Port Orleans French Quarter may be smaller than the other Disney World resorts, but when it comes to things to do, this hotel does not come up short.
Whether you're looking to relax by the pool, have fun in the splash play zone, take a carriage ride, or hit up the games arcade, there’s something to entertain guests of all ages.
Here we take a closer look at the amenities and facilities at Port Orleans French Quarter.
Doubloon Lagoon
The Port Orleans French Quarter pool is called the Doubloon Lagoon, it has a lively pool area including a large sea serpent, being ridden by King Neptune. The serpent forms part of the pool's waterslide thats popular with kids big and small.
The pool is a good size, in a lagoon-style, and the pool surrounds have plenty of seating and loungers, many of which are in quieter positions a little further from the pool.
Poolside there is the excellent children’s splash play area with a smaller slide, water jets, climbing areas and a giant bucket that dumps water from the skies over the heads of everyone underneath.
For the adults, there’s a much more relaxing time in the nearby hot tub.
Also nearby is the Mardi Grogs Pool Bar, which is perfect for a drink or snack.
Guests staying a Port Orleans French Quarter also have access to use the pools at the next door Port Orleans Riverside Resort - where there are a total of 6 pools.
And if you're craving even more swim time, guests also have access to the pools at the neighboring Port Orleans Riverside resort, giving you plenty of places to cool off.
Fitness
For those looking to explore, you can rent bicycles at the resort’s marina and enjoy a scenic ride along the Sassagoula River, or even hop on a horse-drawn carriage ride at the neighbouring Riverside resort.
If you're a fitness enthusiast, there’s no on-site gym, but with the beautiful grounds, a morning jog along the riverbank might just be the perfect start to your day.
Games, arcades, movies and more
For families traveling with kids, there’s no shortage of activities designed just for them.
Nightly, the resort hosts Cajun Campfire Activities, where kids can gather around a fire pit and roast marshmallows in the evening. Its a fun and wholesome way to wind down at the resort, especially after a day of park hopping.
Port Orleans French Quarter’s games arcade is a good size, given that its a small Disney World resort, and so is the outdoor playground, located between pool area and the hotel’s main lobby.
Like other Disney World resorts, guests can take in the Movies Under the Stars outdoor cinema events, located among the resort’s picturesque gardens. Classic Disney movies are screened several nights a week, creating a great family movie night experience under the night sky.
Jazz nights
At Scat Cat's Club, near the hotel’s main lobby area, you can experience live jazz music on select nights while sipping Southern-inspired cocktails.
It’s the perfect spot for couples wanting to enjoy a relaxed evening with some toe-tapping tunes.
Performances are scheduled Fridays through Sundays starting at 7:30pm.
Shopping
Guests best not to forget to check out Jackson Square Gifts & Desires, the resort’s on-site shop.
Whether you're picking up a last-minute Mickey ears or a gift for someone back home, and it has all the essentials you might need.
Thoughts …
From relaxing poolside to enjoying live music, Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter offers the perfect mix of fun and relaxation for couples and families.
Whether you're looking to keep the kids entertained or enjoy a romantic evening, this resort has plenty of activities to fill your stay with magic.
And if that lot isn’t enough to keep you and your group entertained then the bars, restaurants, shops, bowling alleys and cinemas of Disney Springs is just a short water taxi’s ride from the French Quarter resort.
