Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter is a moderate resort hotel at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. This New Orleans-inspired resort is modelled after the French Quarter of the City of New Orleans. This resort is in the Disney Springs area. Guests of Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter may use the amenities at the property next door, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside. There are several room categories available here. Rooms can accommodate up to 4 adults.
Should I Stay at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter?
This resort is right on the Sassagoula River, just a short boat ride away from Disney Springs, making it ideal for guests who want to spend time shopping and dining there. This is a small and quaint resort by Disney property standards, making it more intimate and easier to navigate than some of the others in the area that are larger.
In this short video, you’ll see why so many families love to stay at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter.
Transportation and Dining Options
Transportation to Walt Disney World theme parks and water parks is by shuttle bus, and to Disney Springs by water taxi. The neighbouring Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside is within walking distance or guests may use the water taxi service to get there.
There are no table service restaurants at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter itself. However, because guests have access to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside as well, there are several quick service and table service dining options available with a little planning. Plus, guests can easily access Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and Disney Springs for dozens more restaurant choices. Room service is available from a limited menu.
Restaurants include:
- Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory
- Scat Cat’s Club
- Mardi Grogs
Rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter are Standard View, but Garden View, Pool View and River View rooms are also available as an upgrade. Some rooms have a king sized bed. Rooms open up directly to the outdoors and do not feature private outdoor space or balcony.
Features and Amenities
This resort has one large, main pool with a water slide and splash play area for guests to enjoy. If guests would like to enjoy a more peaceful pool visit, they are welcome to visit a quiet pool at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.
Benefits of Staying at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Guests of this resort can enjoy:
- Early theme park entry–enter any Walt Disney World theme park 30 minutes prior to the official park opening time (valid theme park admission ticket and park reservation required)
- Complimentary transportation to Walt Disney World theme parks, water parks and Disney Springs
- Resort-wide charging privileges with My Disney Experience app, MagicBand or room key
- Use of Disney MagicMobile Pass
- Complimentary delivery of merchandise purchased throughout Walt Disney World property to your hotel gift shop
- Starting in 2025! Entry to a Walt Disney World Resort water park on check-in day