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Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French QuartervsDisney's Contemporary Resort

Both properties are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Disney's Contemporary Resort is preferred by most reviewers compared to Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter. Disney's Contemporary Resort comes in at #33 in Orlando with approval from 8 reviews like Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.

Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
7/10
2201 Orleans Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $182/night
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  • Free Internet
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Zagat Zagat
3.5
"A "New Orleans theme radiates through" this "wonderful", "relaxing" "hidden gem" of a resort offering "lovely" grounds with "cobblestone streets"."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Ornate Big Easy–style row houses with wrought iron–clad balconies cluster around magnolia-shaded squares in this relatively quiet resort, which appeals to couples more than families." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Enjoy some Southern charm at Disney’s Port Orleans, a pleasant, moderate resort that captures the color and quaintness of the famed French Quarter."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The main pool at Riverside is less elaborate than French Quarter’s, although it has five pools to French Quarter’s one." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Lush gardens and a jubilant Mardi Gras motif blend in an effort to create a Louisiana feel to these sister resorts." Full review
Disney's Contemporary Resort
8/10
4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $380/night
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  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
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DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The monorail passes right through the middle of this concrete resort, where the rooms have recently undergone a complete renovation."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Disney monorail runs right through the centre of this hotel, which takes its exterior design from the futuristic fantasies of the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland."
Fodor's Fodor's
"You're paying for location at this sleek, modern, luxury resort next to the Magic Kingdom, as the monorail runs right through the lobby, making park hopping a breeze." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Contemporary is one of Disney’s original resorts, and it’s a favorite among kids both because it’s home to both Chef Mickey’s and the Monorail cuts right through the hotel." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Spectacular views and convenient monorail station highlight this futuristic Disney icon."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Disney's Contemporary Resort has been extensively refurbished but still includes the monorail track running through the vast, enclosed foyer, providing a genuine Disney feel good experience." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Why book? This classic Disney resort has the best amenity possible—its backyard is the Magic Kingdom." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"A midcentury architectural treasure, and indicative of the revolutionary methods that Walt Disney World hoped to pioneer...even if you can’t stay here, this is the best hotel to tour. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The granddaddy of Disney resorts, the Contemporary's futuristic A-frame opened Walt Disney World in 1971 but feels uninspired and disappointing by today's standards." Full review

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