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Walt Disney World DolphinvsThe Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

Both properties are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort. Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort comes in at #11 in Orlando with approval from 11 sources like Rough Guide, Gayot and Frommer's.

Walt Disney World Dolphin
8/10
1500 Epcot Resort Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32830
From $147/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A pair of 56-foot-tall sea creatures bookend this 25-story glass pyramid, a luxe resort designed, like the adjoining Swan, by world-renowned architect Michael Graves." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Home to Tod English’s BlueZoo restaurant, a must no matter where you stay, this whimsical resort is best known for the tremendous dolphins that sit atop its exterior."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Sister hotel to the Dolphin... from which it’s separated by an artificial lake and beach, and likewise whimsically decorated... equipped with every conceivable luxury."
Zagat Zagat
3.7
"Centered on an "enormous, pyramidlike" main building, this "stylish" Michael Graves--designed resort is "within walking distance of Epcot"."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The ceilings are a little bit low, the staff a little bit distracted, but the location never quits." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The hotel has the advantages of a Disney property (i.e., early entry to a different park each day) but more flexible pricing." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Revitalize and refresh just steps from Disney World at our magical retreat, featuring golf, five pools, spa, and a white-sand beach." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This Michael Graves-designed resort shares many motifs and amenities with its next-door neighbor and sister hotel, the Dolphin."
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Walt Disney World’s four remarkable theme parks are part of nearly 104 square kilometers (40 square miles) filled with entertainment. Magic Kingdom is home to the iconic Cinderella Castle..." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"An extensive twin resort and convention hotel right in the heart of Walt Disney World, hence in an ideal location for those wanting the full theme park experience, but at a more moderate price." Full review
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The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
8/10
4510 North Fort Wilderness Trail, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $327/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Concierge
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Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Inspired by western national-park lodges, this pine lodge has a pioneer theme and a spouting Old Faithful-style geyser near the swimming pool."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Bringing a tent or RV is one of the cheapest ways to stay on WDW property, especially considering that sites in this 700-acre campground can accommodate up to 10." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"For a more “back to nature” experience, campsites and cabins are scattered throughout a heavily wooded area."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A 700-acre site where you can pitch your tent or hook up your RV, or rent an a/c six-berth cabin – a good deal for larger groups."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The ultimate in resort self-catering, this collection of log houses and cabins is complemented by campsites designed for pitching tents or hooking up trailers and mobile homes."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This 780-acre wooded enclave near Magic Kingdom consists of campsites, mobile home–style cabins with decks and grills that sleep six, and RV spots." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Located in a huge shaded natural preserve, Fort Wilderness caters to kids and families with its hay rides, fishing and nightly campfire sing-alongs." Full review

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