Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort

Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort is a Moderate resort at Walt Disney World inspired by the Louisiana Bayou. And, just like it’s sister resort – Port Orleans French Quarter, it has a very romantic feel with beautiful pathways for a stroll aligned with manicured gardens, stunning wilderness, and the Sassagoula River. Disney does many things well and, one thing they truly outdo themselves with every time is theming. Theming at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort is clever and beautiful! This resort is broken up into sections including Alligator Bayou and Magnolia Bend. Another appealing thing about this resort are the Royal Rooms inspired by your favorite Disney Princesses!

Rooms at Port Orleans Riverside Resort:

Royal Guest Room – Views of the Landscaping, Courtyard, Garden, Bayou, Riverfront or Courtyard Pool, sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

Royal Guest Room – Woods View –  Views of Landscaping, Courtyard or Bayou, sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

Royal Guest Room River View – Views of Riverfront, sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

Royal Guest Room Standard View – View of Parking Area, sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

Woods View – Views of Landscaping, Courtyard or Bayou, sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

River View – Views of Riverfront, Sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

Preferred Room – Views of Landscaping, Courtyard, Garden or Bayou, Close to Sassagoula Steamboat Company, Dining, Shopping, and Transportation; sleeps up to 4 adults, with 2 Queen Beds and 1 Child-Size Pull-Down Bed

Woods View 5th Sleeper – Views of Landscaping, Courtyard or Bayou; Sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds and 1 Child-Size Pull-Down Bed

Standard View – Views of Parking Area, Sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

Pool View – Views of Courtyard Pool, sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

King Bed – Views of Landscaping, Courtyard, Garden, Bayou, Riverfront or Courtyard Pool; sleeps up to 2 adults with 1 King bed

Standard Location – Views of the Landscaping, Courtyard, Garden, Bayou, Riverfront or Courtyard Pool; sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

Standard Location 5th Sleeper – Views of the Landscaping, Courtyard, Garden, Bayou, Riverfront or Courtyard Pool; sleeps up to 5 adults with 2 Queen Beds and 1 Child-Size Pull-Down Bed

Preferred Location – Views of the Landscaping, Courtyard, Garden, Bayou, Riverfront or Courtyard Pool; sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 Queen beds

There are several different dining options at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort, from grab-and-go options to a sit-down-style meal. The following locations are dining options at this resort:

Riverside Mill Food Court—This Quick-Service dining location is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers five different food options, including soul food, pizza, tenders, dessert, pasta, and more! Mobile ordering is an option here.

Boatwright’s Dining Hall is a casual-style table-service dining location that serves Dinner only. The food is inspired by Southern Louisiana cooking. Some Dining Plans and reservations on your My Disney Experience App are accepted here.

Muddy Rivers and River Roost Bars – Bars with plentiful options (cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine, and lite bites)

Insider Tip: You can take the water taxi to Port Orleans French Quarter to enjoy dining at several dining locations and get those yummy Mickey-shaped Beignets!

There is so much to do recreational wise here at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort. The options include:

Southern Quarter Games – arcade located at Port Orleans French Quarter Resort

Medicine Shoe Arcade – arcade located inside of Colonel’s Cotton Mill building at Port Orleans Riverside Resort

2 Playgrounds – There is a playground at both Port Orleans French Quarter and at Port Orleans Riverside Resort

Jogging Trail – one-mile-long scenic path

Fishing – Catch and release Bass Fishing

Surrey and regular Bike rentals

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Movies Under the Stars

Campfire on de’ Bayou

6 pools

As with all Walt Disney World Resorts, the amenities are endless. Amenities at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort include:

Complimentary Bus AND water transportation

Disney Signature Services

Banking, ATM, and Mail services

Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services

Housekeeping Service

Online Check In

Parking

Designated Smoking Areas

Minnie Van Service

Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet

In – Room Floral and Gifts

Something to keep in mind: Unlike its sister resort (Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter), this resort requires a lot of walking if you are not staying close to the lobby and dining. Disney’s Port Orleans is much smaller in proximity and offers similar theming.

Check out our latest video of Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter!

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