Be Close to the Parks When You Stay at The Swan Resort

If you combine one of the best known hotel chains with the happiest place on earth, what do you have? A perfect vacation experience.

The Westin Hotels and resorts operate a property on Walt Disney World property called the Swan. This lavish and luxurious hotel is situated at the edge of the Epcot Theme Park. There is a 47 foot tall swan at the top of this modern piece of architecture designed by Michael Graves. The front of the Swan’s 12 story building is decorated with eye catching turquoise waves. This resort shares convention amenities with its sister hotel, the Dolphin. There are also amazing restaurants and a huge range of amenities.

Here are just a few of the amenities offered by this world class hotel:

Rooms are handicap accessible and equipped for guests with disabilities

Free weekday newspaper delivered to your door

Safes

Mini bars

Irons and ironing boards

Two dual line telephones

Wireless internet access (low fee)

Valet parking at $16/day

756 rooms

55 suites

Excellent 24 hour room service.

Mandara Spa including full service body treatments, hairstyling and more

Four lighted tennis courts

Westin fitness room

Westin hotels are well known for their Heavenly Spa with a large range of amenities and services that include in-room spa treatments. Westin has completely trained and licensed practitioners to administer treatments and massages to the guests.

Star Points

Because Westin is a member of Starwood’s Resorts, guests at the Walt Disney World Swan are able to use their Star Points to book their reservations.

Specials

Westin often offers special discounts on their best properties:

There are usually special offers. Just call to check which offer is promoting during the time you wish to reserve your travel arrangements.

Members of American Automotive Club gets special rates at the Swan. Don't forget to mention that you are a member when you call to book your reservations.

There are special packages for military, teachers, nurses and Florida residents. Remember to ask about offers when you call to book your reservations.

Disney Vacation Club members are offered a 20% discount on food at most restaurants at the Swan Resort

Location,Location, Location

The Swan is located at the side of Epcot theme park and can be reached by a boat launch from the World Lagoon. It is also within a 10-15 minute walk to the Disney Hollywood Studios. You can also catch a ride to all of the theme parks by Disney bus or by personal car.

The monorail does not reach the Swan. However, you can catch a ride to the monorail at Epcot and travel to the Magic Kingdom. To reach the Animal Kingdom guests should jump on a Disney transport bus or use their personal car. Buses will also bring you to Downtown Disney where you can order food at one of the awesome restaurants, see a movie at the AMC 24 theater or enjoy the day at Disney Quest indoor theme park.

If you are staying at the Swan you can also enjoy the Boardwalk area of Disney just by taking a short walk. This area has 9,000 feet of shops, restaurants and nightclubs. The area will remind guests of the good old days at the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, N.J.

Atlantic Dance Hall is a nightclub provided for those 21 and older.

Jellyrolls is a piano bar with dueling pianos and a piano bar, available for guests 21 and older.

Big River Grill and Brewing Works is a micro brewery and restaurant.

Flying Fish Café is an upper scale café presenting a prix fixe' menu and fresh fish.

Kouzzina by Cat Cora Mediterranean cuisine with price range from $15 to $40.

Boardwalk Bakery cakes, pies, pastries

Seashore Sweets has salt water taffy and more

Pizza Window

ESPN Club has American Cuisine and provides a full service restaurant as well as a quick lunch.

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