Hi Melissa,
Welcome to planDisney! Thanks for stopping by with your question about staying at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - I'm happy to help.
I've got so many great memories from staying at Disney's Port Orleans -
French Quarter and
Riverside - depending on which resort you're at, you'll feel like you're in New Orleans' historic French Quarter or settled in the mansions of Magnolia Bend to the cottages in Alligator Bayou. The theming at both resorts is fantastic!
When your check-in day arrives, you are more than welcome to head straight to the resort, no matter the time. The official check-in time is 3:00 PM, however, you can leave any bags or luggage with
Bell Services and head to the parks, Disney Springs or wander and explore the grounds. I always like to use the Online Check-In Service. By doing so, Guests can bypass the Front Desk and head directly to their Disney Resort hotel room when it's ready. The room door can be unlocked using the
My Disney Experience Mobile App (
Unlock Door feature) or by tapping a MagicBand. If you'd like an additional method to open your room door, you can visit the Front Desk and get a Key to the World Card.
I hope this helps answer your question, Melissa. Wishing you a wonderful trip to Disney World!
See ya real soon,
Candace