$156 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 21, 2013 Check-out: Jun 23, 2013

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

4 stars
1251 Riverside Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
162 reviews
Great Disney Resort

Riverside has to be one of the best resorts we have stayed in at Disney World. See full review

  • Bradly63
  • May 6, 2013
Loved it!!

Beautiful landscape and pools. Very peaceful! I would definitely stay here again. The staff was... See full review

  • More disney trips
  • Apr 26, 2013
Return to the charming days of riverboats and Mark Twain as you discover this moderately priced resort. Courtly pillars, grand staircases and splendid gardens blend with the Mississippi-style waterways and gracious Southern hospitality. "Mosey over" to Alligator Bayou and discover its rustic architecture, front porches and meandering walkways. A stocked fishing hole, country-style pool, flowered fields and two-story cottages create the nostalgic romance of down-home charm. Resort features 2,048 guest rooms, pool with slide, five quiet pools and one kiddie pool, arcade, playground, bicycle rentals, family fishing hole and a marina with watercraft rentals. Rooms are available for guests with disabilities.

Complimentary Wi-Fi service is now available in all Walt Disney World Resort hotels. Guests will now be able to access complimentary Wi-Fi in their rooms as well as in select common areas within the resort hotel, including restaurant locations, bus load zones, feature pools, arcades, convention spaces (if applicable) and the porte cochere.

Disney Hotel Resort guests also enjoy their Extra Magic Hours Benefit. On select days, Disney Resort hotel guests can enter a Disney Theme Park an hour early-and on select evenings, enjoy a Park up to two hours after regular closing time. That's when lines may be shorter and the weather can be more comfortable. Guests have time for a midday break or a dip in the pool. Then the gang will be ready to head back to the same Theme Park for more fun! Don't forget your Magic Your Way Tickets with Park Hopper Option! The Park Hopper option is the only way you will be able to fully enjoy the Extra Magic Hours Benefit when the extra hours in the morning is a different Disney theme park than the extra hours in the evening.

Disney Hotel Resort guests receive complimentary Disney's Magical Express Service for roundtrip airport shuttle from Orlando International Airport, luggage delivery and airline check in*. To book Disney's Magical Express Service visit Disney's Magical Express Service Web site at www.disneysmagicalexpress.com/US to register once you have completed your booking. Luggage delivery service will be provided for Disney's Magical Express to Walt Disney World Resort for a resort stay who arrive on flights beginning at 5 a.m. until 10 p.m. You will receive your luggage tags and the Airport Transportation Information Booklet with specific direction and general information.
* Resort Airline Check-In Guests will be subject to the airline's checked bag fees policy.

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside Rooms

Royal Guest Room - Gardenview
It's where all your royal Disney friends stay! Each room makes you feel as though you're a character in the Disney stories you love. Magical Fireworks swirl about you as you recline in ornately decorated beds. Adorning the walls are Princely Banners, a magical painting and memories of Tiana and her friends displayed in exquisite frames. Your family will be swept up in a truly royal experience. Courtyard or garden view rooms with two queen beds or one king-sized bed with Television, hair dryer, coffee maker, ironing board/iron, refrigerator, ceiling fan, in-room safe, table and chairs and clock radio. Microwave (on request, surcharge). Crib (on request). Nonsmoking.
Water View
Rooms offer views of a pool or lake. Features two queen beds, table and chairs, ceiling fan, vanity area with sink and a bathroom. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board and refrigerator. Banquette beds (35" x 65") may accomodate a child age 3-9 in the Alligator Bayou rooms.

Maximum occupancy - 4 people
King Room
Maximum occupancy - 2 people
River View
Two queen beds. River view. Table and chairs. Television. Refrigerator and coffeemaker. Hair dryer. Clock radio. In-room safe. Ceiling fan. Crib (on request). Nonsmoking.

Maximum occupancy - 4 people
Preferred Room
Two queen beds. Varied view. Close to main lobby than standard room. Table and chairs. Television. Refrigerator and coffeemaker. Hair dryer. Clock radio. In-room safe. Ceiling fan. Crib (on request). Nonsmoking.

Maximum occupancy - 4 people
Standard View
Rooms offer views of a courtyard, garden, woodland or parking area. Features two queen beds, table and chairs, ceiling fan, vanity area with sink and a bathroom. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board and refrigerator. Banquette beds (35" x 65") may accomodate a child age 3-9 in the Alligator Bayou rooms.

Maximum occupancy - 4 people

Amenities

  • FREE internet
  • FREE airport shuttle
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
Concierge
Elevators
Activities
Outdoor pool
Golf
Game room
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Laundry service
Babysitting/Child services
Safe deposit box
Tour desk
Gift shop
Currency exchange
Internet
FREE internet
Transportation
FREE airport shuttle
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant
Accessible facilities
Wheel chair access
Service animals allowed
Accessible parking
Public areas wheelchair accessible for disabled
Handicapped parking
Wheelchair accessible elevators
Visual emergency alarm for hearing impaired guest
Ramp access to buildings
Brailled elevators

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Hotel Map

28.3855 -81.5365
Area served
WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort
Nearby airports
MCO - Orlando International Airport
Area description
DOWNTOWN DISNEY Resort Area

Nearby points of interest

  • Typhoon Lagoon: 1.5 mi

Dining

Arcadian Pizza Express
Pizza delivery to Guests' rooms at Port Orleans offered from 4pm to midnight.
Boatwright's Dining Hall
Taste of Southern-style cooking and American favorites. Unique setting surrounded by shipbuilding artifacts, fireplace and view of our Southern Trace bakery.
Muddy Rivers - Ol' Man Island (Poolside)
Hot dogs, popcorn and specialty drinks.
Food Court
Burgers and chicken entrees, bakery items including cookies, ice cream and sundaes, BBQ chicken and red beans & rice, ribs, pizza, pasta and salads.
River Roost (Lounge)
Full bar, cocktail service, specialty drinks, hors d'oeuvres.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (162)

Ratings and reviews for Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Overall score

4 / 5
162 out of 162
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.3
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
4.1
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.9

86% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Bradly63
Central MN
May 6, 2013

Great Disney Resort

Riverside has to be one of the best resorts we have stayed in at Disney World.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

4
loanguy
Virginia
May 3, 2013

Nice resort but be prepared to walk

Stayed there for 5 nights in late April 2013. Resort is clean and rooms were nice but tight. The bathroom was very crammed and the beds were more like a double size mattress instead of queen sized. Bed not overly comfortable but after spending long days at the park getting a few hours sleep was not an issue. Dining Hall was adequate but a bit pricey and not a huge variety. Overall the stay was enjoyable . On short notice and travelling with a 6 year old I wanted to stay at a more kid friendly resort closer to the parks, but this one worked out fine, even though I ended up spending much more than originally planned

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Long walk from hotel

A bit of a hike to get back from bus drop off and to hotel with a tired child after spending long days at park

Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

5
More disney trips
Birmingham al
Apr 26, 2013

Loved it!!

Beautiful landscape and pools. Very peaceful! I would definitely stay here again. The staff was extremely helpful and the location was great.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

5
mama2aandj
Massachusetts
Apr 22, 2013

Great time

. Our room had a nice view, it was clean and nicely appointed. The staff was wonderful. There were no issues with check in and everything went as planned. It was a great experience and one I would recommend to anyone considering it!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

4
suetckd
northeast pennsylvania
Apr 14, 2013

Alot for the price

i didn't want to stay at the Disney all star, music etc. resorts. i had looked at the room footage and decided they were too small. So i figured the moderate priced hotels were bigger and not that much more money. i really made the right decision with Port Orleans. the rooms were much bigger than i thought and as always when you stay on Disney property, packed with all the little amenities that make Disney the place to stay. From the greeting in the lobby at check in to the upgraded room( i went off season) for the money a terrific alternative to the too crowded economy hotels.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
5
Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

4
Gomeslim
Miami, Florida
Apr 8, 2013

Pretty good

Very good hotel, clean, friendly, nice rooms. Only thing that could be better is that your room can be very far away from the lobby/bus stop.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

5
Larry and Sue
Menomonee Falls Wisconsin
Apr 7, 2013

Our room was the best ever as we have stayed there before and were not as happy as this time.

Everything went so smoothly and the person checking us in was fantastic!! The room location was great and the room was so clean! We were very happy

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Not Applicable

We were able to eat in the new Beauty and the Beast Castle and it was a great experience.

Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

5
Loves to travel Pam
Liverpool, NY
Apr 1, 2013

Peaceful Retreat

The hotel is beautifully nestled in a natural wooded setting. This creates a peaceful atmosphere. So nice to be away from the hustle and bustle of the Orlando area. Very clean and comfortable. Enjoyed it greatly, I will go again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

4
I like vacation
Plymouth, MA
Mar 26, 2013

Loved it.

I've been to Disney many times in the past. The past couple of times I've stayed at a moderate resort. This is by far my favorite moderate resort. Loved the theme. All of the buildings were plantation mansions. Very appealing to walk around. The boat to downtown disney also was an added bonus. If you're looking for a decent quick meal for breakfast and lunch, the cafe was reasonably priced. Would definitely stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Time-saving tip: In Hotel

If you want a seat on the bus or don't want it to be full, catch the bus at the south entrance near the main lobby.

Review of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside

Reviewer score

5
Ikesgrl
Scranton, PA
Mar 25, 2013

A much needed vacation

We were very impressed from the moment we were picked up at the airport on Disneys Magical Express and greeted at the door by name upon arrival. Everyone was very helpful & courteous. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Boat wrights was a very good restaurant. We enjoyed Jambalaya the first night and prime rib another evening for dinner. We loved the transportation system the best. The water taxis and buses were very efficient.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
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