Disney's Pop Century Resort vs Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Photo: Lester Shalloway
Photo: Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
At a Glance
| Pop Century | 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 access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios | Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resorts |
Tier
Pop Century
ValuePort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
ModerateArea
Pop Century
ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort AreaPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Pop Century
Skyliner, BusPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
Pop Century
NonePort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoneQuick-Service Dining
Pop Century
2 locationsPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
4 locationsPool Amenities
Pop Century
PoolPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Pool, Hot TubExtended Evening Hours
Pop Century
NoPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoTop Highlight
Pop Century
Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosPort Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resortsOverview
Disney's Pop Century Resort
A large value resort celebrating late-20th-century pop culture, with Skyliner access shared across Hourglass Lake from Art of Animation.
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 Pop Century Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake)
Other
- Laundry Facilities
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Recreation
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Marina
- Bike/Surrey bike rentals
Transportation
Disney's Pop Century 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 Pop Century Resort
- Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Best-value resort among the Value tier with superior amenities
- Refurbished rooms with fold-down table bed and modern design
- Does not share bus service, one of the best bus experiences at Value tier
- Fun decades-themed theming from the 50s through the 90s
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 Pop Century Resort
- Standard rooms are small at 260 square feet
- No family suites, only standard double-queen or single-king rooms
- Skyliner can have long waits during peak park opening and closing times
- Theming can feel less immersive than Art of Animation next door
- No table service restaurant on property
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 Pop Century Resort
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Community Discussions
Disney's Pop Century Resort
- Honest opinions on Pop Century? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Pop Century : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Pop Century Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Tell Me About Pop Century : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Thoughts on POP century? : 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
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Disney's Pop Century Resort
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