Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

4 star hotel

moderate

Disney Springs Area

Tripadvisor score

8150 Reviews

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Why we love it

The theming is grand and classical, yet still very Disney at the same time. Aside from all the wonderful dining and leisure experiences that this Moderate Hotel offers, one of our absolute favourite things has to be the decor of the rooms. The very special Disney princess themed Royal Guest Rooms really add a little extra magic to your holiday.

Hotel facilities and benefits

    • Babysitting Service (extra charge)
    • Bar
    • Bike Rentals (extra charge)
    • Children’s Playground
    • Concierge Services
    • Free Park Shuttle
    • Free Parking
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Games Room (extra charge)
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Jogging Trail
    • Laundry facilities
    • Pool with Slide
    • Quick-Service Dining
    • Restaurants
    • Swimming Pool
    • Table-service Dining
    • Wheelchair Access

    Overview

    Southern mansions and bayou accommodations line the Sassagoula River at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort. Delight in a picturesque setting that evokes the romance of rural Louisiana of the late 1800’s. This charming Southern-style resort is well positioned just a stone’s throw from Disney Springs and Epcot and on days off from the parks, there are six swimming pools to enjoy including Ol’ Man Island, a 3.5-acre refuge with a swimmin’ hole, a fishin’ hole and a 95 foot-long rustic waterslide built into the millwork. Bike and boat rentals are available onsite and the 1.6km jogging trail along the Sassagoula River provides a great opportunity for a stroll with the family. Dine on hearty Southern-style specialities and family-friendly American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Along with its sister property, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort French Quarter, Disney's Port Orleans Resort offers great value for money for a fabulous Disney holiday.

     

    • Magic Touches

      Take advantage of the unlimited complimentary transportation to the Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks either via road or water. When away from the magical parks, take time to cycle around the resort, take a boat journey or better still relax on a horse-drawn carriage!

    • Dining

      Enjoy Southern-style cuisine at Boatwrights, the resorts full-service restaurant which is modelled after a boat-making warehouse or sip a late drink in the River Roost Lounge, an old farming exchange where southern gentleman would meet to discuss their deals on harvest wares. 

    • Room Upgrade

      • 5th Sleeper - extra space for larger families
      • Woods, Pool or River View
      • Preferred Room (Standard Room, but closer to all the resort amenities)
      • Royal Guest Rooms

    • Location

      Disney’s Port Orleans Resorts is located in the Disney Springs Resort area with direct access to the waterways for water taxi transportation to restaurants, entertainment venues and shopping. Epcot is the closest Walt Disney World Theme Park and guests have regular bus transport which runs approximately every 15 minutes.

    • Parking Charges

      Complimentary self-parking is available at this hotel.

    • Leisure Facilities

      • Ol' Man Island Feature Pool including a 95-foot waterslide
      • Children’s wet play area
      • Whirlpool hottub
      • 5 leisure pools - 3 in Alligator Bayou and 2 in Magnolia Bend
      • Playground and bike rental
      • Mile-long jogging trail along the Sassagoula River
      • Disney Movies Under the Stars
      • Campfire on de' Bayou - nightly old-fashioned family fun as you roast marshmallows by a crackling fire

    • Accessibility

      Wheelchair accessible are rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking.

    • Resort Address

      1251 Riverside Drive

      Lake Buena Vista

      Orlando

      32830

    • Our top tips

      Disney Resort Hotel, use Extra Magic Hours

      If you’re staying at a Disney Resort Hotel, use Extra Magic Hours – these give you the opportunity to escape the crowds and visit the parks outside of regular opening hours at no extra charge.

    From early April 2025 through the end of January 2026, guest rooms in the Magnolia Bend at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort Riverside will undergo refurbishment. During this time, guests may see or hear construction work in the area.

    Dining

    • Boatwright’s Dining Hall

      Boatwright’s Dining Hall

      A Giant boat hangs overhead in this restored warehouse once used for building ships. The casual dine restaurant overlooks the Sassagoula River and serves breakfast and dinner. Menu items include hearty breakfasts, steaks, prime rib, seafood dishes with delicious cajun flavours, Southern specialties plus there is a full-service bar. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made 180 days prior to your stay.

    • Riverside Mill Food Court

      Riverside Mill Food Court

      A working cotton press operated by a water wheel acts as the centrepiece of this food court. Several different stands serve many tastes from New Orleans including burgers, sandwiches, pasta, chicken dishes, salads, and more. There is also a country market loaded with pre-packaged items. Beer and wine are available. The food court is open from early morning to midnight and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

    • River Roost

      River Roost

      River Roost is a typically old-fashioned southern style lounge that offers live entertainment by the ever popular Yehaa Bob. Light snacks and other refreshments are also served. Open daily from late afternoon to midnight.

    • Pizza Delivery Service

      Pizza Delivery Service

      Perfect for that relaxed night in. Pizza, wings and more are available direct to your room during evening hours. 

    • Muddy Rivers Pool Bar

      Muddy Rivers Pool Bar

      Located next to the pool on Ol' Man Island, Muddy Rivers is the perfect place to relax. Sit back and enjoy the tranquil settings with one of the pool bar speciality cocktails, while the little ones have fun in the pool. 

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    • Easy to get the multi park tickets from Attraction tickets before going on your holiday. When you arrive at your holiday destination and go to the park (regardl SD of which one) you only need to queue once to get your access ticket but once this is done you can go straight through and only need to scan it when you enter the park. It is the same card for all Disney parks and if you have the Universal Studios booking this is a separate card for access. By booking via Attraction tickets I was able to purchase them gradually when money was saved so helped getting it all paid over each month before going away. Magic Kingdom is an amazing place, loads of rides, shops and excellent places to eat or get snacks. There are several rides for people in wheelchairs although some you need to transfer from either electric to manual plus from wheelchair to ride.

      Trusted Customer reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 10 Jul, 2025

    • Booked a multi park tickets via Attraction tickets several months before our holiday. It was easy to do and allowed me to spread the cost before going. I purchased tickets as and when I had saved the money. Once you arrive at your first park you redeem your park access tickets (one covers all your Disney parks and separate ticket for Universal Studios). Once this is done you can go straight to the entrance every time you go to a ark, scan and go into the park. Epcot has loads of rides, several people in wheelchairs can go on ( although some you have to transfer onto the ride). Be prepared to have sore feet as there is a lot of walking.

      Trusted Customer reviewed Epcot 10 Jul, 2025

    • Easy to purchase multi park tickets from Attraction tickets. I purchased this several months before our holiday allowing me to pay before we departed. You can spread the cost by purchasing one at a time if you want. On arrival at your first day at any park you just need to provide your booking details from Attraction tickets and you are given a credit size entrance tickets which is used for entrance to all parks (separate one is needed if you are going to Universal Studios) but all work the same. Animal Kingdom has several rides and live shows (the Lion King is my favourite). They do have rides that people in their wheelchairs can go on but they are mostly need to transfer onto rides.

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 10 Jul, 2025

    • Getting tickets before my holiday from Attraction tickets was a lot better. You can purchased different items at different times splitting the cost as and when you have the money. The multi park tickets is really handy, you only have to queue once at the ticket office then you are given a credit sign card which you scan every time you enter a Disney Park. Disney Hollywood park is amazing with loads of rides and excitement live shows but be prepared to walk a lot and on occasions wait in a queue. Many rides are open to people in wheelchairs but you may have to transfer from electric to manual and in some from that onto a ride.

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 10 Jul, 2025

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    • Fun theme to a water park, delicious pina colada style cocktail. Good raft slides.

      Dee Mills reviewed Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park 09 Jul, 2025

    • The classic aweosmith coaster and tower of terror are still super cool! I love midway mania in toy story land, its a shooting game with a difference- one not to miss.the star wars area is amazing, so well made, feels like you're in the movies.

      Dee Mills reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 09 Jul, 2025

    • Great ticket prices, easy to purchase and redeem. Blizzard beach itself was so much fun, loads of cool slides, shady beds and seating under trees, super chill vibes.

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