Disney World has 5 Moderate Resorts: Port Orleans French Quarter, Port Orleans Riverside, Caribbean Beach Resort, Coronado Springs Resort and The Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort. Each offering something unique and special for its guests. I’ve included Room Tours of my 2 favorite Moderate Resorts.
What’s a Moderate Resort you ask? Average Pricing, think $250+ per night. Pools will have waterslides & hot tub. More dining options. Beautiful landscaping and larger rooms with 2 sink vanity (some resort have rooms that sleep 5). Overall, centrally located in WDW. My personal opinion, a HUGE upgrade from a Value Resort and not much more per night.
PORT ORLEANS FRENCH QUARTER RESORT
Quaint. Charming. Romantic. Port Orleans French Quarter is home to cobblestone streets, wrought-iron balconies and magnolia blossoms. Historic New Orleans mixed with Mardi Gras flair. You’re surrounded by gorgeous landscaping and the Sassagoula River. ✨ Bonus perk: Port Orleans Riverside is within walking distance. Shares ALL amenities: ie. restaurants & pools. My personal recommendation for couples & adults OR anyone who would benefit from a smaller, walkable resort.
🛏Accommodations: Standard View, Garden View, Pool View, River View and King Bed (sleeps 2). 2 Queen Beds. Sleeps up to 4. Amenities include mini fridge, coffeemaker, and 2 sink vanity.
🍽Where to Eat & Drink: Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory (quick service). Scat Cat’s Club (lounge). Mardi Grogs (pool bar). OMG, get the BEIGNETS!
🌊Recreation: Mardi-Gras themed Pool. King Neptune waterslide. Hot tub. Kids splash area. Soft playground for kids. Arcade. Horse drawn carriage ride ($cost extra). Shop at Jackson Square Gifts & Desires.
🚌🚡Transportation: Disney Buses to all 4 Theme Parks, both Water Parks & Disney Springs. Water Taxi to Disney Springs.
PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE RESORT
A mix of backwoods cottages, life on the bayou and elegant living in southern mansions. Walk along the Sassagoula River and take in the serenity. Southern charm at its best. A fun family-friendly resort. Very large, spread-out resort. Internal Bus System. Short Walk to sister resort, Port Orleans French Quarter. ✨A fan favorite with families!
2 Sections: Alligator Bayou & Magnolia Bend. Pro Tip: Get a Preferred Room.
🛏Accommodations: Standard View, Standard View (5th Sleeper: small pull-down bed), Woods View, Pool View, Woods View (5th Sleeper: small pull-down bed), King Bed (sleeps 2), River View, Preferred View. 💚All Room Sleep 4 with 2 Queen Beds unless specified. Amenities include coffeemaker, mini fridge & 2 sink vanity.
Themed Rooms: 👑ROYAL Guest Rooms. Standard View, River View or Woods View. WOW-worthy Princess Theming! Sleeps 4. 2 Queen Beds.
🐶Dog Friendly!
🍽Where to Eat & Drink: Riverside Mill Food Court (quick service), River Roost (lounge), Muddy Rivers (pool bar), and Boatwright’s Dining Hall (table service)
🌊Recreation: Tom Sawyer inspired Ol’ Man Island: swimmin’ hole & sawmill waterslide. Hot tub. Playground. Arcade. Movies under the Stars. Fishing. Campfire. Shop at Fulton’s General Store.
🚌🚡Transportation: Disney Buses to all 4 Theme Parks, both Water Parks and Disney Springs. Water Taxi to Disney Springs.
CARIBBEAN BEACH RESORT
❤My personal favorite Moderate Resort: 2 words DISNEY SKYLINER! Caribbean Island life. Vibrant colors, tropical landscaping, and pure paradise. Palm Trees, Beaches, Hammocks and endless Fun. Perfect for couples or families. Massive, spread-out resort. Internal Bus System. Relax and Unwind after a long day in the parks. Little Mermaid & Pirate Fans will love this resort.
5 Islands: Barbados, Jamaica, Martinique, Trinidad & Aruba. Pro Tips: Get a Preferred Room or request to be near the Riviera Resort/Skyliner. It’s less busy and you can easily enjoy all the restaurants at the Riviera.
Accommodations: King Bed (sleeps 2), Standard View, Water or Pool View, Standard View (5th Sleeper- small pull-down bed), Water or Pool View (5th Sleeper-small pull-down bed), Preferred View. Rooms sleeps 4 with 2 Queen Beds unless specified. Amenities include coffeemaker, mini fridge & 2 sink vanity.
NEW refurbished 5th Sleeper Rooms🧜🏼♀️ (Little Mermaid theming) located in Trinidad Island. Furthest from Old Port Royale but close to Skyliner.
Where to Eat & Drink: Sebastian’s Bistro (table service). Centertown Market (quick service). Centertown Grab & Go. Banana Cabana (pool bar). Spyglass Grill (table service).
Recreation: Spanish Citadel Pool with zero entry, 2 waterslides and water cannons! 12-person large spa. Kids shipwreck splash area. Arcade. Playground. Shop at Calypso Trading Post in the Old Port Royale (main building). Campfire. Movies under the stars. Volleyball. Fishing.
🚌🚡Transportation: Disney Buses to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, both water parks & Disney Springs. Disney Skyliner to EPCOT & Hollywood Studios.
CORONADO SPRINGS RESORT
Mexican, Spanish & Southwest American Theming. Deluxe-Lite Vibe. Very large, spread-out resort. Motel-style rooms surround a beautiful lakeside oasis. 💛 NEW Gran Destino Tower: hotel style rooms. I highly recommend staying in the Tower, it’s amazing! Modern and totally affordable. Romantic-great for couples and families with teens.
Accommodations: So many options even Club Level and Suites!
- Water View, Preferred View, Preferred View with King Bed, Standard View, King Bed, Water View with King Bed.
- Suites: Casitas-Executive Suite. Sleeps 8. 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, & 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa. 1 Bedroom Suite-Sleeps 4. 1 King Bed & 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa. Casitas-1 Bedroom Suite. Sleeps 6. 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Size Sleeper Sofa. Amenities include coffeemaker, mini fridge & 2 sink vanity.
- ✨GRAN DESTINO TOWER: Tower-Water View with King Bed. Sleeps 2. Tower-Water View. Sleeps 4. 2 Queen Beds. Tower-Standard View. Sleeps 4. 2 Queen Beds. Tower-Standard View with King Bed. Sleeps 2.
- Tower CLUB LEVEL Rooms: Standard View– Sleeps 4. 2 Queen Beds. Deluxe Suite-Sleeps 4. 1 King Bed & 1 Sleeper Sofa. 1 Bedroom Suite-Sleeps 4. 1 King Bed & 1 Sleeper Sofa. Presidential Suite– Sleeps 6. 1 King Bed & 2 Queen Beds. All club level rooms have access to the Chronos Club.
🧡Where to Eat & Drink: Toledo-Tapas, Steak & Seafood (table service), Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago (lakefront table service), Rix Sports Bar & Grill (table service), Dahlia Lounge, Barcelona Lounge (espresso, pastries), Siestas Cantina (pool bar), Maya Grill (table service), Cafe Rix (smoothies, coffee, pastries, gelato), El Mercado de Coronado (grab & go), Laguna Bar (lakeside tequila & mezcal bar). If you’re a foodie, this is a fantastic resort! Try the Sangria University experience.
Recreation: Replica Mayan Pyramid and Dig Site Pool. Largest hot tub at WDW. Playground. Arcade. Spa: La Vida Health Club. Movies under the stars. Shop at Panchito’s Gifts & Sundries.
🚌Transportation: BUSES only to all 4 theme parks, both water parks & Disney Springs.
THE CABINS AT FORT WILDERNESS RESORT
🌲American Frontier. Surrounded by pine & cypress trees. Wildlife and beautiful wooded trails. Pioneer life meets modern comfort & conveniences. Perfect for nature-loving families. Boat to Magic Kingdom. Large property- Rent a Golf Cart! Your very own “log” cabin to enjoy while on vacation. 🌟UPDATE (2025): The Cabins at Ft. Wilderness have been completely refurbished and remodeled. This is now a Deluxe Resort.
🛏Accommodations: Wilderness Cabin- Sleeps 6. 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa & 1 Bunk Bed. Kitchen: fridge, dishwasher, 2 countertop burners, microwave, toaster. Bedroom has the Queen Bed & Bunk Bed. 1 Bathroom (tub/shower, 1 sink vanity, toilet).
🐶Dog Friendly!
🍽Where to Eat & Drink: P & J’s Southern Takeout (quick service), Meadow Snack Bar (quick service), Crockett’s Tavern (bar & snacks), Chuck Wagon (food truck), Trail’s End Restaurant (table service), Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue (table service/show)
🌊Recreation: Meadow Swimmin’ Pool, waterslide & whirlpool spa. Water play area. Wilderness Swimmin’ Pool (quiet pool). Chip n Dale Campfire Sing-along. Movies under the stars. Archery. Tri-Circle-D Ranch (pony, wagon & carriage rides). Horse drawn carriage rides $ extra cost. Fishing. Arcade. Adventure trails on a segway. Watch the Electrical Water Pageant. Shop at Meadow & Settlement Trading Posts.
🚌🚡Transportation: Disney Buses to all 4 Theme Parks from Outpost Depot, both Water Parks & Disney Springs. Water Taxi to Magic Kingdom Park, Wilderness Lodge & Contemporary Resort.
I hope you enjoyed this post and learned a little about Disney’s Moderate Resorts. Looking for a Quote? I’d love to help you plan your vacation!
🥀Enchantingly Yours, Angie Baycura
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