Disney’s Magical Express:
Guests of this resort are eligible for complimentary
Disney’s Magical Express
Service – motorcoaches take you from Orlando International Airport to your Disney Resort hotel, while Disney picks up your bags and take them straight to your room.
Hotel Information: Located on the Sassagoula River, this resort evokes the days of Mark Twain and riverboats on the Mississippi, complete with a huge paddlewheel outside Boatwright’s Dining Hall. Distinct styles of architecture include the rustic charm of the Alligator Bayou area and the stately grace of Magnolia Bend, which encompasses an antebellum mansion.
Amenity highlights: An old-time water hole, complete with slide, is located on Ol’ Man Island , along with a spa, children’s pool, and playground. Five other pools are tucked around the grounds. Guests can rent bikes and boats at the Riverside Levee or fish with cane poles in the fully stocked Fishin’ Hole. Horse-drawn carriages carry guests throughout the hotel grounds at night.
Insider tip: Guests staying in Walt Disney World ® Resort Hotels enjoy one extra hour of “magic” with Extra Magic Hour , which allows them to get into the theme parks early on selected days. Travelers should check with guest services to learn which park is offering the Extra Magic Hour on any given day. Guests also receive complimentary motorcoach transportation to theme parks, hotels, and attractions throughout Walt Disney World ® Resort and Downtown Disney ® Area.
Traveler Ratings Summary
| Overall satisfaction | 97% of travelers (46 of 47) recommend this hotel | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Rooms
| Disney's Port Orleans Riverside resort features 2,048 guestrooms in buildings set around the Sassagoula River and its various waterways. Decorated in the style of the era of riverboats and Mark Twain, the rooms fall into two themed areas: Magnolia Bend offers antebellum-style architecture in a stately three-story mansion with two-story wings that spread along the river, and the Alligator Bayou section features rustic, country-style lodges that are two stories high (no elevators). All rooms have in-room safes, TVs, and refrigerators. Many have views of the courtyard, the landscaped grounds, or the river. High-speed Internet access is available (surcharge). |
Room Amenities
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Recreation
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park is located within minutes (two miles) of the resort via complimentary motorcoach. The guest service desk can assist guests with reservations on any one of Disney’s five tour-caliber golf courses, all located at Walt Disney World® Resort. A nine-hole walking course is also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
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Property Amenities
The resort’s registration area has the look and feel of a steamboat, while the three-and-a-half-acre complex called Ol' Man Island is created to look like an old-time water hole, with rope swings, a waterslide, and a play area. Nearby fishing holes are stocked. In addition to this pool there are five other swimming pools along with an arcade, a restaurant, food court, and a snack shop. Guests can also rent bicycles or different types of boats. On selected evenings, the campfire on de’ bayou takes place behind the Fishin’ Hole. Nightly horse-drawn carriage rides carry guests throughout the resort. Groceries, sundries and Disney gifts are available at Fulton’s General Store.
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside guests enjoy privileges at the Doubloon Lagoon pool, game arcade, and playground at neighboring Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter. The resort also offers complimentary motorcoach service throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort and complimentary water launch service to the Downtown Disney® Area.
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Policies
Extra person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests made via this Web site cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- Pets not allowed
- Check-in time is 3 PM
- Check-out time is 11 AM
Dining
Riverside Mill - A working cotton press operated by a water wheel acts as the centerpiece of this food court. Several different stands serve burgers, sandwiches, pasta, chicken dishes, salads, and more. There is also a country market loaded with prepackaged items. Beer and wine are available. The food court is open from early morning to midnight and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
River Roost - This nighttime-only lounge is outfitted with a bar and overstuffed chairs next to a fireplace. Snacks and refreshments are served. The Roost is open daily from late afternoon to midnight.
Sassagoula Pizza Express - Fresh-baked pizza is available for room delivery from late afternoon to midnight every day.
Muddy Rivers Pool Bar - Open from late morning until dusk, this poolside bar offers, snacks, and refreshments.
Address
 | 1251 Riverside Dr Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 USA Nearest major airport: Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.) Area: Walt Disney World Resort Located in Lake Buena Vista, the 47-square-mile Walt Disney World® Resort encompasses four theme parks, two water parks, five golf courses, and numerous hotels, shops, and restaurants. Included in the mix are the popular Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, Disney-MGM Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. |
