Age and kids policy at the Walt Disney World Swan
Walt Disney World Swan is an all-ages, family-friendly hotel; children of any age are welcome, but the person checking in and reserving the room must be at least 18 years old and present a photo ID and credit card. The resort is not all-inclusive — meals and drinks are paid separately at on-site restaurants and bars.
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Check-in age and ID requirements
The minimum age to reserve and check in to a room at Walt Disney World Swan is 18. The guest who checks in must present a valid photo ID and a credit card at check-in.
Check-in time is 4:00 pm and check-out is 11:00 am. If you need to confirm or arrange something specific at arrival, contact the hotel directly.
- Minimum age to check in: 18 years
- ID required: valid photo ID
- Payment: credit card required at check-in
- Check-in/out: 4:00 pm / 11:00 am
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to check-in | 18 years |
| ID/payment required | Photo ID and credit card |
| Standard hours | Check-in 4:00 pm / Check-out 11:00 am |
Who can stay: families, kids, and charges
Walt Disney World Swan is marketed as family-friendly and welcomes children of all ages to stay in rooms with a registered adult. Only the booking/check-in guest must meet the 18-and-over minimum.
Children age 18 and older are charged as adults. For family bookings, check the specific room type and maximum occupancy when you book to confirm bedding and capacity.
- Children of all ages are welcome when accompanied by the registered guest (18+).
- Children 18 and older are charged as adults.
- Confirm maximum occupancy per room at booking.
| Room type | Typical beds (examples) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds | Standard option for families |
| Deluxe Room, Resort View (Balcony) | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds | Balcony, 4 guest capacity listed in materials |
| Room, with Sofa bed | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed | Adds sleeping space for families |
Pools, lifeguards and rules for kids
Swan guests have access to five outdoor pools and the shared Swan & Dolphin recreation complex (including the 3-acre Grotto Pool with waterfalls and a water slide). Only registered Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve guests may use the shared pool complex.
Pool towel service and lifeguards at the Grotto Pool are not available 24 hours; lifeguards and towel service are available during posted daytime hours. Small children using the water slide must wear life jackets; infants and children in diapers must wear swim diapers.
- Five outdoor pools on property; access to the 3-acre Grotto Pool complex shared with Swan & Dolphin.
- Life vests in multiple sizes are available poolside; slide users (small children) required to wear life jackets.
- Infants/children in diapers must wear swim diapers.
- Pool hours and lifeguard coverage vary by pool; check current posted hours at the resort.
| Pool feature | What to know |
|---|---|
| Grotto Pool (shared) | Water slide, waterfalls, lifeguards/towels during posted hours |
| Kiddie pool | Swim diapers required for infants/toddlers |
| Wheelchair-accessible pool | Accessible entries and equipment available |
Rooms and sleeping arrangements for families
Room types include Traditional Room; Room, Resort View; Deluxe Room, Resort View (Balcony); Room, with Sofa bed; and accessible Traditional Room variants. Many room types list configurations for 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds; the 'Room, with Sofa bed' options add a Double Sofa Bed for extra sleeping space.
When you book, check the exact room name (for example, Traditional Room or Deluxe Room, Resort View (Balcony)) and the maximum guest count. The resort lists accessible rooms such as Traditional Room (Mobility/, Tub) and Traditional Room (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr).
- Common room names to look for: Traditional Room; Room, Resort View; Deluxe Room, Resort View (Balcony); Room, with Sofa bed.
- Room, with Sofa bed adds a Double Sofa Bed to sleeping arrangements.
- Accessible room options are available—request specifics at booking for mobility or hearing needs.
| Room name (exact) | Typical bed setup |
|---|---|
| Traditional Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Room, with Sofa bed | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Deluxe Room, Resort View (Balcony) | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds (balcony) |
Dining: not all-inclusive and kids at restaurants
Walt Disney World Swan is not an all-inclusive property. On-site dining is a la carte; you pay at each restaurant and bar. The resort's restaurants do not accept the Disney Dining Plan.
Children are welcome at dining venues. The property lists family-friendly options such as Garden Grove (breakfast and lunch with seasonal character dining), casual poolside spots like Splash Pool Bar and Grill, and other signature restaurants with dress codes.
- Not all-inclusive: meals and drinks are paid separately at each venue.
- Restaurants do not accept the Disney Dining Plan.
- On-site dining highlights: Il Mulino New York Trattoria, Kimonos, Garden Grove, Splash Pool Bar and Grill, Chill, Java.
| Restaurant | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Il Mulino New York Trattoria | Dinner (Signature dining; Smart/Business Casual) |
| Kimonos | Dinner and nightly karaoke (Business Casual) |
| Garden Grove | Breakfast & Lunch (seasonal; character dining on select days) |
Accessibility, service animals, and special services for kids
Accessible rooms and facilities are available, including Traditional Room (Mobility/, Tub) and Traditional Room (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr). The resort offers accessible parking, pool lifts or sloped entries where provided, and accessible registration/lounge areas.
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome without a fee or special documentation. The Mandara Spa offers a pregnancy-safe treatment and spa guests booking qualifying services may receive complimentary childcare at Camp Dolphin for a limited time — check current terms when you book.
- Accessible room options listed by name in the property's room types.
- Service animals welcome; pets are not permitted.
- Mandara Spa (8:00 am–8:00 pm posted hours) offers pregnancy-safe treatments; spa bookings of certain sizes may include limited childcare at Camp Dolphin (subject to change).
| Service | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Accessible rooms | Roll-in shower and mobility/tub variants available |
| Service animals | Allowed without fee or documentation |
| Pet policy | Pets not allowed (service animals only) |
