Escape to the romantic charm of Louisiana’s bayou country at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, a moderate resort that evokes the rustic beauty of the Deep South. The resort features two distinct architectural styles: the stately white-column mansions of Magnolia Bend, reminiscent of grand southern plantations, and the quaint backwoods cottages of Alligator Bayou, nestled among oak trees draped with Spanish moss . Accommodations include beautifully themed rooms, with the fully refurbished Royal Guest Rooms featuring regal touches inspired by Princess Tiana and her prince and princess pals, adding a touch of Disney magic to the elegant southern setting . The resort’s centerpiece is Ol’ Man Island, a three-acre recreation area complete with an old-fashioned swimmin’ hole featuring a sawmill waterslide, a catch-and-release fishing hole, and evening campfire stories . Dining options include the Riverside Mill Food Court housed in a landmark mill wheel, serving soul-food favorites and Southern specialties, while guests can also walk along the Sassagoula River to the neighboring French Quarter resort for beignets and jambalaya . The resort is dog-friendly, allowing families to bring their four-legged members along for the adventure . With complimentary bus transportation to all theme parks, boat access to Disney Springs, and a peaceful, picturesque setting, Port Orleans – Riverside offers a relaxing and authentically southern Disney experience.