Disney's Old Key West Resort vs Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort

Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Photo: Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Moderate Disney Springs Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
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At a Glance

Tier

Old Key West

Deluxe

Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Moderate

Area

Old Key West

Disney Springs Resort Area

Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Old Key West

Boat, Bus

Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Boat, Bus

Table-Service Dining

Old Key West

1 restaurant

Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

1 restaurant

Quick-Service Dining

Old Key West

4 locations

Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

3 locations

Pool Amenities

Old Key West

Pool, Quiet Pool

Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Pool, Hot Tub, Quiet Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Old Key West

Yes

Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

No

Top Highlight

Old Key West

Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort

Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Large, beautiful resort grounds with a bayou and river setting

Overview

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

  • Boat

    Disney Springs

  • Bus

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

  • Boat

    Disney Springs

  • 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

  • Good's Food to Go

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu
  • Gurgling Suitcase

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Olivia's Cafe

    Table Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Olivia's Cafe To Go

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch

    View menu

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

  • Boatwright's Dining Hall

    Table Service

    American

    dinner

    View menu
  • Muddy Rivers

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • River Roost

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Riverside Mill Food Court

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu

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