I’m Sorry, Are We Just Going to IGNORE This Game-Changing Hotel Perk in Disney World?

While Walt Disney World hotels are well-known for their perks — including transportation options, Early Entry, and Extended Evening Hours — one of the biggest benefits on property is available at non-Disney-owned hotels!

For those unaware, despite being located on Walt Disney World property,  the Swan and Dolphin Resorts are not Disney-owned hotels. But they offer many of the same benefits as a Disney World hotel, and they even offer a few more that Disney simply does not!

If you’re a parent staying at the Swan and Dolphin — or simply dining at the resort — you can receive complimentary child care at Camp Dolphin.

Located on the Walt Disney World Dolphin’s lower level, Camp Dolphin offers “fully supervised programs, including arts, crafts, movies, board games, video games, nightly themed activities, a snack, and a delicious meal” for kids to experience while parents get some alone time. The camp is staffed by a team of trained counselors who “supervise age-appropriate activities.”

Generally, Camp Dolphin costs about $10 an hour. However, those dining at three of the resort’s restaurants:

Todd English’s bluezoo….

… AMARE…

…. and Il Mulino New York Trattoria, receive two complimentary hours of childcare.

If you’re thinking of taking advantage of this deal during your next trip, Camp Dolphin’s hours are as follows:

• Drop-off Time: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
• Camp Dolphin Programs: 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
• Pick-up Time: 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Disney guests at the Swan and Dolphin also have access to all of the hotel perks usually reserved for guests at Deluxe Tier Disney hotels, including:

• The ability to book Lightning Lanes 7 days in advance
• Early Entry to Disney’s theme parks.
• Extended Hours at select Disney theme parks.
• Complimentary transportation.
• On-site and online Disney tickets.
• Advance tee times at Disney golf courses.

Guests planning a romantic dinner at three of the Swan and Dolphin’s most popular restaurants can get two hours of free childcare at the complex’s Camp Dolphin! Stay tuned to AllEars for more on Disney World’s BEST under-the-radar perks.

8 Things I Wish I Knew Before Staying at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

Have you ever dropped your kids off at Camp Dolphin? Let us know in the comments below!

Post a Comment