Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Vicki Sauchinitz

The resort itself is beautiful and the cast members are great. We loved the boat access to Disney Springs and the grounds. Our issue was the room- do not book a royal room here. While the princess decor and headboards are beautiful, they are extremely outdated. Wall outlet covers were not secure, no USB ports in the room, old TV’s (ours was on Spanish news when we arrived), multiple chips and stains on furniture, our plugs fell right out of the outlets, ironing board was ripped and stained and the AC was caked with dust and what looked like mold. The beds were comfortable though, and the room was spacious with enough room for four. The bed closest to the bath should be moved over, allowing more than six inches to get out of bed without hitting the wall. Storage was also lacking- there were three drawers in the dresser and a shelf above the bathroom sinks. We were on a bounce back offer and still paid almost $900 for two nights here which was way overpriced. After asking the front desk we were told all royalty rooms were like this and were due for renovation next year. The location of the total rooms were close to the main lobby. We ate at the quick service location and the food was good but they are very busy in the evening. We waited almost 40 minutes for our mobile order.

Jessica M

Had the most magical Disney vacation and Port Orleans was a huge part of that! We loved everything about the hotel! The rooms were great and I loved how even though it’s a large resort, it was still so peaceful and beautiful. The pools were perfect (and so much fun), and there were also so many other wonderful amenities offered by the resort (fishing hole, movies, arcade, boat rides etc). The food was great (and when mobile ordering, the food was always ready on time, even during rushes with guests returning from parks etc)! And every single cast member we met during our stay was fantastic, kind, and always willing to help answer any questions we had. Highly recommend this resort and hope to be back in the future!

Bas Schilders

Despite having booked in for the Magic Kingdom, this was actually very convenient. Good sized rooms, plenty of parking and a central shopping/dining district within walking distance with lots of food options. Nice pool area with a bar next to it and 3 lifeguards!! The resort has direct buses to all the parks, including Magic Kingdom as well as a boat service to the resort next to it if you want a change of scenery or different dining options. The room was big enough, with a fold down bed for kids. Plenty of room for suitcases and even a table and a few chairs. The only downside was that you have to carry your luggage either up the stairs to level 2 or up 4 steps if you're on ground level. The luggage trolley cannot be wheeled to the room.

LaCosta Brown

Port Orleans Riverside could not have been a better place for my family and I to stay for our Disney trip. The rooms were clean, the service was top notch. My kids had the best time in the several pools they have. The scenery around the buildings was absolutely gorgeous. I could go back and stay there a week on vacation and not have to go a single place else. Very helpful and accommodating staff. I don't have a single bad thing to say about Port Orleans Riverside at all. Also, for a place that is housing many families of all ages, it was extremely quite and calm. Fantastic place all around.

Casey Hoffman

It's Disney...need I say more?! Just kidding, this resort is absolutely breath taking!! It is so clean and the cast members are all so nice, they go out of their way to say hello or good morning to you. They go above and beyond to meet your every need. The room had everything we needed in it, it was very spacious, multiple outlets, we didn't have to visit the front desk to check in or out! The dining hall had quite the assortment of selections so you dont get bored eating the same thing everyday. There is boat transportation to Disney Springs which is such a peaceful and romantic ride. And there is bus transportation (from 4 bus stops) to all 4 Disney Parks, the water parks, and Disney Springs. Everything is clearly marked and basically any other questions or help you need can be found in the My Disney Experience app including a detailed map which shows you exactly where you are at all times. I have stayed at this resort twice now and I will keep coming back!!