Should YOU Stay at Disney World's Port Orleans Riverside? 

I have stayed at so many different hotels on Disney properties over the years, from value to all deluxe. Riverside is by far our families number one resort. Yee Haw Bob is one of the biggest draws. We do not normally spend a lot of time at our resorts so we book just the amount of days we will be using the parks. When we stay at POR I book for two weeks with 10 days of park tickets. That gives us four days at our resort that we love. Always my number one choice.🎉❤🇨🇦🍁👩‍🦽

This resort is the ONLY reason I was able to get my husband back to Disney! We aren't people who do well with crowds. Being outside, and in the quiet is always our preference. Riverside gave us that. When we were completely worn out from all the people in the parks, Riverside was incredibly relaxing to come back to. My kids enjoyed looking for lizards, and riding the boats. And we could even see the nightly fireworks from the right spots!

I stayed at Riverside in a Royal room by myself with the river view on the 1st floor, and I could not have been happier!! I stayed for 6 nights and transferred to another moderate resort, and I wish I would've stayed at Riverside. Not one complaint. I studied this channel before my trip (lol) and had the best vacation I could've ever planned. Hands down, Disney did it right and going for my birthday was phenomenal. Thank you for this channel! ❤️💃🦋

We've stayed here 7-8 times in Sept. each time in the "mansion" buildings (Magnolia Bend) one time in a Royal Room ... beautiful. Quiet and sprawling property. Great place for guests who would enjoy a serene morning jog. There are some adjoining rooms available in Magnolia Bend ... perfect for our family of seven. We love Port Orleans Riverside ❤

Absolutely, positively YES! Port Orleans is my go to comfort spot… beautiful sprawling walks, great live music at Scat Cat Lounge in French Quarter, and those beignets!!! I love the savory trio of beignet and dipping sauces in the lounge Much better than those specialty and regular ones sold in the cafe. Have a great Friday, y’all! 🎩🥂🖤

We got upgraded to a suite room when there a few years ago for no extra charge. The cast member at the front desk just kind of did it because our initial room wasn't ready lol. It was an amazing room

My mom and I stayed there (Alligator Bayou) many tears ago. She needed a wheelchair for mobility and the room worked very well. When we traveled, I would build in extra rest times for her. One afternoon she napped and I sat out on a bench by the river and read. Very relaxing. We ate at Boatwright’s several times. Dinner was OK but for breakfast they had the amazingly good sweet potato pancakes.

Just returned from a 10 day vacation to WDW and this is where we stayed. We absolutely loved it. The scenery was so beautiful and peaceful. The food court had lots of variety to choose from. And the rooms were very nice, spacious, and the beds were comfy. The bus system was easy and convenient. My only gripe was the lack of Port Orleans Riverside merch in the gift shop. Not bad if that is the only gripe! I would recommend this place to family and friends 10 out of 10 times!

We love this resort. This is home!!!! ❤ Christmas can't come fast enough

My wife, daughter, and I stayed here last month for a few nights and it was amazing. We loved everything that came with it. The proximity to French Quarter was great too. We did the horse carriage ride during sunset and it was such a great experience.

Stayed in Port Orleans Riverside a few years ago and loved it! it is a very peaceful, old south style environment in lush surroundings. Once we got used to utilizing the bus service, that was no problem at all (although we did not have children with us). We found that the food really was not optimal most of the resorts, but there are so many other choices on Disney property!

It was good to see Port Orleans, Alligator Bayou, and Magnolia Bend again! I never stayed there, but I did work on the construction crew building the first phase back in late 1990 to early 1992. I remember when Disney purchased an 100yr Old Oak Tree for Ol Man Island. Disney paid $3M from the original owner and hired specialists to dig up, transport and replant the old tree on Ol Man Island near the swimming pool. I didn't see it in the video there. I wondered if it had survived!

PO Riverside is a great place to stay if you’re doing a quiet laid back adult’s only trip. It’s very peaceful with incredible scenery. The boat rides to Disney Springs are a big perk. The multiple bus stops shorten walks (we never had any trouble with waits). And the YeeHaw Bob show might have been the most fun we had during our trip…no kidding! We had a blast.

I love the energy of this channel. It just keeps me excited to get back to Disney even though we just recently went twice in the last year and have another trip planned for this holiday season. I've gotten to the point of watching your videos everyday and it just keeps me happy and learning how to have a better trip next time. Thank you for all you do as your passion really shines through.

AJ, thank you for the fantastic overview! Our first Disney trip (2012) we stayed at AoA with our 5 & 7 year olds plus grandparents. It was fun but, wow so many people. No escape from all the action. 2015 just the four of us stayed at Riverside in a 5th room sleeper. Such tranquility. Kids loved the pool, it was nice to go to Disney Springs for many dining options. We returned in 2019 and it will always be our go-to resort (unless we win big in the lottery and then it will be Polynesian but even then I wonder if we would tire of all the people there).

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I worked at Riverside and French Quarter while in the DCP allll the way back in 2014! While I love both resorts, I enjoyed having the opportunity to walk through the luscious gardens and landscaping of Riverside. The resort is amazing and I’d absolutely stay as a guest. Thanks for covering one of my favorite Disney resorts (please do more)!

I'm staying here for 5 days in November. I am so happy you have these videos available for us. So much great info. Love DFBGuide.

My husband and I have only stayed at value resorts in the past, but we decided to stay at Riverside for our next trip later this year. We’re really looking forward to it. Thanks for this video. We love your channel!

Have this booked for July. Thanks for the video. Very informative.

My boyfriend and I just booked the royal room for this hotel for our trip next year and I could not be more excited!! He had stayed at French Quarter during his last trip with his family and it was easily his favorite. So excited to stay here!!

We love this resort! Have only stayed once but want to again. Stayed in the "mansion" section in the month of May. We had a beautiful magnolia tree, in bloom, outside our room, beautiful! Great quick serve😊

Loved Riverside! I’ve stayed at Grand Floridian and Contemporary, and I think I liked Riverside the best.

Your timing is impeccable AJ - literally just thought how much of a shame it was that I couldn't get your insight on my intended hotel, aha! Thank you so much! Just about to enjoy this video with a glass of wine in the bath!

Stayed here on my honeymoon. My wife and I booked a royal room so we could be fully immersed in Disney the whole trip. It was the perfect romantic resort.

Stayed here last year!! Absolutely loved it!!! So peaceful and beautiful!! Great quick service restaurant,loved the boat to Disney Springs. Would definitely go back!!

We loved Port Orleans Riverside! Our room was right next to the food court and lobby, so it was very convenient. It is a beautiful resort. We would stay there again for sure!

Riverside is our favorite hotel. So quiet and relaxing. ❤️

I have stayed at Port Orleans Riverside in the Alligator Bayou 10 times over the years. The first time I was there it was Dixie Landings. Love the casual vibe, the option of the quiet pools and the relaxing riverboat ride to Disney Springs. The food court is so spacious, you can always find a seat. When I arrive, I feel like I’m home and I already know how to get everywhere. My family has spent some of its best nights in the lounge being thoroughly entertained by YeeHaw Bob!

This is my favorite hotel-even better than the French Quarter. Lovely architecture and rooms, beautiful surroundings, great ambiance and food. The whole family really enjoys spending time on these grounds.

so funny to see this as we are staying here next week for my birthday! we stayed at french quarter a few months ago but the port orleans resorts just have the best value, so excited!!

We loved Port Orleans! My kids especially loved the boat ride over to Disney Springs😁

Me and the wife stayed there the last week of March and we loved it! We stayed at alligator bayou and the setting was very relaxing.

We stayed in one of the royal rooms! Very cool!!! Interestingly enough, that was spring 2019, when we literally decided to go to Disney over Spring Break and planned our trip less than a week before we went!! I assumed all the rooms at Riverside were like this! Didn't know until this video that we had a "fancy" room!!

I'm going to be staying here in a few weeks, and honestly I'm very glad to hear that it's secluded and more quiet. Major perk for me.

I love Port Orleans Riverside Alligator Bayou. It suits my outdoorsy, no-fuss personality with minimal IP. So it’s super-relaxing, an escape from the high-stimulation parks, with absolutely beautiful walks and vegetation. I’ve stayed there only as a solo older adult and always felt safe walking back from the bus stop in the dark. Being able to walk easily to POFQ is a real plus, and the boat to Disney Springs is really nice. But now that I’ve reached a certain point of age-related limitations, I’ve got to be able to return to my resort mid-day, and buses/bus stops or even ride share chew up way too much time. For this reason, I’ve now got to stay in a Deluxe resort very close to the parks.

Thank you AJ for this content 💕 We are going to stay in the Royal room for the first couple of nights since Poly was already booked. Cannot wait to see my daughter’s face when she sees the princess pictures on the wall 👑

I stayed at the royal suites in Ianuary and my god is it beautiful at night kind of like a quiet country side that looks amazing

My family of five stayed at Port Orleans Riverside just over a week ago and absolutely loved it! For future Disney trips, we will definitely return to this resort.

We love this resort and It's layed back atmosphere. We even have a favorite spot, we sit in the back porch rocking chairs morning and have our coffee and just relax.

We have stayed there 2x and now prefer it over Caribbean and AOA. You really feel like you can relax because doesn’t feel as crowded as others. The pools by our building, we called our neighborhood pool, was perfect for cooling off and hanging out while doing laundry. We also have a teenager that could take the boat to DS and without worry.

Stayed at Riverside on my last trip and I absolutely loved it! It was such a nice, chiller vibe then some of the other resorts. The rooms were super comfortable. I would 100% stay here again.

We stayed at Port Orleans Riverside this pass spring break and I must say, we enjoyed every minute of our stay at this resort! Already planning to return next year, can't wait!

Staying there right now..

I loved it! So pretty!

Will be staying here for the first time next week. Looking forward to it.

We just booked a room here right before y’all posted this vid. Perfect timing 😊

This is where we are staying in 3 weeks! So glad for your timing with this one 😁

My family and I usually stay at the wilderness lodge on most of our trips. I’ve always wondered about what it would be like at this resort.

I stayed there (before Covid) and it was a Royal river view room! My daughter loved the pictures of the princesses! I didn’t like the restaurant, but it’s a beautiful resort! I would recommend!

I’ve stayed at all star sports, port Orleans in a royal room and animal kingdom is a basic room! Port Orleans is my favorite and will definitely be back! LOVE IT!

We stayed here in January and it was absolutely beautiful and the people were so incredibly friendly. Food was great.

I stayed at this resort and loved it, the laid back atmosphere was perfect. Have you done a video on Disney's Coronado springs yet? I really want to stay there, but I would love to hear what your thoughts and review of this resort .

We stayed at Port Orleans Riverside in January 2022 and loved it. I loved it more than I thought I would. It's beautiful and peaceful and taking the boat to Disney Springs was a fun change of pace. It does take a bit longer riding the bus with so many stops, but we actually got to rope drop Disney Hollywood Studios so we could snag a great spot in line for Rise of the Resistance.

POFQ is EASILY our favorite of the Moderate resorts; we have stayed there several times. Being nice and small (comparatively) is a nice plus!

Great to see this video , just booked this resort today for 2024 😊

Talk about timing. I booked our holiday to Riverside the same day this video came out. We planned on going in 2020 but had to cancel because of covid. After that, I never thought we would be able to afford to go back. We've stayed in FQ three times (which includes our honeymoon) and Carribean once, so this will be the first time staying at Riverside. I'm so excited I'm counting down the days. 479 days to go.

We are staying here for 14 nights in May. So excited!!!

Absolutely love it there!

I hate that there are no comforters any more.. went twice last year and each stay - each hotel... Just the bed sheets.. I have finally wised up and brought a blanket for each bed.. Nice fluffy and big enough for each bed.... thank god I drive up instead of flying.. okay anyway... THIS hotel is super cute love the boat too nice alternative to going to Disney Springs (Forever I will call Downtown Disney I am sorry) --- we love the lazy vibe of this property!! @Disney please bring back DAILY maid service

Defenitly my go to hotel, for the busses, if you stay in the bayou, you walk to the west stop (last one and probably standing up) in the morning and you get off at the south at night (first stop) so i never felt like trasportation was an issue

Staying in August for the first time. Have stayed at POFQ multiple times. Can’t wait!

Excited for this one. We stay in the Royal Rooms in Aug

Stayed there in Feb for a quick trip. It was a good value with the 5th sleeper.

My name is Steve, from Sacramento , California. 2022 stayed at POR just great ! Large resort and not the feeling of crowds. We were there 10 days. Easy to get to the parks via WDW bus system and lazy boat ride to DS. In the past have stay at All Stars , Old Key West , Contempory. Will be there Nov 27 -Dec 5 this year, our 9th trip to WDW. Staying at WDW Resort is the way to go ! Our trips are ALWAYS between mid October and Mid December. For us, best place to stay.

Although it’s been more than a couple of decades since I’ve been able to stay here, this is my favorite of all of WDW’s resorts. At least of those I’ve stayed at. The theming is first rate and really enhanced our experience. In most ways it felt like a deluxe resort on a moderate budget. Even when I don’t stay here, I always find a way to visit, get a carriage ride, and maybe have a meal at Boatwright’s. I recommend it heartily.

We’ve stayed at almost every resort on property, and POR never disappoints. Great stay, good value.

Ate at Boatwrights on our last trip and was very impressed! I think it was one of the top meals I’ve ever had on property

It’s my go to for sure - stayed there over 8 times- and again in 5 weeks!

Got my reservations for August can’t wait!

Absolutely loved this resort

Wow! Ten years makes a big difference. My first time back in 2013 as an adult I stayed Port Orleans. It wasn’t even $200 per night then (October when school is in). It wasn’t great (just not my cup of tea) so I tried the Coronado the next year and was hooked, even before the tower. I just recommend, unless you’re handicapped, reserve the second floor (for most resorts) because I’ve had too many critters follow me into our room.

Stayed there in 2016 and loved it. Little swimming pools everywhere. Too bad it’s so expensive now

We loved our stay here! The rooms are tiny, but if you don’t plan on being in them much, they are perfect.

We always stay here in a standard room. Disney buses to the parks and Disney Springs is super easy from here or you can take to riverboat to the springs.

I have so many memories in the Dixie Landing resort lol it will always be called that for our family ❤❤❤❤❤❤ nothing like staying inside the magic!

My family of 5 just stayed in the riverside 5th sleeper and granted we weren’t there much but when we were the family enjoyed it. Wasn’t as big as everyone claimed. The only trouble we had was the toilet and shower part of the restroom was a little small but loved the sink and mirror being out of the toilet room

I am a huge Port Orleans Riverside fan! My husband & I stayed here on our first trip to Disney World. I’m a little surprised that AJ of all people forgot to mention the horseback carriage rides available here & at French Quarter.

It is my favorite place to stay. If I could get the platform bed frame in the river view rooms I would in a heartbeat. That place is my second home. It makes me want to cry not being there. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else. Also I love the Tiana theme, it fits so perfect and the music on the tv with the moving image of the main building was the only thing we had on the tv the entire time.

We've stayed at two Disney hotels in the past and Riverside was our first. I loved it. Animal Kingdom Lodge was the next and I enjoyed it, too. We're a family of six now though and just can't afford Disney hotels because we have to book two rooms (or pay deluxe prices for Art of Animation, which isn't gonna happen ever.)

I stayed there when it was a value resort & called " Dixie Landings " . The restaurant was great, the bed frames were country aka fort wilderness style for the cheapest rooms. $69 The high end choices were more " Gone with the Wind " style. At these prices, never again.

Awesome video. I recently changed my room from the little mermaid art of animation to royal rooms. A cast member suggested it. I Have a good feeling I made the right decision. I’m taking my nieces for a first time Disney Trip at the end of June. Both big princess fans.

Love this resort I miss Disney I need to go back haha

My favorite! We've been staying at Riverside since the 90s when it was called Dixie Landings!

We stayed at Coronado this year and are planning our next trip. We loved Coronado and are trying to decide if we should stick to that one again or try port orleans riverside now.

PO Riverside is my FAVE moderate resort. So charming!

Stayed there in Jan 22 for 2 nights then 1 at grand floridian loved it though it was my friends first time at Disney and we were there to do Hollywood and epcot 1st day then at floridian magic kingdom. Took riverboat to Disney springs to get prime rib cos restaurant was fully booked and loved the travel. We both loved mickey waffles. She just doesn't like carrying luggage upstairs it's my only complaint. Would have loved to use pool but no time

Great resort another plus is it's across from the pet resort easy to stop in and check on furry friends.

I’m a new sub I love Disney as well and love learning about them and there parks I’ve also heard some conspiracy theories about them anyway regardless what everyone says about them I enjoy them keep up the good work

PORS is my fams fav and we are hopefully going in Sept!! Can't wait..home away from home!! 🥰🐊

I still call it Dixie Landings. Stayed there many many times. Love the southern setting and laid back vibe.

We stayed here before and we loved the royal room!!🎉❤

I have stayed at Riverside and love it!

In 2017 my family stayed at POFQ primarily for the compact size, easy one stop bus-to-parks option and the boat to Disney Springs. I think we paid around $217 a night for a standard view room. If you are going to WDW for the parks, why pay so much for a room you will be spending little time in?

My wife and I stayed here for our honeymoon, and we loved every second of it

Stayed in one of the 5-person sleepers in Alligator Bayou in ‘15 and it was great. Sadly, I didn’t take advantage of the amenities. There’s always next time though!

Loved my stay there. Just wished I enjoyed the place more on my off days

I disagree with a lot of comments I really feel like they need to upgrade riverside and the french quarter!! N.O has so much extraordinary culture to sample from that It seems kind of dull when you compare it other resorts like the Polynesian that fully encompassed Pacific islander culture. They’re opening a Tiana’s place in Disneyland they absolutely need to bring it here to Port Orleans along with other details from The princess in the frog movie

I stay here during Christmas in 2021. Its even more gorgeous.

I stay here or Wilderness Lodge, depending on my budget. I probably stayed here 3-4x and really enjoy it.