Two Disney World hotels just received a MAJOR honor.

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

Located near Disney World’s popular EPCOT park, the Swan & Dolphin resorts have been two of the most unique hotels on Disney World property since they opened back in 1990. From the architecture to the unique distinction of being the only third-party-owned hotel located within the heart of Disney World, this resort is special. Now, the iconic pair of hotels have been awarded a tremendous industry honor.

In 2024, The Swan & Dolphin complex was named Marriott’s U.S. and Canada 2023 Hotel of the Year! 

The Swan & Dolphin took to their Instagram account to discuss the honor, writing, “It truly takes a village to achieve this recognition, and it only happens because of our outstanding cast members and fantastic leaders, all working together to deliver those ‘Magical’ moments for our guests,” adding, “Thank you to everyone who made this award possible, and to our guests for your continued support. Here’s to creating even more magical moments together!”

Swan & Dolphin

The latest recognition is another in a long series of honors that have been awarded to the Swan & Dolphin, including a Condé Nast Travelers citation from their Readers’ Choice Awards, a Four Diamond Award from AAA, the Community Serve Award from Starwood Hotels and Resorts NAD, the Best Hotel Pool Award from Meeting South Magazine, Best Local Resort from Orlando Magazine, and the Hotel of the Year Award from ITT Sheraton. Whew! That’s a lot of awards!

Swan Reserve Entrance

Furthermore, the World Travel Awards named the complex North America’s Leading Resort, Florida’s Leading Resort World, North America’s Leading Conference Hotel, and the United States’ Leading Conference Hotel.

The Swan & Dolphin Resort features a host of amenities, including several amazing restaurants and lounges, cozy guest rooms, the Mandara Spa, six pools, complimentary transportation throughout Disney World, early entry to all four theme parks daily, and extended evening theme park hours on select nights in select theme parks.

It’s a beautiful resort!

Walt Disney World’s Swan & Dolphin complex has been named Marriott’s U.S. and Canada Hotel of the Year for 2023, a massive achievement for the hotels. Stay tuned to DFB for further industry coverage.

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