Swan Reserve Hotel Resort and Room Tour (Perks & Benefits Explained) | Walt Disney World Resort

I am at Walt Disney World’s and Marriot’s newest resort hotel The Swan Reserve. Just across the street from the Swan and Dolphin hotels and the Disney Boardwalk. This hotel has a lot to offer including walkability to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. You can even get a theme park view room! I’m going to tel you all you need to know and show you every detail of the hotel, including of course, the room…with amazing view!
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Swan Reserve Hotel Resort and Room Tour (Perks & Benefits Explained) | Walt Disney World Resort

[@wendyb457]

This video is how I first found you. We had a trip booked here and I was searching for a review. I sound like a broken record but I love how thorough your reviews are. So, we stayed around March 21, 2022. Spring break. 2 couples no kids. What we loved? Not so many kids was a bonus for us this trip as we didn’t have ours with us. They are grown and this was a vacation for the mom and dads. We absolutely LOVED the restaurant Amare. Fantastic. Loved the outdoor pool bar lounge. We didn’t swim. Just sat and had a snack and some cocktails. Met some great travelers and cast members. The atmosphere and aesthetic is lovely. The beds were very comfortable. Loved the floor to ceiling windows. We had an Epcot view and I could see Spaceship Eart from my bed. The decor we loved but we love modern anyway. Didn’t love? The location is great, but to be honest, I prefer the location of the Dolphin even better. I never did figure out the lights in the foyer 😆 because I had forgotten what you said. We were told we were given an accessible room. Looks like you got one too. There was ZERO bathroom counter space. I also hated the basket of towels on the floor I would have preferred a shelf. Our friends had a standard resort view room and their vanity did have a lower shelf for storage of bags, etc and a much larger vanity. It was so small, it was a problem actually. Hot tip: in addition to the Bonvoy benefits you can use American Express points to stay here. It’s not cheap. I believe it’s like 50k points per night. I’m not sure. My dad gifted us the points for a two night stay as he uses an AmEx card for many business purchases to get those rewards. So basically, we stayed in 2 rooms for 2 nights for free. And, you still get the Bonvoy points added because you booked with AmEx points. Crazy, I know. I swear, I think we had your room. I’m going to go back and look. 🤣. We loved the restaurant enough that I would reserve it again even if not staying there. Book through Open Table. Not the Disney app. Sorry for the length. Had a lot to say. Would definitely stay here again. Luxurious.

[@MagicalHijinx]

Thank you so much for this! This is incredibly helpful to know and hear about and will definitely help others plan! I also prefer dolphin 🐬

[@jjamerican93]

That painting looks like Samantha French’s artwork. That’s so cool! 😃 Also-you have a right to be wherever you want. Guests like you make the hotel experience better for others seeking more insight into places like this. Thank you! ☺️

[@ryangullo5983]

I was in charge of moving ion electrics materials to and from the resort I helped move all the lighting and electrical behind the scenes alot of sweat and hard work went into this project hope everyone enjoys

[@MagicalHijinx]

That’s awesome! Congratulations to all of your amazing work!

[@feliciacolon4400]

Thank you for the tour- was considering going in January but with a 5 month old now I’m reconsidering. Like if it was just me and the hubby sure but with him tagging along eh 😂

[@MagicalHijinx]

Haha yeah I totally get that. Glad I was able to help!

[@AuroraCeleste]

New subscriber, we're going to stay at the Dolphin for a week in January for a first Disney trip, your review of the Swan reserve is the best hotel walkthrough I've seen yet on KZbin. Love the outlet count! Will be following, keep being awesome!

[@MagicalHijinx]

Thank you so much, that’s so kind of you to say!

[@gissneric]

I found your channel cause you're the only theme park vlogger so far I have seen to feature the Swan Reserve. Great video, just subbed.

[@MagicalHijinx]

Thank you so much 💙

[@johnbayse1735]

Thank you for this video! My family and I are going in January and have been waiting for a resort tour on KZbin to build up our anticipation and excitement.

[@MagicalHijinx]

That is awesome! I hope you have the best time ever!

[@Parkhopper1985]

Very cool Demi - I think you're the first to do a tour of this resort

[@MagicalHijinx]

It’s literally brand new so I wouldn’t be surprised!

[@dianna9283]

Thanks Demi for the tour! Beautiful resort! I agree about the pool though! Pool is much nicer at the Swan/Dolphin!

[@MagicalHijinx]

Thanks Dianna!

[@MagicalMaddieB]

Really cool to see! I'll be booking here once it cools off a bit for a fun stay!! Loved your view and the room looks really nice. GO GET SOME SLEEP!!

[@MagicalHijinx]

What is sleep?!

[@netty1221]

Thanks Demi for another great review ❤ want to stay here now

[@MagicalHijinx]

So glad you enjoyed!

[@treyhrivnatz1055]

We are going to Disney for Christmas. Trying to decide between the Dolphin, Swan & Swan Reserve. The Reserve looks really nice, but don't like that you have to walk a bit to the boats. We stayed at the Dolphin before and really loved it. Currently we are leaning towards Swan for the larger (Queen) beds. Which of the 3 would you choose? It will be my wife, son (12) & me. Thanks!

[@MagicalHijinx]

I mean it really depends. They are all good options. If you want a better room, then Swan Reserve, if you want a more quiet hotel the Swan, if you want more of big resort the Dolphin. It really depends on what your needs are!

[@Jgimple]

I’m going in February

[@MagicalHijinx]

I hope you have the best time!

[@ShareaDreamComeTrue]

Sweet hotel! Great to see it open after driving by construction for 2 years. Love the Outlet Sitch as always. USB-C and turn down service. Oh la la. I’m not worthy.

[@MagicalHijinx]

I did not belong there 😂😂😂

[@merraki5991]

Looks great!

[@MagicalHijinx]

It’s very nice!

[@ToddRileyRealEstate]

FUN! I will be staying there in the first part of January.

[@ToddRileyRealEstate]

using POINTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MagicalHijinx]

Yes points!!!

[@spiritedreviewexc]

the plus side to the marriott is there are plenty of charging stations in the lobby for EVERYONE you don't have to bother anyone, the one I go to for my convention they have a counter right across from the starbucks, and even the table next to the chairs have outlets! it's outlet central! I use a USBC for my phone and it's really frustrating when i can't find a workable outlit to charge it so yes it's great to have a USBC outlet.

[@MagicalHijinx]

That’s so cool! I didn’t know that was like a Marriott thing!

[@aaronward4610]

Great review and awesome shot of the fireworks! Did you mention if your room on the 5th floor was considered an Epcot View?

[@MagicalHijinx]

All I know is that I didn’t request a theme park room and I still had a view of epcot. It’s probably better on a higher floor

[@meganlenart8]

what were the reason you would not run to stay again? location?theme? style? food? got this booked for june with my husband adults only trip and hopeing it didnt make a mistake.

[@MagicalHijinx]

It’s a fine and dandy hotel but it’s the same price as the swan and dolphin so I would just stay there since you need their transportation for 2 parks and for the better pools

[@kayel4487]

I never realized they were Marriott hotels! I know they weren't Disney-owned but this is news to me! Lol

[@MagicalHijinx]

Yes! But they are also Disney hotels! It’s different than good neighbor hotels!

[@brownsense1]

Wow... this was actually better than the Tim Tracker. Great Job. This is a nice hotel to splurge on. My wife and I always stay at the Dolphin resort when visiting Epcot or Disney. But that hotel looks like a great weekend getaway spot for me and the wifey. Her birthday is coming up. Oooh do you know if some of the rooms have Jacuzzi's in them?

[@MagicalHijinx]

I’m not entirely sure, I would definitely reach out to the hotel to ask! And thank you so much!

[@MoviemaniaNick]

Thank you for the tour Demi! Looks like a nice place but looks too fancy for me.

[@MagicalHijinx]

I did not belong there 😂

[@MoviemaniaNick]

@@MagicalHijinx Looked like a higher end hotel

[@bdh711]

My family wants to go here next year if Covid eases up (I live in the UK), I’m so excited I haven’t been DW or even the USA in 10 years. This vid is gonna convince my parents to choose this hotel 😂😂

[@MagicalHijinx]

Oh wow 10 years! I hope you get to visit soon!

[@bdh711]

Thank you!!!

[@madamemoi-zelle4913]

You are too cute 🥰 thank you for your review!! Yes you belong there too…!!

[@MagicalHijinx]

Haha thank you!

[@raehr385]

cool video! thank you. does the buses not stop at this hotel? you have to go to swan or dolphin to go to MK or AK?

[@MagicalHijinx]

Nope! 1:26 Bus transportation is provided to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs outside the main entrance.

[@Dyswtric2001]

Great video. It got a little confusing of where at the beginning (Swan/Dolphin/Swan Reserve). You may have been at the Swan Reserve the whole time but you mentioning the other locations a lot. My family has the Swan Reserve reservations later this month and I can’t wait! 😜

[@MagicalHijinx]

I was always at the Swan Reserve until the screen cut where I showed the Swan and Dolphin pool and water taxi. Thanks! Hope you have a great trip!

[@carrievajko2780]

Having seen the cabanas, do you think it’s worth it to rent one?

[@MagicalHijinx]

It really depends on you and your budget. If that’s your whole day and you want a little extra luxury, then maybe go for it, or the regular chairs are totally great as well!

[@Maggie-pi1qz]

Hello, Could you tell me swan reserve or French quarter which one you like better?

[@MagicalHijinx]

They’re both so different and I love them for different reasons. It really depends on what you’re looking for in your visit. If you want more luxury and closer to parks then Swan Reserve, but if you want more Disney and you like beignets, jazz, a themed pool then French quarter.

[@Maggie-pi1qz]

@@MagicalHijinx thank you very much for you help, I prefer swan reserve but my daughter she likes riverside’s Royal wood view, I don’t like walk very far to transportation😝

[@MagicalHijinx]

If you don’t plan on walking to Epcot, it takes very long to get there by the boat. French Quarter may be better!

[@Maggie-pi1qz]

@@MagicalHijinx thank you very much again! I booked French quarter, happy new year to you and your family 🌷

[@MagicalHijinx]

Have the best time! Happy New Year!

[@ainsleighsofia1012]

Is the coffee maker a Keurig?

[@MagicalHijinx]

I don’t remember if it’s the Keurig brand, and I can’t tell from the video, but they do have the pods like Keurig!

[@wendyb457]

It is. A tiny one, but yes. And coffee better than Joffrey’s. Just saying.

[@vikobennawan5235]

This hotel or POP?

[@MagicalHijinx]

I don’t know what you mean by “POP.” This is a hotel.

[@hopealexander7849]

I think he meant Disney's Pop Century hotel.

[@vikobennawan5235]

I’m asking what hotel is better this hotel or pop century to stay ??

[@mrkalerocks]

First

[@MagicalHijinx]

Woohoo!