With more than 25 hotels, it can be a bit of a challenge trying to pick which Disney World hotel for your next trip to Disney World.
Also, you have three different tiers — Value, Moderate, Deluxe — and all the various amenities that come with each. And on top of that, Disney’s been doing a lot of renovations, so maybe the resort you want to choose, might be in the middle of a multi-year renovation project. Speaking of renovations, there’s one Disney World hotel that is just about to finish a multi-month renovation project in November and Disney has shared how those remodeled rooms look. Well, let’s just say that the finished product has fans divided. You shared your thoughts on the rooms, so let’s talk about!
As we were saying, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter has been getting some upgrades to its rooms recently. The work began in May 2024 and is expected to conclude this November 2024. We all were just treated to how those refurbished rooms look and it’s safe to say there are quite a lot of thoughts about them. Over on our Facebook quite a few of you have left your opinions on the refurb, so let’s dive into some of your responses!
Those Who Are Feeling It
First up, we’ve got DFB reader Joyce who appreciates the serene vibe the new rooms offer, especially after a long day at the parks. She notes, “I think it’s great, for me I like to come back to a calm room after a day of in-your-face Disney.” If you’re looking for peace and quiet in the evenings, these new rooms seem to hit the mark.
However, Joyce did mention a practical issue with the seating arrangement, highlighting the bench seating at the table with, “They need to add a chair for the other side… are we supposed to just squeeze in on top of each other?”
Similarly, Kaitlyn hinted at the appeal of the renovation, wondering if they should switch from another resort to this one, saying, “maybe we should switch from Caribbean Beach to here 🤔.” And we’ve got Susan who had an equally positive experience, saying, “Stayed there last week. Beautiful.”
Those Who Aren’t Feeling It
On the other hand, not everyone was impressed by the look of the refurbished rooms. Cynthia felt that the updates lacked the distinctiveness expected from a moderate resort, commenting, “Looks more like a value resort level refurbishment. Definitely makes it an easier decision to pay a little more for a deluxe resort.”
Next up, the simplicity of the decor, which meant to offer a more tranquil ambiance, did not appeal to everyone. For instance, Lisa found the new color palette uninspiring, saying, “They looked better before. These colors are just DULL 😛.”
A Debate Over Moderate Resorts
The debate over whether moderate resorts like Port Orleans are worth the investment is a long-standing one, and the recent updates have reignited that discussion. One reader named Justin passionately defended the moderate resort experience, referencing his own stay at Port Orleans Riverside: “They offer just about as much as a Deluxe for far less. We stayed at Port Orleans Riverside and had a wonderful time.”
He went on to list the resort’s amenities, such as “two amazing pools, gorgeous scenery, a jazz lounge at night for a romantic evening, or an electric piano Bob show for family entertainment,” which made him feel like he got a deluxe experience for a fraction of the price.
A Mixed Bag
As you can tell, these renovations have clearly split Disney fans, with some loving the calmer, more neutral room designs, while others find the changes uninspiring or underwhelming. At the end of the day, one thing is clear, Port Orleans continues to be a topic of conversation among all of us Disney World fans.
Those were just some of your thoughts on the newest Disney World hotel rooms, and now we want to hear even more from you! Until then, keep it right here for all the latest Disney news! Also, follow us on Facebook to join in on the next discussion.
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