Port orleans Riverside

KerryD · 09-13-2005

I am staying at Port orleans Riverside. I was wondering if anyone could tell me what section is the best to stay in. So its convenient to the main pool and the food court.

**MissDisney** · 09-13-2005

Best buildings are 14, 15 and 16. Have a wonderful time -- it is out favorite resort!

WDWNutCase · 09-13-2005

I liked Magnolia Terrace too.

mistikbunny · 09-13-2005

We stayed in the Arcaidia House (spelling?) in Magnolia Bend. I thought it was close to about everything. Just a short walk across the bridges and Ole Man Island to get to the food court and a short distance to the bus stop.

Dadoo · 09-13-2005

You can Google 1251 Dixie Dr., Orlando, FL 32830, click maps, then click satellite and get a great view of POR from above. YOu see the bridges, the pool area, and the river running between the rooms and the restaurant/main building. Gives you a great idea of where you will be, I guess you would have to know which building is which though don't you, hehehehe. Well, it's still a nice view of the area. We stay at POR often and will be there again at the end of the month. It's a great resort in my opinion. Have a great time!!

KerryD · 09-13-2005

I'm so confused where to stay, the Bayu or the Mansions. They both looked really nice, but i think the Bayu maybe the closest to everything

**MissDisney** · 09-13-2005

Oh, yeah. Should have mentioned that Buildings 14, 15 and 16 are in the Alligator Bayou -- our fave section.

lovemysons · 09-13-2005

This is good to know. We are staying at POR & POFQ in Dec., and I can't make up my mind about where to stay either. I am going to try the google search and see if it helps with my decision.

**Dopey** · 09-13-2005

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Originally Posted by lovemysons

This is good to know. We are staying at POR & POFQ in Dec., and I can't make up my mind about where to stay either. I am going to try the google search and see if it helps with my decision.

Hey lovey, you will absolutely love that Alligator Bayou section. It is so charming. Like I have said in another thread, it is like staying in a treehouse if you're lucky enough to get a room on the second floor. It is absolutely wonderful.
And yes, those buildings mentioned above are close to the food and pools, but lots of people from buildings further away walk by. I would not like that. I loved where building 28 was situated. It was quite a hike to pool and restaurant but that was part of my excercise routine.

I know you will love it there.

**MissDisney** · 09-13-2005

One thing about Alligator Bayou is that after a day in the parks, a night at fireworks, you come home to your room, which feels like it is in the middle of the jungle! Wonderful!
As far as the decision about whether to stay at POR or POFQ, remember that you can use the facilities at both hotels -- but POR (Dixie Landings, doggoneit!) has a terrific full-service restaurant, as well as a first-rate food court and a beautiful lobby. The reason I mention that is because you MUST enjoy "Piano Bar Bob" in teh lobby at night! Not to be missed, and entirely free!!!
We really get a lot of use out of all aspects of POR -- including the fresh-baked cinnamon rolls for breakfast and the tossed-to-order Caesar salad at lunch. Oh, I almost forgot how great the poolside bar is! Once or twice, we take the launch over to POFQ for a dip in the dragon pool and some beignets...
Hope this helps! As you can tell, we are die-hard Dixie Landings (POR) fans!!!

KerryD · 09-14-2005

Hey, this was a great help, I'm going to call and request the bayu at building 14. I stayed at POFQ last year and I loved it, so this time i wanted to stay at POR. The only reason i wanted a room close to everything is that I'm pregnant and I have never been to Disney pregnant before, so this will be different for me and my 2 kids will be close to everything so I dont have to worry.

disneymom · 09-14-2005

We too have requested building 14 for our stay in December. We stayed there in 2003 and the location was wonderful!

downsouthtigger · 09-14-2005

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Originally Posted by KerryD

Hey, this was a great help, I'm going to call and request the bayu at building 14. I stayed at POFQ last year and I loved it, so this time i wanted to stay at POR. The only reason i wanted a room close to everything is that I'm pregnant and I have never been to Disney pregnant before, so this will be different for me and my 2 kids will be close to everything so I dont have to worry.

My Dw and I went to wdw last time when she was pregnant and let me tell you even with a room close to everything you have to take it nice and slow.
At POR, Magnolia bend, or the mansions, are a lot closer than alligator bayou, the rustic "cabin types".
The way I remember it is the lobby is supposed to be the port and the city "magnolia bend" is close to port, where as the bayou is farther away.

pezgirl43 · 08-28-2006

Alligator Bayou Building 14! Just got back and it was PERFECT!

ARIEL · 08-30-2006

we like Alligator Bayou lodge 28 but 14 is closer and has great reviews usually. Personally though, we much prefer Magnolia bend and rather like the walk to the food court so don't mind being further away. Either way, it is a stunning resort and you will love it and be smitten forever...just like my family and I.

09-13-2005	#1 (permalink)
KerryD Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 105	Port orleans Riverside I am staying at Port orleans Riverside. I was wondering if anyone could tell me what section is the best to stay in. So its convenient to the main pool and the food court.

09-13-2005	#2 (permalink)
MissDisney Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 8,553	Re: Port orleans Riverside Best buildings are 14, 15 and 16. Have a wonderful time -- it is out favorite resort! __________________ Disneyland Moderator Disneyland Hotel 1987; Dixie Landings 1993; Dixie Landings 1997; Caribbean Beach 1998; Boardwalk Villas 1999; Vistana Resort 2001; Dixie Landings 2002; Vistana Resort 2002; Marriott Royal Palm Villas 2004; Vistana Resort 2006; Marriott Cypress Harbour 2007; Boardwalk Villas 2008; AKV Kidani 2009; Saratoga Springs 2009

09-13-2005	#3 (permalink)
WDWNutCase Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 374	Re: Port orleans Riverside I liked Magnolia Terrace too. __________________ Resorts We've Stayed In ASM, CBR, CSR, WL, WL Concierge, GFR&S, POR, BW Villas, BC Villas, OKW December 17-24, 2005: Saratoga Springs! Brother & Sis in Law's first ever Disney Trip! Have a Zip-a-dee-doo-da Day! DVC Members since March 2003

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mistikbunny Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Valparaiso, Indiana Posts: 257	Re: Port orleans Riverside We stayed in the Arcaidia House (spelling?) in Magnolia Bend. I thought it was close to about everything. Just a short walk across the bridges and Ole Man Island to get to the food court and a short distance to the bus stop. __________________ 1983(Mar.) - Off Property 1989(July) - On-site Suite at The Golf Resort 2004(Apr.)- Port Orleans Riverside 2005(Nov.) - Carribean Beach Resort 2008 (May I hope) - Pop / Wilderness Lodge "Read the directions, and directly you'll be directed in the right ... direction." - The Doorknob

09-13-2005	#5 (permalink)
Dadoo Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 112	Re: Port orleans Riverside You can Google 1251 Dixie Dr., Orlando, FL 32830, click maps, then click satellite and get a great view of POR from above. YOu see the bridges, the pool area, and the river running between the rooms and the restaurant/main building. Gives you a great idea of where you will be, I guess you would have to know which building is which though don't you, hehehehe. Well, it's still a nice view of the area. We stay at POR often and will be there again at the end of the month. It's a great resort in my opinion. Have a great time!! __________________ Dixie Landings; Dixie Landings; Coronado Springs; Wilderness Lodge; Animal Kingdom Lodge; Polynesian & Cruise; Port Orleans Riverside; Port Orleans Riverside; Port Orleans Riverside My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our next trip to Mickey's house in but who's counting?!!

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09-13-2005	#6 (permalink)
KerryD Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 105	Re: Port orleans Riverside I'm so confused where to stay, the Bayu or the Mansions. They both looked really nice, but i think the Bayu maybe the closest to everything

09-13-2005	#7 (permalink)
MissDisney Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 8,553	Re: Port orleans Riverside Oh, yeah. Should have mentioned that Buildings 14, 15 and 16 are in the Alligator Bayou -- our fave section. __________________ Disneyland Moderator Disneyland Hotel 1987; Dixie Landings 1993; Dixie Landings 1997; Caribbean Beach 1998; Boardwalk Villas 1999; Vistana Resort 2001; Dixie Landings 2002; Vistana Resort 2002; Marriott Royal Palm Villas 2004; Vistana Resort 2006; Marriott Cypress Harbour 2007; Boardwalk Villas 2008; AKV Kidani 2009; Saratoga Springs 2009

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lovemysons Single digits!! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: In my house Posts: 7,716	Re: Port orleans Riverside This is good to know. We are staying at POR & POFQ in Dec., and I can't make up my mind about where to stay either. I am going to try the google search and see if it helps with my decision. __________________ Dopey is the boss of us. Missing the madness. Peppy is still my partner in crime. Is that you, Pu? Fabulous avatar, courtesy of the fabulous Mr. R2Go! ´¨) x¸.•´ ¸.•´¨)xxxx¸.•¨) (¸.•´xxxxxx(¸.•`xxx´¨)Make just one person happy. ´¨) My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Holidays full of magic 6 days 7 hours 6 minutes

09-13-2005	#10 (permalink)
MissDisney Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 8,553	Re: Port orleans Riverside One thing about Alligator Bayou is that after a day in the parks, a night at fireworks, you come home to your room, which feels like it is in the middle of the jungle! Wonderful! As far as the decision about whether to stay at POR or POFQ, remember that you can use the facilities at both hotels -- but POR (Dixie Landings, doggoneit!) has a terrific full-service restaurant, as well as a first-rate food court and a beautiful lobby. The reason I mention that is because you MUST enjoy "Piano Bar Bob" in teh lobby at night! Not to be missed, and entirely free!!! We really get a lot of use out of all aspects of POR -- including the fresh-baked cinnamon rolls for breakfast and the tossed-to-order Caesar salad at lunch. Oh, I almost forgot how great the poolside bar is! Once or twice, we take the launch over to POFQ for a dip in the dragon pool and some beignets... Hope this helps! As you can tell, we are die-hard Dixie Landings (POR) fans!!! __________________ Disneyland Moderator Disneyland Hotel 1987; Dixie Landings 1993; Dixie Landings 1997; Caribbean Beach 1998; Boardwalk Villas 1999; Vistana Resort 2001; Dixie Landings 2002; Vistana Resort 2002; Marriott Royal Palm Villas 2004; Vistana Resort 2006; Marriott Cypress Harbour 2007; Boardwalk Villas 2008; AKV Kidani 2009; Saratoga Springs 2009

09-14-2005	#11 (permalink)
KerryD Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 105	Re: Port orleans Riverside Hey, this was a great help, I'm going to call and request the bayu at building 14. I stayed at POFQ last year and I loved it, so this time i wanted to stay at POR. The only reason i wanted a room close to everything is that I'm pregnant and I have never been to Disney pregnant before, so this will be different for me and my 2 kids will be close to everything so I dont have to worry.

09-14-2005	#12 (permalink)
disneymom Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 450	Re: Port orleans Riverside We too have requested building 14 for our stay in December. We stayed there in 2003 and the location was wonderful! __________________ Dec. 1999 First trip ever to DL - offsite Mar. 2001 WDW - offsite (never again) Dec. 2002 WDW - AKL Sept. 2003 WDW - POR Mar. 2004 DL - DLH Feb. 2005 WDW - WL Dec. 2005 WDW/Cruise - POR/Disney Wonder 4 night! Nov. 2006 WDW/Cruise - POR/Carnival Cruise Dec 2007 WDW/Cruise - POR/Carnival New Years Eve Cruise Oct 2008 WDW - POR Nov 2009 WDW - POR Proud member of Disney Overplanner AnonyMOUSE My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Another Disney Trip!

08-28-2006	#14 (permalink)
pezgirl43 Mouseketeer Intern Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 12	Re: Port orleans Riverside Alligator Bayou Building 14! Just got back and it was PERFECT!

08-30-2006	#15 (permalink)
ARIEL 2nd star to the right.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: UK Posts: 1,932	Re: Port orleans Riverside we like Alligator Bayou lodge 28 but 14 is closer and has great reviews usually. Personally though, we much prefer Magnolia bend and rather like the walk to the food court so don't mind being further away. Either way, it is a stunning resort and you will love it and be smitten forever...just like my family and I. __________________ POLLY XXXXX OFFSITE 1997 OFFSITE 1998 POLYNESIAN 2000 DIXIE LADINGS 2001 CARIBBEAN BEACH 2002 WILDERNESS LODGE 2002 PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE 2005 PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE 2007 PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE 2008 I DO BELIEVE IN FAIRIES....I DO I DO....I DO BELIEVE IN FAIRIES....I DO I DO NO ONE IS TOO OLD TO HUG THE MOUSE! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: long awaited trip to happiness and magic! 117 days 18 hours 36 minutes

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