Swan/Dolphin Experience?

[Club Cooloholic]

As I am close to booking, I realized that the Swan/Dolphin, could be a consideration. We are starwoods members, and might even have a free night, but I was hoping to get some feedback if anyone has stayed recently. How are the buses, are the fees tacked on outragous, as I do know they charge to park. Also if you do stay there, is it free parking in the rest of the kingdom?

 

[jody31]

We've stayed there every year the past seven years ,it's our favourite hotel.you can walk to DHS and Epcot,the rooms and beds are really nice ,you have the boardwalk next to you and you have fantasia golf next door.

 

[shipley731]

The last time I stayed there was this past August. There is indeed a fee to self park ($16 per day with tax) as well as a mandatory resort fee ($14 per day before tax). I stayed there a few times, and while Swan / Dolphin isn't high on my list of favorites, it does have a great location. Walking distance to Epcot, DHS, & the Boardwalk or a boat is available as well. The rooms I have had for the most part have been nice. I've never had any issues with the bus service at either of these hotels. Not sure if it's free to park at the parks while staying here. I didn't think it was, but I also seem to remember seeing a post on wdwmagic that you could show your room key & park for free at MK or AK. Not sure as to the validity of that as I've never tried it. (I have an annual pass, & just show that when I park at any of the parks.) Another note - it may not make a difference to you, but the pool closes at 9pm.

 

[wdwmagic]

Love the Swan and Dolphin. Best bed on property by a mile, great rooms, and fantastic location. You do get free theme park parking.