Resort Showcase – Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort

Just look for the water wheel at Port Orleans Riverside’s main hub for dining, transportation, and entertainment at your home base resort.

Step over the threshold of Port Orleans Riverside Resort and into the charming world of the Louisiana bayou.

Opened in 1992, this Moderate resort is divided between the plantation-style mansions of Magnolia Bend and quaint wooden guest houses of Alligator Bayou. The grounds are thick with lush greenery, and antebellum-inspired buildings that sit along the picturesque Sassagoula River.

The welcoming atmosphere is woven throughout the resort upon the moment of check-in, from guest rooms to dining to entertainment, and mirrors the hospitality of nearby sister resort, Port Orleans French Quarter.

Details from Princess and the Frog are sprinkled throughout many of the guest rooms.

Guests of Port Orleans Riverside can choose from Standard rooms with either double Queen or single King beds. These rooms are available with views ranging from Standard, to Woods, Pool or River views.

Traveling with an extra guest? There are also a number of Standard rooms outfitted for a fifth sleeper, with views of Woods or Standard resort areas.

For added convenience, Preferred Rooms are located closer to the Sassagoula Steamboat Company, dining, shopping and transportation. All Preferred Rooms offer fifth sleeper options, as well.

Port Orleans Riverside is also home to the Royal Guest Rooms, with extra-magical touches themed around Tiana and her princess friends. One of our favorite parts of these rooms are the headboards, which light up to give guests a whimsical fireworks display, right in their own room.

Port Orleans Riverside is outfitted with all of the comforts and amenities that you’d expect from a Disney Moderate resort. Inside, find hair dryers, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards, beverage coolers, and signature toiletries.

Outside, cool off after a hot day at the parks over at Ol’ Man Island, where a 95-foot long waterslide and swimming hole await, along with a hot tub, pool bar and kiddie pool to satisfy everyone in your group.

If you’re looking for a quieter oasis, hop over to one of five leisure pools spread across Alligator Bayou and Magnolia Bend.

Guests of Port Orleans Riverside can take advantage of these additional resort amenities:

Heading to Disney Springs? Hop on the water taxi for a relaxing ride down the Sassagoula River.

Port Orleans Riverside is serviced by both the Disney Bus Transportation system, as well as water taxis that can bring you to and from Disney Springs.

If you’re looking for a more direct option, ride share services and Minnie Vans are also available to get around property.

Of course, you can always choose to rent or bring your own car, as complimentary overnight parking has recently returned to Walt Disney World resorts.

Four onsite drink and dining options are available to guests of Port Orleans Riverside. You’ll find menus peppered with southern-style comfort food, hearty flavors and a kick of extra spice.

Counter & Quick Service

Riverside Mill Food Court – All-day food court serving up American comfort food, pizza, pasta, grill items, handhelds, and grab ‘n’ go options for when you’re on the clock.

Muddy Rivers – Rustic pool bar complete with cold beers, frozen drinks and specialty cocktails that’ll remind you of life on the bayou.

Table Service & Lounges

River Roost – Full-service bar and lounge complete with light appetizers and fan-favorite sing-along piano entertainment.

Boatwright’s Dining Hall – Southern comfort food is on the menu at this casual supper spot.

Port Orleans Riverside is an ideal oasis for those who seek a comforting place to rest their head and feel like they’ve arrived home. The quiet grounds and overall hospitality keep us coming back to this resort again and again, and leave us feeling refreshed even after a marathon of park hopping.