Disney'S Port Orleans Resort - Riverside - Lake Buena Vista

3-star Southern-themed Disney resort with boat access to Disney Springs and free shuttle to all parks

Accommodation & Theme

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside offers accommodations set within Magnolia Bend mansion buildings and Alligator Bayou rustic cottages, each decorated in a distinct Southern Louisiana style. The resort's 2,048 rooms include Royal Rooms themed around Princess Tiana, featuring a fiber-optic fireworks display above the headboard and a hidden firefly lamp. Guests can choose wood-view, river-view, or preferred room locations that shorten walking distance to the main lobby and dining areas.

Recreation & Activities

The resort operates a 0.9-acre Ol' Man Island pool complex with a two-story water slide, a separate children's pool, and a hot tub open until late evening. Outdoor activities include canoe rentals along the Sassagoula River, catch-and-release fishing, and a tour or class about local culture available through the concierge. A fitness center and a spa offering wellness treatments are open to guests, and the property also provides a minimarket for convenience items.

Children & Family

A dedicated children's playground sits near the main pool area, and babysitting services can be arranged through the concierge for parents needing an evening out. The resort offers specialized children's programming such as supervised games, tie-dye shirt making, and slime creation at the poolside. Family-friendly features include the ability to book adjoining rooms, a crib upon request, and a full-service laundry facility with ironing service.

Dining & Entertainment

Boatwright's Dining Hall serves Southern-inspired cuisine in a full-service setting, including dishes like jambalaya and fried okra, while the Riverside Mill Food Court offers quick-service breakfast, lunch, and dinner with multiple stations. The Pool Bar at Ol' Man Island provides drinks and light snacks, and the River Roost Lounge features nightly live entertainment with piano performer Yeehaw Bob. The resort also hosts an evening campfire where guests can toast marshmallows and make s'mores.

Transportation & Location

Free Disney bus service connects the resort to all four theme parks, water parks, and Disney Springs, with four internal bus stops spread across the property. A complimentary boat launch also runs directly to Disney Springs via the Sassagoula River, providing a scenic alternative to the buses. The resort sits 3.7 km from Disney Springs, 4.5 km from Disney's Boardwalk, and 5.2 km from Walt Disney World, with Orlando International Airport 32 km away.

• Theme: Southern Louisiana-style buildings with Royal Princess Tiana rooms
• Pools: Ol' Man Island complex with 2-story water slide, children's pool, and hot tub
• Activities: Canoe rentals, catch-and-release fishing, and cultural classes
• Family: Children's playground, babysitting, supervised games, and campfire s'mores
• Dining: Boatwright's Dining Hall, Riverside Mill Food Court, and Pool Bar
• Transport: Free Disney buses to all parks and boats to Disney Springs
• Location: 3.7 km from Disney Springs, 5.2 km from Walt Disney World