Disney's Old Key West Resort vs Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort
Photo: Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
At a Glance
| Old Key West | Port Orleans Resort - Riverside | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Moderate |
| Area | Disney Springs Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Bus | Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 1 restaurant | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 4 locations | 3 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Quiet Pool | Pool, Hot Tub, Quiet Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort | Large, beautiful resort grounds with a bayou and river setting |
Tier
Old Key West
DeluxePort Orleans Resort - Riverside
ModerateArea
Old Key West
Disney Springs Resort AreaPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Old Key West
Boat, BusPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
Old Key West
1 restaurantPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Old Key West
4 locationsPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
3 locationsPool Amenities
Old Key West
Pool, Quiet PoolPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
Pool, Hot Tub, Quiet PoolExtended Evening Hours
Old Key West
YesPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
NoTop Highlight
Old Key West
Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resortPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
Large, beautiful resort grounds with a bayou and river settingOverview
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Experience the romance of the Florida Keys at this tranquil community of Conch Flats—a sprawling island hamlet with shimmering waterways, swaying palm trees and manicured golf-course fairways. Delight in sun-soaked pools, casual dining and such amenities as fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes.
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
The larger Port Orleans property, themed to the antebellum South and riverfront mansions, with boat service to Disney Springs.
Amenities
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Quiet Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Playground
- Electric Eel Game Room
- Jogging Trail
- Marina
- Fishing excursions
Wellness
- discover a dry sauna at the base of a lighthouse
- Fitness Center
- R.E.S.T. Health Club
Other
- Laundry Facilities
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
Recreation
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Campfire Program
- Playground
- Arcade
- Jogging Trail
- Quiet Pool
- Fishing excursions
- Bike/Surrey bike rentals
Wellness
- Spa
Transportation
Disney's Old Key West Resort
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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
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
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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 Old Key West Resort
- Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort
- Relaxed, laid-back Key West atmosphere ideal for adults
- Full kitchen in villa rooms great for longer stays
- Quieter and less crowded than other Disney resorts
- Close to Disney Springs with boat transportation available
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
- Large, beautiful resort grounds with a bayou and river setting
- Royal Guest rooms with princess theming are uniquely themed for the tier
- Multiple pools including the Ol' Man Island pool complex
- Sassagoula River boat service to Disney Springs
- Quieter and more relaxed atmosphere than busier resorts
Cons
Disney's Old Key West Resort
- Very spread-out resort, some villa clusters feel isolated
- Primarily a DVC property, harder to book on cash reservations
- Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat only goes to Disney Springs
- Limited table service dining compared to other Deluxe resorts
- Lower-energy atmosphere may not feel as immersive for park-focused guests
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
- Very large resort can mean long walks from room to main building
- Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat service only goes to Disney Springs
- Limited dining, Boatwright's table service is the only full-service option
- Alligator Bayou rooms are more rustic and less recently renovated
- Can feel isolated due to the spread-out layout
On-Site Dining
Disney's Old Key West Resort
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Good's Food to Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast
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Gurgling Suitcase
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Olivia's Cafe
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Olivia's Cafe To Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
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Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch
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Community Discussions
Disney's Old Key West Resort
- How is Old Key West? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Old Key West : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Old Key West/ Saratoga Springs: are they *honestly* okay? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Solo staying at Old Key West : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
- Port Orleans Riverside : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Port Orleans riverside <> Polynesian : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Port Orleans Riverside or French Quarter? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Port Orleans- Riverside Reno : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Say something nice (or honest) about Port Orleans r/WaltDisneyWorld
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