Port Orleans Riverside trades the buzz of the Disney bubble for something slower-paced and distinctly Southern. The resort splits between two very different feels: the grand white-column mansions of Magnolia Bend and the rustic backwoods cottages of Alligator Bayou, all set along the Sassagoula River. A short walk connects you to sister resort French Quarter, where you can pick up beignets and gumbo without leaving the property. The pool area, Ol' Man Island, is a genuine highlight — a three-acre spot with a sawmill waterslide, a catch-and-release fishing hole, and evening campfires. Royal Guest Rooms add a princess-and-Tiana theme for younger Disney fans, and the resort is one of the few on property that welcomes dogs. Worth noting: room refurbishments are ongoing from May 2025 through August 2027, so some disruption is possible.
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Port Orleans Riverside
Can guests walk from Port Orleans Riverside to the theme parks?
No—Port Orleans Riverside is not within walking distance of the theme parks, and walking is not recommended.
Is the Port Orleans Riverside ferry to Disney Springs free?
Yes. The complimentary ferry service between Port Orleans resorts and Disney Springs is free of charge.
How long will Port Orleans Riverside's room refurbishments continue?
Port Orleans Riverside's room refurbishments will continue through August 2027, and the work may cause ongoing disruption during that period.
What is the Ol' Man Island pool complex at Port Orleans Riverside like?
The Ol' Man Island pool complex at Port Orleans Riverside is a three-acre area that features a sawmill waterslide, a catch-and-release fishing hole, and evening campfires.
How is Port Orleans Riverside split?
Port Orleans Riverside is split between Magnolia Bend, which features white-column mansions, and Alligator Bayou, which features rustic backwoods cottages along the Sassagoula River.
What resort group does Port Orleans Riverside belong to?
Port Orleans Riverside is part of the Walt Disney World resort group.
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