Hello Amy! Welcome to the Disney Parks Moms Panel.
Good news...no switching required!
My family recently stayed at
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside and had a blast! We frequently used the walkway that leads to
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter because like you, I wanted my kids to experience the water play area at Doubloon Lagoon.
One of the many wonderful aspects of these two resorts is that guest are free to share the recreational activities and amenities of each resort regardless of which side of the Sassagoula River they call home. Recently, the two Port Orleans Resorts initiated a new internal transportation shuttle to make it even easier for guests to enjoy all that Disney's Port Orleans Resort has to offer.
While your little one frolics in the Doubloon Lagoon water play area, you should try the Beignets at the newly-renovated
Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory. They are delicious!
Back at Disney's Port Orleans - Riverside, be sure to stop in and see
Yehaa Bob Jackson at River Roost Lounge. He is a true Walt Disney World treasure and not to be missed.
If any children ages 4 to 12 years of age are traveling with you, my daughter heartily recommends the
Bayou Pirate Adventure that sails out of Riverside Levee Marina several times a week.
Have a Magical Vacation!