Swan and Dolphin Resort

Question

Sounds like they were renovating rooms at these resorts. Any idea if they are completed?

Answer

Good question. Yes — the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is currently undergoing a major renovation, but there is a mix of completed work and ongoing construction depending on which part of the resort you’re asking about.

Here’s the current status (as of early 2025):

The Swan Hotel side has completed a full renovation of all 756 guest rooms and suites. The redesign features white-oak tile flooring, nautical-themed artwork, new lighting, and modern finishes.
These renovations are part of a larger $275 million transformation project that also includes upgraded meeting/convention spaces and a major expansion.
The Dolphin side (conference/meeting space) is also being upgraded, but not all of its guest room renovations are finished yet. According to the Swan & Dolphin press release, some of the public space upgrades (like meeting rooms) will be phased, with final work expected by summer 2026.

What This Means for Your Stay:

If you’re staying in a Swan room, you’ll almost certainly be in a fully renovated, modern space with all the new finishes.
If you’re staying in the Dolphin building, it’s more hit-or-miss — you may or may not get a renovated room depending on availability. Some guests report getting “luck of the draw.”
The public areas (especially meeting and event spaces) are being upgraded but will continue to be refreshed over the next year or more.

Bottom Line: Yes — many rooms at the Swan are renovated and available now, but the full renovation of the resort (especially the Dolphin side) is still ongoing. If having a newly renovated room is important to you, you may want to specifically request a “renovated Swan room” when booking.

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