Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside is a moderate resort hotel at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. This Southern hospitality-inspired resort includes lush gardens and a laid-back Southern vibe. This resort is in the Disney Springs area. Guests of Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside may use the amenities at the property next door, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter. There are several room categories available here, including the special Royal Guest Room.

Should I Stay at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside?

This resort is right on the Sassagoula River, a boat ride away from Disney Springs, making it ideal for guests who want to spend time shopping and dining there. If a sit-down restaurant is important for guests, this is also a good choice. Other guests who will enjoy staying at this resort are little princesses who will appreciate the Royal Guest Room. Families of five also enjoy staying here, since some rooms have the fifth sleeper or child-size bed.

In this short video, you’ll see why so many families love to stay at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.

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 – French Quarter is within walking distance or guests may use the water taxi service to get there.

There is one table service restaurant at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside. Because guests have access to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter as well, there are several quick service dining options available. 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.

Boatwright's Dinner at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
Steak dinner at Boatwright’s, the table service restaurant at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.

Restaurants include:

  • Boatwright’s Dining Hall
  • Riverside Mill Food Court
  • River Roost
  • Muddy Rivers

Rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

Rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside have Standard, Garden, Pool or River View, with Preferred Rooms located close to Sassagoula Steamboat Company, dining, shopping and transportation. Royal Guest Rooms also have the same options for views.

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside Magnolia Terrace
Magnolia Terrace at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.

Rooms open directly outside and do not feature a balcony or any other private outdoor space. The buildings are styled after Southern mansions or backwoods cottages, each equally pleasing.

Alligator Bayou at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
Alligator Bayou at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.

Features and Amenities

This resort has one large, main pool in a recreational area known as Ol’ Man Island. The pool has a slide and some splash features. There are also three quiet pools on the property. Guests may also head over to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter to use the pool there. This resort has one of the largest arcades of any other at Walt Disney World.

Feature Pool at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Benefits of Staying at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

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