JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa vs Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
Photo: JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Photo: Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
At a Glance
| JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek | Walt Disney World Swan Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Disney Springs Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | None listed | Walk, Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 4 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | None | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney Deluxes | Newest and most modern of the Swan and Dolphin complex |
Tier
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DeluxeWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
DeluxeArea
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Disney Springs Resort AreaWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
None listedWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
Walk, Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NoneWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
4 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
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NoneWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
NonePool Amenities
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PoolWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
PoolExtended Evening Hours
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NoWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
YesTop Highlight
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney DeluxesWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
Newest and most modern of the Swan and Dolphin complexOverview
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
A newer luxury Marriott property just outside Disney-owned hotels, positioned in the Bonnet Creek cluster near Disney Springs and Epcot-area access roads.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
The newer tower within the Swan and Dolphin complex, positioned near Crescent Lake and marketed as a more boutique-style Marriott option.
Amenities
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Amenity details coming soon.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
Recreation
- Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Arcade
- Playground
- Boat Rental listed in Activities & Recreation; water taxi access to parks
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Other
- Water taxi dock for park access
- Resort shops available
Transportation
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Transportation details coming soon.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
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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
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
- Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney Deluxes
- Impressive pool complex with lazy river and waterslides
- Full-service spa and multiple restaurants on property
- Located within Disney property boundaries with shuttle to parks
- Often significantly cheaper than comparable Disney-owned Deluxe resorts
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
- Newest and most modern of the Swan and Dolphin complex
- Spacious tower rooms with contemporary design and updated amenities
- Same Crescent Lake location with walking access to EPCOT
- Marriott Bonvoy points redemption available
- Quieter and more upscale feel than the larger Swan and Dolphin hotels
Cons
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
- Shuttle to Disney parks is slower and less frequent than Disney buses
- No Early Entry or on-site Disney booking advantages
- Not as Disney-immersive as staying in a Disney-owned resort
- Far from all theme parks, requiring a car or shuttle every time
- Parking fees apply on top of already high nightly rates
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
- No Disney on-site perks such as Early Entry or booking advantages
- High resort fees on top of nightly rate increase true cost
- Smaller pool exclusive to Swan Reserve guests, main pools are at Swan/Dolphin
- Limited dining within the Swan Reserve itself
- No direct transportation to Magic Kingdom or Animal Kingdom
On-Site Dining
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
No on-site dining information available.
Community Discussions
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
- JW Bonnet Creek or? : r/marriott r/marriott
- JW Marriot Bonnet Creek : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Reviews? r/marriott
- JW Marriott-Bonnet Creek(Orlando) r/marriott
- Orlando stay - JW Bonnet Creek or JW Grande Lakes r/marriott
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
- Swan & Dolphin appreciation : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Swan or Swan Reserve? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Swan Reserve pros and cons : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Thoughts on the Swan Reserve? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Walt Disney World Swan Reserve and ADR/LL r/WaltDisneyWorld
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