Welcome to planDisney, John! Thanks for sharing your question with us!
I’m happy to report that guests of the
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve can enjoy access to all the amenities of the
Walt Disney Swan and
Dolphin Resorts. That includes 18 restaurants, lounges, 6 pools, and a private beach! As one particular mouse might say: “Oh Boy!”
All three resorts are within walking distance of each other, so you’ll have no problem enjoying all those amenities. I looked up directions on the
My Disney Experience mobile app and it is a 7-minute walk from the Swan Reserve to the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel and a 5-minute walk to the Walt Disney World Swan Hotel. I would recommend downloading the My Disney Experience mobile app if you haven’t already. Not only does the map feature provide travel times and directions to locations all over Walt Disney World, but it also shows all the available transportation options based on your starting point and destination.
Staying at the Swan Reserve really puts you close to the magic. While you wouldn’t have access to other resorts’ pools, guests are a short walk from The Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, as well as the BoardWalk Inn, and can enjoy the restaurants and shopping those resorts have to offer. You would also have easy access to EPCOT, which the My Disney Experience mobile app currently shows as a 19-minute walk or 36-minute
FriendShip Boat ride, and would only be a 21-minute walk or 38-minute FriendShip Boat ride away from Hollywood Studios.
John, I hope this information helps with your Walt Disney World vacation planning. Don’t hesitate to come back if you have any other questions. You’re as welcome as can be at planDisney!
Magical travels!
Matt