Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter vs Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

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.

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

The newer tower within the Swan and Dolphin complex, positioned near Crescent Lake and marketed as a more boutique-style Marriott option.

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter

• Boat

  Disney Springs

• Bus

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

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• Walk

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Boat

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

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

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• Newest and most modern of the Swan and Dolphin complex
• Spacious tower rooms with contemporary design and updated amenities
• Same Crescent Lake location with walking access to EPCOT
• Marriott Bonvoy points redemption available
• Quieter and more upscale feel than the larger Swan and Dolphin hotels

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

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• No Disney on-site perks such as Early Entry or booking advantages
• High resort fees on top of nightly rate increase true cost
• Smaller pool exclusive to Swan Reserve guests, main pools are at Swan/Dolphin
• Limited dining within the Swan Reserve itself
• No direct transportation to Magic Kingdom or Animal Kingdom

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter

• Mardi Grogs

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory

  Quick Service

  American, Cajun/Creole

  breakfast

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• Scat Cat's Club - Café

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• Scat Cat's Club - Lounge

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• Amare

  Table Service

  Mediterranean

  lunch · dinner

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• Grounds

  Table Service

  Bakery, American, Quick Service - Coffee

  snack

  View menu

• Stir

  Table Service

  American

  dinner

  View menu

• Tangerine

  Table Service

  American

  dinner

  View menu

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter

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Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

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• Walt Disney World Swan Reserve and ADR/LL
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Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter

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Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

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