Where should we stay? And why?

Chernabog · Post by **Chernabog** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 8:37 am

Choices are Port Orleans French Quarter or Coronado Springs. It is a Grand Gatherings trip, 7 adults and four children (ages 2-6).

metsofny · Post by **metsofny** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 9:08 am

I voited for Port Orleans. Although I never stayed at the French Quarter, I stayed at Riverside and found it very peaceful and nice. I heard that the French Quarter has a cool pool.

mindy0509 · Post by **mindy0509** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 10:32 am

I also voted for Port Orleans. I have only stayed at Riverside but really love the atmosphere. Like metsofny said it is very peaceful and a nice change of pace from the busy parks. One of the thing we love about Port Orleans is being able to take the ferry to DTD! This is my favorite resort with plenty of things to do for young children (playgrounds, nicely themed pools ect) but also a great atmosphere for adults. Whatever resort you choose I am sure you will have an awesome time going with so many people!! Have fun and let us know where you decided to stay.

Croaker · Post by **Croaker** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 11:29 am

i'll cast my vote Sept.10th. when i get back from staying at Port Orleans French Quarter.

side note: friends of ours that are/were (still not sure) who have a DVC always stay at POFQ if they go for short trips and don't use their DVC.

Cheshire Cat · Post by **Cheshire Cat** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 12:52 pm

I've stayed at both... To be frank, Coronado Springs would be the last Disney resort I'd stay at again. French Quarter was my first Disney resort, and while not my favorite, the atmosphere and the location are both great. I would stay tehre again.

DDDoherty · Post by **DDDoherty** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 1:08 pm

If you look closely, the building layouts and courtyards seem nearly identical, just decorated differently.

Port Orleans is still our favorite non-delux resort. Romantic. Fun. SHADE! Coronado has little relief from the sun. Plus, the boat transportation to Downtown Disney is a fun albiet slower alternative transportation! WARNING: Coronado is a conference center which chances the atmosphere...

spodie · Post by **spodie** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 1:26 pm

To be frank, Coronado Springs would be the last Disney resort I'd stay at again.

Why? I've never stayed there, so I'm just curious.

Cheshire Cat · Post by **Cheshire Cat** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 1:56 pm

Here's a link to my previous Coronado Rant

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bluesky481 · Post by **bluesky481** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 2:05 pm

I've not stayed at either, but DH and I will be staying at POFQ in Nov. We chose it based on its smaller size, atmosphere, boat to Downtown Disney, and from reading reviews. Either way, you'll be staying at Disney!

meticulus9 · Post by **meticulus9** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 2:28 pm

bluesky481 wrote:I've not stayed at either, but DH and I will be staying at POFQ in Nov. We chose it based on its smaller size, atmosphere, boat to Downtown Disney, and from reading reviews. Either way, you'll be staying at Disney!

i totally agree. a great resort. prob the best mod.

Sleeping Beauty 5 · Post by **Sleeping Beauty 5** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 3:51 pm

I voted Port Orleans French Quarter...We've only stayed at Riverside but the boat is nice and the atmosphere is laid back.

Post by **rdeacon** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 4:17 pm

I voted for Port Orleans French Quarter. I think its more of an intimate resort experience then staying at Coronado. I have stayed at the PO Riverside time have have always enjoyed my stays.

I have also stayed at Coronado. I do like the resort, but it is massive. To make it a good experience you have to stay in a room near the food court. If not its a pain to have to get a bus to get something to eat. I also think the Coronado suffers from the amount of conventions it has. All those people who attend events distract from the over resort experience. It just feels like you don't belong.

Rich

DisBeamer · Post by **DisBeamer** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 7:32 pm

Geez, CS is getting trounced. That said, I voted POFQ.

I haven't stayed at CS but I've toured it. Giant, spread out, (in my mind) poorly laid out and full of convention-ers. The prices in some of the in-resort dining reflect the fact that many of the people staying there are paying with expense accounts.

We've stayed at POFQ several times and really enjoyed it. I like the fact that it's compact, the theming is very good and the boat ride to DTD is a cool added perk (though it may be a little more depressing at the moment with the Treehouses knocked down). You also have the benefit of having access to POR amenities if you're at FQ. Big thumbs up for this resort from me.

Post by **Len90** » Jun Fri 20, 2008 7:43 pm

Another Port Orleans French Quarter. I think it is the better of the two options for a big family gathering.

metsofny · Post by **metsofny** » Jun Sat 21, 2008 2:56 am

Wow everyone agrees. Port orleans it is.