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Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort: Basics

Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter is a moderate Walt Disney World resort in the Disney Springs area.

True to its name, Port Orleans French Quarter has the theme of the New Orleans French Quarter with a touch of Mardi Gras.

Here guests will find wrought iron railings, manicured lawns, cobbled streets, streetlights and magnolias on the banks of the Sassagoula River.

This resort is unique because its sister resort, Port Orleans Riverside, is right next door. Both resorts are among the last to reopen after the closure of Walt Disney World in March 2020.

Our Port Orleans French Quarter Resort room

Our park reporter, Chrissy, was recently staying in the French Quarter of Port Orleans when she reopened to experience Disney’s vision of Crescent City.

Chrissy was staying in a garden view room in Building 2, priced at $ 293.40, taxes and fees included on December 14, 2021.

Ready for the big revelation? The bedroom space in room 2202 was 19 feet 7 inches long x 12 feet 8 inches wide.

The furniture in the room consists of:

• 2 double beds
• 1 table with 2 chairs
• 1 bench
• 1 shelf with pegs
• 1 bedside table

In addition, the room offers a total of 11 plugs and 6 USB ports.

Like most Disney Resorts these days, there is plenty of space under the two beds to store luggage; and yes, your children will not only jump on these beds, they will also crawl under them. You have been warned.

Each bed has four pillows with an extra sealed blanket and a pillow in the closet / bathroom space.

In addition, according to the TouringPlans room review standard, Chrissy checked the dates, marks, and condition of the mattresses and bedding in the room.

The mattress was a BeautyRest and in good condition. He also shared pictures of the labels and markings on the blankets, sheets and pillows:

The oldest sheets were dated February 2019, but still appeared to be in good condition.

Also, as a special touch, I was waiting at the table for a Hidden Mickey made of Mardi Gras pearls. Who wouldn’t like a free, thematic record?

The flat-screen TV in the room was a 52-inch Samsung. Surprisingly, this is actually bigger than the TV Chrissy had in her room at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge earlier this year.

The TV was attached to a movable arm with cable connection / access at the back.

This is great if you’re traveling with a Roku device, Amazon Fire TV, or anything else that sticks to your TV.

The room also includes a two-cup Cuisinart coffee maker with filter packs.

Coffee (both regular and decaffeinated), tea, plastic cups and polystyrene foam, sugar and cream are offered. The shop window itself was 5 feet 6 inches x 2 feet wide.

Here’s a look at the hidden mini-fridge in the room.

I can’t say I love these air conditioning units, but at least they match the room?

Also, keep in mind that the curtain hanging over the bedroom window doesn’t lock. all of that Florida sun.

Speaking of which, Chrissy did light readings all over the room, all LUX. Here’s what he discovered:

• Double curtains, one transparent and one opaque, both closed and all lights off in the room = 10.4
• Table and chairs with lights on 189
• Comfortable near coffee machine with lights on 74.8
• Pillow with lights 194.5
• Bedside table with lights 223
• Bathroom handkerchief with lights 347

He also assessed certain sound levels in the room:

Fortunately, the sink has storage space both above and below its double sinks.

There is also a wall-mounted magnifying mirror …

… and here’s a look at the hair dryer in the room.

To the right of the dressing table there is an additional shelf, a sealed pillow and blanket, an iron and ironing board and the in-room safe.

It is a standard security mark.

The bathroom is now what you would normally find in a Disney Value or Moderate resort. Basically, it’s a polite way of saying it’s going to be small.

The combination of bath and shower is relatively standard.

In addition, the bathroom door has a full-length mirror, which we believe should have, by the way, all the hotel and resort rooms.

The bathroom had six bath towels and 6 towels.

Here’s a look at the bathtub …

… and the shower head.

Unfortunately, the trend of mounted H20 + shampoo, conditioner and body wash pumps has also continued here.

Now, like other Disney Moderate and Value resorts, rooms at Disney’s French Quarter have an outside entrance with access by both stairs and elevator, but many in French Quarter offer scenic views of the resort grounds and the Sassagoula River.

In addition, although Room 2202 was classified as a Garden View Room, it had all the advantages of being a preferred room.

Chrissy actually timed how long it took to get from her room to certain areas of the resort. Here’s what he discovered:

• 1 minute 22 seconds from room 2202 to Sassagoula Floatworks
• 3 minutes 16 seconds from room 2202 to the bus stop
• 48 seconds from Room 2202 to the Double Lagoon Pool and Splash Pad
• 59 seconds from room 2202 to the Sassagoula steamer bound for Disney Springs
• 15 minutes 23 seconds from French Quarter Pier to Disney Springs Pier

Port Orleans French Quarter Services

Laundry and dry cleaning services

The French Quarter’s 24-hour self-service laundry is located near Doubloon Lagoon Pool and behind Mardi Grogs. Machines only accept credit and debit cards.

For dry cleaning or laundry service, guests should select “Home Care” on the resort’s room phone, deposit their items in a provided laundry bag to pick them up and fill out the form. adjunct. Bags are picked up at 9:00 am and returned normally after 7:00 pm on the same day.

Jackson Square Gifts & Wishes

The French Quarter gift shop is open from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. In addition to your standard Disney merchandise and miscellaneous items, there are also a variety of resort-specific products.

Swimming pools and recreation in the French Quarter of Port Orleans

Lagoon Doblon

Note: Guests must be 48 “or younger to play in the Doubloon Lagoon Water Play Area.

Painting on ‘Bayou

Aspiring artists from the age of 12, as well as professionals, can take part in a painting class at Sassagoula Floatworks every Wednesday. The experience costs $ 35 per person plus taxes. Check-in time starts at 13:45 and class starts at 14:00 Reservations can be made in advance, but cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance to avoid losing the price of the entrance.

Donut Fun Run

Yes, that’s one thing. Most Sundays, guests can join a 1.5-mile race through the French Quarter grounds! Upon completion of the walk, guests will not only receive a medallion, but also a free donut. That, my friends, is what you call motivation.

Guests can check in in advance or check out the River Walk between Building 5 and the Doubloon Lagoon Pool Area from 7:30. Admission is $ 15 per person plus taxes and the race starts at 8am.

South Quarter Games

The arcade of the French Quarter is located inside The Mint Building.

Transportation to the French Quarter of Port Orleans

Parking

Guests wishing to drive themselves should be aware that standard night parking is available for registered guests, but is no longer free. Instead, a fee will be applied to a guest’s hotel sheet upon check-out and includes taxes.

• Parking at Disney Moderate Resort costs $ 20 per night
• Valet parking is $ 33 per night (sales tax included)
• Free standard unparalleled parking is available while enjoying a selection of restaurants, shopping, entertainment and entertainment.

Transport by bus and boat

When it comes to coming and going from the French Quarter, Disney offers two transportation options: buses and boats. However, boat transportation is only available at Disney Springs. As for parks, buses are the only option for those who do not plan to drive themselves or use a car-sharing service.

Chrissy noted that in the morning, all buses in the park only arrive in the French Quarter. They never share Riverside on their way to the park. However, they often stop at both stations for the return trip; and, oddly enough, there is no way to know if this will happen at any given time.

When he asked four bus drivers in total about it, they all said the same thing: the buses start going down to the two resorts in the afternoon, usually around 1pm, but that depends on the crowds.

Now, for those taking the boat service (also known as Sassagoula Steamboat) to Disney Springs across the Sassagoula River, the trip may take longer if the golf cart bridge is raised during the trip. It is almost a 16 minute journey if the bridge is raised and just under 14 minutes if it is not. Boat service is available from 10:00 to 23:00

Dinner in the French Quarter of Port Orleans

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory

This resort’s dining courtyard is open from 07:00 until 23:00 and offers Creole-inspired dishes such as Gumbo, Jambalaya and Mardi Gras King Cake, as well as American items such as cheese burgers, salads and chicken tenderloin.

Chrissy loved Prime Rib Dip so much that she is already planning a return visit to try it again. He described it as a swollen loaf that embraces a tender rib, shaved and smothered with melted provolone cheese. So great, you don’t even need the Bird Juice.

Scat Cat’s Club Cafe

Open from 5pm to 11pm, Scat Cat’s serves the fluffiest, sweetest and most delicious donuts on earth! Chrissy noted that she loves to mix strawberry and chicory chocolate ganache sauces. Yum!

Additional livelihoods can also be found here with options ranging from loaded potatoes to bayou wings.

Tuesday Grog Pool Bar

The current opening hours are from 11:00 to 21:00

What do you think of Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter? Let us know in the comments!