Disney's All-Star Sports Resort vs Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Photo: Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Photo: Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
At a Glance
| All-Star Sports | Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Moderate |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 4 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool, Hot Tub |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | No |
| Top Highlight | First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here first | Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resorts |
Tier
All-Star Sports
ValuePort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
ModerateArea
All-Star Sports
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
All-Star Sports
BusPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
All-Star Sports
NonePort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoneQuick-Service Dining
All-Star Sports
2 locationsPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
4 locationsPool Amenities
All-Star Sports
PoolPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Pool, Hot TubExtended Evening Hours
All-Star Sports
NoPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoTop Highlight
All-Star Sports
First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here firstPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resortsOverview
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
A value resort near Disney's Animal Kingdom with oversized sports theming across baseball, football, basketball, surfing, and tennis sections.
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
The smaller Port Orleans property, themed to the New Orleans French Quarter and connected to Disney Springs by Sassagoula River boats.
Amenities
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
Other
- Gift Shop
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Recreation
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Marina
- Bike/Surrey bike rentals
Transportation
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
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Boat
Disney Springs
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
- First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here first
- Very affordable rates, often under $150 per night with discounts
- Includes on-site perks like Early Entry and free Disney transportation
- Refurbished rooms are a significant upgrade from the original design
- Large Surf's Up pool accommodates big crowds well
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
- Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resorts
- Beautiful New Orleans French Quarter theming and ambiance
- Sassagoula River boat service to Disney Springs
- Doubloon Lagoon pool with sea serpent waterslide
- Beignets at Scat Cat's Club are a beloved resort treat
Cons
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
- Frequently hosts youth athletic tournaments creating noise and crowds
- Decidedly early-90s feel in the lobby with faded athlete photos
- Food court quality is consistently below expectations
- No Skyliner or monorail, bus-only transportation to parks
- Common areas can be very loud especially at night
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
- Smaller food court compared to Riverside, limited dining options
- No table service restaurant on site
- Bus-only access to theme parks; boat service only runs to Disney Springs
- Smaller pool area compared to Riverside which has multiple pools
- Can feel quieter and lower-energy compared to other resorts
On-Site Dining
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Community Discussions
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
- All star movies, music, or sports? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All Star Sports - Expectations & What to Do? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All star sports vs Coronado : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All Stars Sports opinions? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- What the heck is going on at all stars? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
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- Port Orleans French Quarter quickly becoming a favorite of ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Port Orleans Riverside or French Quarter? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Staying at French Quarter and the theme is so good. (First ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
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