September 1
The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve to open this summer, reservations open now
Opening in July, the new hotel will feature 349 guest rooms.www.wdwmagic.com
Small update - site now shows an August opening (reservations still open September 1st).
Family Friendly Hotel Near Disney | Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
Walk to Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios from Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, located in the heart of Disney’s resort property in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
www.marriott.com
Horizons '83
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Booked a 5 night stay here in January on points l, hopefully they work out any kinks by then. I will say if you’re a Marriott person with some points, it’s always nice to have another option to walk to 2 parks.
Saw in in person this week.
IMO #1 - it looks awful from the roads. It is hulking, obtrusive, and not all that interesting to look at.
IMO #2 - it very nearly earns a pass from the resorts/parks side because the large glass façade nearly disappears into the skyline. If the covered patio and roof mechanicals were not bright white you could almost forget it was there during the day. (This does make me wonder though if it will just appear as a big glowing cube at night when guests are back in their rooms.)
Also, how are they not giving deeply discounted or even free vouchers for mini-golf? It is literally the only convenient thing to walk to given this resort placement.
IMO #1 - it looks awful from the roads. It is hulking, obtrusive, and not all that interesting to look at.
IMO #2 - it very nearly earns a pass from the resorts/parks side because the large glass façade nearly disappears into the skyline. If the covered patio and roof mechanicals were not bright white you could almost forget it was there during the day. (This does make me wonder though if it will just appear as a big glowing cube at night when guests are back in their rooms.)
Also, how are they not giving deeply discounted or even free vouchers for mini-golf? It is literally the only convenient thing to walk to given this resort placement.
Is it ok if I (playfully) argue that walking to DHS and EPCOT from Swolphinserve honestly is not that much of a selling point? Like it is something I will do, but I never actually "enjoy" it. I wish they had golf cart shuttles or something.
Bocabear
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It is also a shorter walk to DHS from the All Star Movies than walking from Wilderness Lodge...
The Reserve is not close enough to call that a perk... Now if it came with it's own designated Elon Musk Shuttle Loop, then you have something....But now it is just another hotel on the highway, disconnected from the actual amenities by a busy road to cross. Save your money and stay at the actual Swan instead...
The Reserve is not close enough to call that a perk... Now if it came with it's own designated Elon Musk Shuttle Loop, then you have something....But now it is just another hotel on the highway, disconnected from the actual amenities by a busy road to cross. Save your money and stay at the actual Swan instead...
Horizons '83
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Call it what you want, its VERY walkable to both parks. A 20 minute walk is nothing. You say save your money but not one person on this planet has seen the final product, so why the negative post?