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Walt Disney World Dolphin vs The Alfond Inn

Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin scores significantly better than The Alfond Inn. Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is ranked #4 in Orlando with endorsements from 11 publications including Gayot, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.

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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The Alfond Inn
The Alfond Inn
8 / 10
300 East New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
From $229 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Gayot Gayot
"This 112-room hotel provides respite within a vibrant college community. It is frequented by travelers (parents, academics, etc.) visiting Rollins College."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This newly built, serenely sophisticated building in the heart of charming Winter Park, just steps from the shops and restaurants of Park Avenue, combines an upscale hotel with an art gallery." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Award-winning boutique hotel in Orlando's ritzy northern suburb of Winter Park – an alternative to the theme park frenzy." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The 112-room building blends romantic elements with contemporary touches...the Inn displays the Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art for Rollins College and is within arm’s reach of local attractions" Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Its restaurant and cocktail bar, planted courtyard, and modern rooms striped in teal and lime with dark wood accents, are designed to appeal to sophisticated palates" Full review
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