Orlando World Center Marriott vs Walt Disney World Dolphin

Orlando World Center Marriott

A very large Marriott convention resort near Walt Disney World, known for its extensive meeting space, golf course, and water amenities.

Walt Disney World Dolphin

A large Marriott-operated convention resort on Crescent Lake with Disney benefits and direct access to the Epcot-area walkway network.

Orlando World Center Marriott

Amenity details coming soon.

Walt Disney World Dolphin

Orlando World Center Marriott

Transportation details coming soon.

Walt Disney World Dolphin

• Walk

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Boat

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Orlando World Center Marriott

• One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area
• Extremely large resort with comprehensive amenities
• Golf course on property for golf enthusiasts
• Multiple dining options ranging from quick service to fine dining
• Often available at lower rates than Disney-owned resorts nearby

Walt Disney World Dolphin

• Walking distance to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios
• Can be booked with Marriott/SPG hotel points for potentially free nights
• Crescent Lake location with boat service and BoardWalk access
• Shula's Steakhouse and Il Mulino are top-tier dining options on property
• Often cheaper than equivalent Disney-owned Deluxe resorts

Orlando World Center Marriott

• No Disney transportation, requires car or paid shuttle to all parks
• Not located within Disney property, further from parks than Bonnet Creek
• No Disney on-site perks like Early Entry or advance Lightning Lane booking
• Large resort can feel impersonal and convention-focused
• Long drives to theme parks add cost and time to each park day

Walt Disney World Dolphin

• Not a Disney-owned resort, so no Early Entry or advance booking perks
• Resort and parking fees are high in addition to the nightly rate
• Dated exterior design with the iconic dolphin statues divides opinion
• Rooms were historically smaller and less updated than Disney Deluxes
• Bus service to non-walkable parks is less reliable than Disney buses

Orlando World Center Marriott

No on-site dining information available.

Walt Disney World Dolphin

• Bourbon Steak - A Michael Mina Restaurant

  Table Service

  American, Steakhouse

  dinner

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• Bourbon Steak Lounge

  Quick Service

  American, Steakhouse

  snack

  View menu

• Cabana Bar and Beach Club

  Table Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

• Fuel

  Table Service

  American, Quick Service - Coffee

  snack

  View menu

• Phins

  Table Service

  American

  dinner

  View menu

• Rosa Mexicano

  Table Service

  Mexican

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Rosa Mexicano Lounge

  Quick Service

  Mexican

  snack

  View menu

• The Fountain

  Table Service

  American

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Todd English's bluezoo

  Table Service

  Seafood

  dinner

  View menu

• Todd English's bluezoo Lounge

  Quick Service

  Seafood

  snack

  View menu

Orlando World Center Marriott

• Marriott World Center for the WIN (Orlando)
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• Marriott World Center or Gaylord Palms? : r/orlando
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• Orlando near Disney : r/marriott
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• Orlando World Center Marriott
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• World center Orlando : r/marriott
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Walt Disney World Dolphin

• Dolphin or Swan : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Dolphin Resort and Upgrades : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Walt Disney World Dolphin : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort Fees & Card Holds
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Orlando World Center Marriott

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Walt Disney World Dolphin

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  Disney Swan, Dolphin & Swan Reserve FULL Resort Tours

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  Disney World Food Tour: Swan and Dolphin Resorts!

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