Disney's Art of Animation Resort vs Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Photo: Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Photo: Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
At a Glance
| Art of Animation | Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Moderate |
| Area | ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Skyliner, 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 | Disney Skyliner gondola access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios | Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resorts |
Tier
Art of Animation
ValuePort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
ModerateArea
Art of Animation
ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort AreaPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Art of Animation
Skyliner, BusPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
Art of Animation
NonePort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoneQuick-Service Dining
Art of Animation
2 locationsPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
4 locationsPool Amenities
Art of Animation
PoolPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Pool, Hot TubExtended Evening Hours
Art of Animation
NoPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoTop Highlight
Art of Animation
Disney Skyliner gondola access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resortsOverview
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
A value resort themed to Pixar and Disney animation, with family suites, Little Mermaid rooms, and a Skyliner station shared with Pop Century.
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 Art of Animation Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- interactive water play area
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake)
Other
- Laundry Facilities
- Business Center
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Recreation
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Marina
- Bike/Surrey bike rentals
Transportation
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
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Skyliner
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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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 Art of Animation Resort
- Disney Skyliner gondola access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Family suites sleep up to 6 with two bathrooms and a kitchenette
- Does not share bus service, giving it the best bus reliability of Value Resorts
- Landscape of Flavors food court is best among Value Resorts
- Big Blue Pool is the largest hotel pool at Walt Disney World
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 Art of Animation Resort
- Family suite prices are double to triple standard Value Resort rooms
- Little Mermaid standard rooms are very small and far from lobby
- Theming is bold and loud, not appealing to all adults
- No table service restaurant on property
- Long walk to Skyliner station from some room sections
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 Art of Animation Resort
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Community Discussions
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
- Art of Animation : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Art of Animation Resort: Is it a good resort? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Art of Animation Resort! : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Booking art of animation : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Is art of animation that bad? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
- Port Orleans French Quarter best standard room. r/WaltDisneyWorld
- 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
Videos
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
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