Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort vs Walt Disney World Swan
Photo: Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort
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At a Glance
| Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World | Walt Disney World Swan | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Disney Springs Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Walk, Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 1 restaurant | 5 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | None | 3 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool, Water Slide |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World | Same Crescent Lake location and EPCOT walking distance as the Dolphin |
Tier
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
DeluxeWalt Disney World Swan
DeluxeArea
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Disney Springs Resort AreaWalt Disney World Swan
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
BusWalt Disney World Swan
Walk, Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
1 restaurantWalt Disney World Swan
5 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NoneWalt Disney World Swan
3 locationsPool Amenities
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
PoolWalt Disney World Swan
Pool, Water SlideExtended Evening Hours
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NoWalt Disney World Swan
YesTop Highlight
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney WorldWalt Disney World Swan
Same Crescent Lake location and EPCOT walking distance as the DolphinOverview
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Discover a AAA Five Diamond-rated resort that combines the ultimate in luxury accommodations with a dash of Disney enchantment. Located within Walt Disney World Resort, this lakeside retreat is an idyllic getaway with impeccably designed rooms and suites—along with exclusive amenities and In-Room Celebrations to delight all ages and interests.
Walt Disney World Swan
A Marriott-operated on-property resort between Epcot and Hollywood Studios, with walking and boat access to both parks.
Amenities
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Amenity details coming soon.
Walt Disney World Swan
Recreation
- Pool
- Water Slide
- Volleyball
- Tennis Courts
- Jogging Trail
- Arcade
- Playground
- Camp Dolphin for children ages 5-12 from 4PM to 11PM with themed activities, video games, arts and crafts
- Swan watercraft rentals on the white sand beach; Boat Rental in Activities
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Other
- Child Care
- Boat launch courtyard between Swan and Dolphin for Friendship launches
- Disney Cabanas store at Swan; Resort Essentials boutique at Dolphin
Transportation
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Walt Disney World Swan
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Walk
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Boat
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World
- Dedicated Disney planning team and exclusive park access benefits
- Exceptional pool complex with multiple pools and lazy river
- Fine dining at Capa rooftop steakhouse with Magic Kingdom fireworks views
- Spacious rooms with luxury furnishings surpassing Disney-owned Deluxes
Walt Disney World Swan
- Same Crescent Lake location and EPCOT walking distance as the Dolphin
- Marriott Bonvoy points eligible for stays and redemptions
- Access to Dolphin's extensive dining and amenities via shared complex
- Swan Reserve and Swan combined offer over 2,000 rooms in the complex
- Competitively priced relative to Disney-owned Deluxe resorts nearby
Cons
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Significantly more expensive than any Disney-owned hotel
- Located in Golden Oak, requires shuttle or car to reach theme parks
- Complimentary shuttle to parks runs on a fixed schedule, less flexible than Disney buses
- Does not feel as immersively Disney-themed as Disney-owned resorts
- Located in Golden Oak community, physically distant from all parks
Walt Disney World Swan
- No Disney on-site Early Entry or advance Lightning Lane booking
- Resort fees and parking fees add significantly to the nightly rate
- Shared amenities with Dolphin mean crowded pools during peak times
- Design is less Disney-immersive than Disney-owned resorts
- Limited transportation compared to monorail or Skyliner resorts
On-Site Dining
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Capa
Table ServiceSteakhouse
dinner
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Walt Disney World Swan
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Chill
Table ServiceAmerican
dinner
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Garden Grove
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast
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Il Mulino
Table ServiceItalian
lunch · dinner
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Il Mulino Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Java
Quick ServiceQuick Service - Coffee
snack
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Kimonos
Table ServiceAsian, Japanese, Sushi
dinner · snack
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Kimonos Lounge
Quick ServiceAsian, Japanese, Sushi
snack
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Splash Pool Bar and Grill
Table ServiceAmerican
snack
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