Hi Emily, and welcome to planDisney. Oh my
gourd-ness, it looks like you are going to be having a Thanksgiving that will be pumpkin spice and everything magical! How exciting!
Emily, the Disney Swan is a beautiful hotel. I stay at the Disney Swan and Dolphin several times a year myself. Unfortunately, the Disney Swan hotel is not part of the
Disney Resorts Collection, so it is not eligible for the
free water park perk. I'm so sorry because I know this is not what you wanted to hear. However, let's focus on the positives and discuss your options.
You will really enjoy your stay at this hotel. Its proximity to Hollywood Studios and EPCOT is definitely a plus. Some of the best benefits of staying here are that you qualify for
Early Theme Park Entry and, one of my favorite perks,
Extended Evening Hours, which is only available to Guests staying at a Disney Deluxe Resort hotel and other hotels like the Disney Swan.
If visiting one of the water parks is important to you, you have the option to
purchase tickets. Another option is to modify your plans and consider a "split stay." You could spend one night at a Disney Resorts Collection hotel, which would allow you to enjoy the free water park perk on your check-in day. Afterwards, you can switch hotels and spend the remainder of your vacation at the Disney Swan. Please note that if you need to transfer your luggage, you'll likely need to use a ride-sharing service, as luggage transfers are only available for moving between Disney Resort hotels. I'm adding the link to the
Special Offers, Deals & Discounts page here for your reference if you'd like to explore this option.
I hope this information helps, Emily. I'm not sure what you have planned for your Thanksgiving trip, but I have spent several Thanksgiving holidays at Walt Disney World, and I never miss a Thanksgiving feast at
Liberty Tree Tavern. This meal includes all the holiday fixings, and you will definitely leave feeling
thank-full!Thank you for visiting us with your question. Please let us know if there's anything else we can help you with. Have the most magical trip!
Happy planning,
Shonette