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Walt Disney World Dolphin vs Disney's Contemporary Resort

Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort is the choice of most writers compared to Disney's Contemporary Resort. Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort has a TripExpert Score of 87 with endorsements from 11 reviewers such as DK Eyewitness, Gayot and Oyster.

Walt Disney World Dolphin
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
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Disney's Contemporary Resort
Disney's Contemporary Resort
8 / 10
4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $380 /night
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  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The monorail passes right through the middle of this concrete resort, where the rooms have recently undergone a complete renovation."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Disney monorail runs right through the centre of this hotel, which takes its exterior design from the futuristic fantasies of the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland."
Fodor's Fodor's
"You're paying for location at this sleek, modern, luxury resort next to the Magic Kingdom, as the monorail runs right through the lobby, making park hopping a breeze." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Contemporary is one of Disney’s original resorts, and it’s a favorite among kids both because it’s home to both Chef Mickey’s and the Monorail cuts right through the hotel." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Spectacular views and convenient monorail station highlight this futuristic Disney icon."
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