Disney's Beach Club Resort vs Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Photo: Disney's Beach Club Resort
Photo: Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
At a Glance
| Beach Club | Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Moderate |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Walk, Bus | Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 2 restaurants | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 4 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay) | Pool, Hot Tub |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney World | Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resorts |
Tier
Beach Club
DeluxePort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
ModerateArea
Beach Club
Epcot Resort AreaPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Beach Club
Boat, Walk, BusPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 restaurantsPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoneQuick-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 locationsPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
4 locationsPool Amenities
Beach Club
Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay)Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Pool, Hot TubExtended Evening Hours
Beach Club
YesPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoTop Highlight
Beach Club
Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney WorldPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resortsOverview
Disney's Beach Club Resort
A New England beach-themed deluxe resort beside Crescent Lake with direct access to the shared Stormalong Bay pool complex.
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 Beach Club Resort
Recreation
- stormalong bay—a 3-acre water wonderland
- Water Slide
- catch currents on an inner tube in the lazy river
- Pool
- Quiet Pool
- Marina
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Tennis Courts
- Hot Tub
- ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay)
- Volleyball
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Ship Shape Health Club (steam room, sauna, massage therapy, Nautilus/Hammer Strength/aerobics)
- Spa
Rooms
- rooms and suites with club-level service
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Recreation
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Marina
- Bike/Surrey bike rentals
Transportation
Disney's Beach Club Resort
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Boat
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Walk
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 Beach Club Resort
- Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney World
- Walking distance to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios via International Gateway
- Strong table service dining options on site and nearby at BoardWalk
- Charming New England seaside theming
- Easy access to multiple resorts in the Crescent Lake area
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 Beach Club Resort
- One of the more expensive Deluxe resorts at Walt Disney World
- Smaller rooms compared to other Deluxe resorts at similar prices
- No monorail access, requires walking, boat, or bus to Magic Kingdom
- Standard rooms can feel dated relative to recently renovated resorts
- Pool area can get very crowded during peak season
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 Beach Club Resort
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Beach Club Marketplace
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
View menu -
Beaches & Cream Soda Shop
Table ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
View menu -
Cape May Cafe
Table ServiceAmerican, Seafood
breakfast · dinner
View menu -
Hurricane Hanna's Waterside Bar and Grill
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch
View menu
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Community Discussions
Disney's Beach Club Resort
- Beach Club "Resort View" or AoA Nemo Suites? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Beach Club Honest Opinion : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Beach Club Resort and The Boardwalk : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Contemporary or Beach Club? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Have other people had bad experiences with Beach Club? 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 Beach Club Resort
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