Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter vs Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
Photo: Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Photo: Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
At a Glance
| Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter | Port Orleans Resort - Riverside | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Moderate | Moderate |
| Area | Disney Springs Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Bus | Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 4 locations | 3 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Hot Tub | Pool, Hot Tub, Quiet Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | No |
| Top Highlight | Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resorts | Large, beautiful resort grounds with a bayou and river setting |
Tier
Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
ModeratePort Orleans Resort - Riverside
ModerateArea
Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Disney Springs Resort AreaPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Boat, BusPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NonePort Orleans Resort - Riverside
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
4 locationsPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
3 locationsPool Amenities
Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Pool, Hot TubPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
Pool, Hot Tub, Quiet PoolExtended Evening Hours
Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
NoPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
NoTop Highlight
Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Smallest and most intimate of the Moderate resortsPort Orleans Resort - Riverside
Large, beautiful resort grounds with a bayou and river settingOverview
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.
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 Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Recreation
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Marina
- Bike/Surrey bike rentals
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 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
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 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
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 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
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 Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Community Discussions
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
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
Videos
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