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Property Amenities
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside features a Mississippi-style waterway and Southern-inspired decor. The resort encompasses two themed areas: an antebellum-style mansion in the Magnolia Bend area and rustic, country-style lodges in the Alligator Bayou section.
The resort's registration area has the look and feel of a steamboat, while the three-and-a-half-acre complex called Ol' Man Island is created to look like an old-time water hole, with rope swings, a waterslide, and a play area. Nearby fishing holes are stocked. In addition to this pool there are five other swimming pools along with an arcade, a restaurant, food court, and a snack shop. Guests can also rent bicycles or different types of boats. On selected evenings, the campfire on de' bayou takes place behind the Fishin' Hole. Nightly horse-drawn carriage rides carry guests throughout the resort. Groceries, sundries and Disney® gifts are available at Fulton's General Store.
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside guests enjoy privileges at the Doubloon Lagoon pool, game arcade, and playground at neighboring Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter. The resort also offers complimentary motorcoach service throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort and complimentary water launch service to the Downtown Disney® Area.
Room Amenities
Rooms
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside features 2,048 guestrooms in buildings set around the Sassagoula River and its various waterways. Decorated in the style of the era of riverboats and Mark Twain, the rooms fall into two themed areas: Magnolia Bend offers antebellum-style architecture in a stately three-story mansion with two-story wings that spread along the river, and the Alligator Bayou section features rustic, country-style lodges that are two stories high (no elevators). All rooms have in-room safes, TVs, and refrigerators. Many have views of the courtyard, the landscaped grounds, or the river. High-speed Internet access is available (surcharge).
Dining
Boatwright's Dining Hall - Giant boats hang overhead in this restored warehouse once used for building ships. The casual restaurant overlooks the Sassagoula River and serves breakfast and dinner. Menu items include hearty breakfasts, steaks, prime rib, seafood dishes, Southern specialties, and a full-service bar.
Riverside Mill - A working cotton press operated by a water wheel acts as the centerpiece of this food court. Several different stands serve burgers, sandwiches, pasta, chicken dishes, salads, and more. There is also a country market loaded with prepackaged items. Beer and wine are available. The food court is open from early morning to midnight and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
River Roost - This nighttime-only lounge is outfitted with a bar and overstuffed chairs next to a fireplace. Snacks and refreshments are served. The Roost is open daily from late afternoon to midnight.
Sassagoula Pizza Express - Fresh-baked pizza is available for room delivery from late afternoon to midnight every day.
Muddy Rivers Pool Bar - Open from late morning until dusk, this poolside bar offers, snacks, and refreshments.
Recreation
An old-time water hole, complete with waterslide, is located on Ol' Man Island, along with a spa, children's pool, and playground area. Tucked away are five quiet pools. Bikes and boats, including pontoon and canopy boats, Mercury Water Mouse boats, and kayaks, are offered at the Riverside Levee. Cane poles are available for fishing in the fully stocked Fishin' Hole. Horse-drawn carriage rides carry guests throughout the resort every night. And a running path around the resort is a favorite of joggers. Resort guests also enjoy privileges at the Doubloon Lagoon pool, game arcade, and playground at neighboring Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter.
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park is located within minutes (two miles) of the resort via complimentary motorcoach. The guest service desk can assist guests with reservations on any one of Disney's five tour-caliber golf courses, all located at Walt Disney World® Resort. A nine-hole walking course is also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
Awards and Affiliations
A Green / Sustainable Property - First Party Certified
This property has performed a self-assessment, also known as First Party certification, of its sustainable tourism practices through Florida Green Lodging Program thus taking steps to understand its impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. The property's claims have not been independently verified by a second or third party certification program.
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“It was a comfy experience”
The Disney Port Orleans hotel was nice and cozy with a good staff. It basically provided us {my fiance and I} with just about everything we needed. But I must say next year I want a hotel with a monorail.
“Fantastic Value”
We went during a very slow time in Disney, and this hotel was serene. The grounds are incredibly well kept and beautiful. Great place to unwind, and lots to do right at the resort. Room was slightly small, but clean and comfortable. Every "cast member" we encountered at the hotel was friendly and informative. Next time we will spend more time relaxing on the hotel's property and less running through all of the parks.
“Loved it!!”
Stayed there Nov.11-13 2008.First time at Port Orleans Riverside and we loved it.Clean room,comfortable bed.Alot better than Disney's All-Star Resorts and less crowded.Waiting time for the shuttles were less than 8 min.We only visited EPCOT which was also not crowded.This is the perfect time to visit.
“Great Vacation”
We had a great time. This is the third time our family has stayed here and each time has been great. The room was quiet and clean and the grounds are beautiful. The transportation system, either by bus or boat, was extremely helpful because I never had to use my car. Just a wonderful Disney hotel.
“Felt like home”
Disney's Port Orleans Riverside was another great Disney resort. We were very pleased with our stay and we felt like we were back in New Orleans. We would gladly recommend this resort to anyone and will definately will be back again.
“Port Orleans Riverside, great motel but book thru Disney.”
Port Orleans Riverside is well managed, clean and a delight to visit. Staff go out of their way to answer questions and assist visitors. The Magical Express service transported us from the airport to the main lodge check-in; our bags were claimed by the express and were in our room a few hours later. Booking thru Expedia, the advertised waterview room we paid for was stuck under a staircase facing a fenced pool. Expedia buys groups of room and resells them, so beware what you get. Expedia also mangaged to get not only our names spelled incorrectly on our flight reservation, but our room reservation. Suggest booking directly thru Disney, room rates about the same plus you would get special Disney luggage tags, discounts on park passes and other perks. And probably your name spelled corrrectly
“I would stay at the resort again.”
The location was wonderful and no hotel takes care of their guests like Disney. The pools and restaurants were all conveniently located and there was a wonderful water taxi from the hotel to Downtown Disney.
“Peaceful retreat in the midst of Disneyworld”
Port Orleans Riverside is a great hotel if you are looking for a quiet retreat from the busyness and noise of a Disneyworld Vacation. As all Disney resorts, there is convenient shuttle service to any of the theme parks and of course the Magical Express to get you to and from the airport. But Riverside attraction is the layout of their guest rooms which feel like Southern Mansions. Located along the Sassogaula River, a magnolia tree lined path connects these guest house to the main commons area. It's quiet day and night, so you can get some rest. Furthermore, it has a ferry which connects directly to Downtown Disney which gives you dining and shopping options. Finally, Riverside also has a fishing hole with worms and live bass...it was a wonderful change of pace from Mickey for my 5 year old.
“Worth the Perks to stay in Disney”
Hotel was great. It was the first stop into Disney which makes it great to get started and cheaper if you want to take a taxi anywhere. Grounds were fun for the kids who loved the pool here and at the sister hotel, French Quarter. Disney perks - free pick up and return to Orlando Int'l airport, extended Disney hours, great shuttles that leave every 10-15 minutes all over the park and to downtown Disney.
“Definate Must Stay”
There aren't enough words to give credit to Disney Resorts. Our stay here at Riverside was absolutely phenomenal! The staff here are all extremely nice and helpful. Our room was more than spacious enough for our family of 3 and the cold AC was refreshing after long hot days in the parks. The room was always clean and refreshed everyday. We are already planning a return trip to this fabulous resort.
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The closest major airports to Disney's Port Orleans Riverside are:
Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.) - 23.1 km / 14.4 mi
Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 52 km / 32.3 mi
The preferred airport for Disney's Port Orleans Riverside is Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.).
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