Welcome to planDisney, Mark!
I hope you’re getting excited for your upcoming trip to The Most Magical Place on Earth! WOW! August is going to be here before we know it, and I hope that you have a lovely time on your vacation. Do remember to bring an umbrella in your bag as we typically have consistent rain showers in the afternoons in August. You might consider brining some all-rubber shoes as well.
Port Orleans - French Quarter and
Port Orleans - Riverside are both lovely Disney Resort Hotels that I have had the privilege of staying at. I love that they not only have complimentary bus transportation to the theme parks and water parks, but they also have a complimentary water taxi to take you to Disney Springs — which is a beautiful ride!
If I were choosing between the two, I would personally want to stay at
Port Orleans - French Quarter again. I really loved the rooms, the dining options (especially Scat Cat’s Club - Cafe for Mickey beignets), and the calm atmosphere. I also like the pool at French Quarter,
Doubloon Lagoon, best because of the blue sea serpent water slide!
I hope this gave you some of the information you were looking for, Mark! If you have additional questions about the Port Orleans Resorts, we would love to hear from you again at planDisney!
See ya real soon,
Allyn