The Pool at Port Orleans French Quarter (A Resorts Gal Guide)

Walt Disney World has some of the cutest resort pools around, and Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter pool is no exception. This pool is overshadowed by a giant sea serpent whose tail forms a bridge over it. Also, a water slide comes out of the serpent’s mouth!

Below, we’ll take an in-depth look at the pool at the Doubloon Lagoon Pool at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter. We’ll preview photos of the pool, the aquatic play area, hot tubs, and more. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort French Quarter is unique from other Walt Disney World Resorts. While most resorts have a feature pool and at least one quiet pool, the French Quarter only has one pool.

However, it’s important to note that Port Orleans French Quarter is the smallest of the moderate resorts at Disney World. So it’s safe to say that its feature pool is more than adequate, given the resort’s size. In other words, don’t let the fact that it only has one pool deter you from planning a stay here.

Scales the water slide at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter — Scales is the name of the water slide at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter.

Pool Details for Planning Your Vacation

When you exit the French Quarter’s lobby, you’re surrounded by cobblestone streets that lead to a significant recreation area. On the opposite side, the Sassagoula River acts as a boundary. Friendly alligators greet you as you make your way toward the pool.

statues of alligators playing jazz instruments — Friendly alligators surround the pool and recreation area at Port Orleans French Quarter.

A larger-than-life Mardi Gras jester waits to greet you inside the pool gates. Expect vibrant purples and yellows, as everything has a New Orleans look and feel.

Jester that sits near the pool at Port Orleans French Quarter Disney — A court jester stands at the entrance of the pool at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter.

More friendly alligators are scattered throughout the pool area.

an alligator holding an umbrella like he's in a Mardi Gras Parade — An alligator with an umbrella at Port Orleans French Quarter

Complimentary life jackets and towels are provided at the pool, so you won’t have to worry about bringing these things from home.

a stand with complimentary life jackets at Port Orleans French Quarter Pool — Life Jackets come in all sizes.

Pool Hours at Port Orleans French Quarter

On our last stay, French Quarter’s pool hours were posted between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. However, during the cooler months, those hours are typically reduced to 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Pool hours are posted at the gate.

Pool hours posted on a sign at the gate.

The Doubloon Lagoon Pool

Doubloon Lagoon has a maximum depth of 4.6′ (four feet, six inches). It is one of the most child-friendly pools at Walt Disney World.

Disney pools are heated to 82 degrees. For Floridians, that’s freezing. However, those from colder climates will probably find the water comfortable. Well, it’s comfortable until you go to get out of the pool on a chilly January evening.

shows the length of the sea serpent extending over the pool with a water feature — A giant sea serpent resides over the pool.

Part of the serpent’s body extends over the pool, forming a bridge.

The opposite end of the pool with a more shallow end.

Unfortunately, you probably won’t be able to see over the sides of the bridge. I had to lift my camera to take this photo.

a view of several alligators under a water feature at the Port Orleans French Quarter pool — More friendly alligators playing tunes at the pool!

Here is the view from underneath the water feature.

Water Slide at Port Orleans French Quarter

Port Orleans French Quarter has a sea serpent slide at the pool. This area comprises the serpent’s head and tongue protruding to form a slide.

Scales the Sea Serpent's tongue extending into the pool. — Scales, the Sea Serpent

King Neptune reigns supreme over the sea serpent, whose name is Scales. The slide is a total of 51′ long.

a long pink slide that looks like the serpent's tongue — King Neptune sits atop Scales, the water slide at Port Orleans French Quarter.

a side view of the serpent slide at Port Orleans French Quarter

It’s a reasonably mild slide, which makes it child-friendly.

Posted Slide Rules at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter Pool — Slide Rules

You’ll only have to climb a few steps to reach the top.

a small staircase that goes up the serpents back to reach the slide — A staircase leads to the slide.

Here is the view from above.

a view of the pool from the top of the serpent

At the top of the slide, you’ll sit down, feet first, and wait for the light to turn green.

Entrance to Scales Water Slide at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter — Slide Entrance

Isn’t it the cutest?

Water Slide exit at Port Orleans French Quarter — Slide Exit

My niece stayed at Disney’s French Quarter when she was four. To this day, the pool remains one of her best memories from the trip.

King Neptune on Scales the Water Slide at Port Orleans French Quarter Pool

Pool Photos

Here are a few more photos of the Port Orleans French Quarter pool.

Scales Water Slides at Doubloon Lagoon Pool

Theming at the Port Orleans French Quarter Pool

a view of the sea serpent slide at the pool at Port Orleans French Quarter

Extra pool photos of Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter

Splash Pad at Port Orleans French Quarter

The Doubloon Lagoon Pool has a splash pad (aquatic play area) designed for children ages 12 and under.

Splash Pad at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter — Aquatic Play Area

It’s within a separate fenced area from the pool, making it easier for parents to monitor their children.

the gate to the Aquatic Play area at the French Quarter Pool

One end of the play area features a tube water slide.

Aquatic Play Area at Port Orleans French Quarter

The opposite end has a regular slide.

Water Play Area Disney Port Orleans French Quarter

Mardi Grog’s Poolside Bar

Mardi Grog’s is the pool bar at Port Orleans French Quarter. It serves sandwiches, salads, kids’ meals, and various beverages, including cocktails, beer, and wine.

You can preview the Mardi Grog’s Menu on Disney’s site to see current items and prices. You can also mobile-order food to go from the nearby Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory. You’ll just have to walk to the lobby to pick it up.

a table and chairs under an umbrella at Mardi Grogs near the pool

Hot Tub at Port Orleans French Quarter

Between the lobby and the pool area, there are two gated areas with other amenities. On the right side, there is a whirlpool spa area. Laundry on the Levee (the resort’s laundry room) is adjacent to this area.

Gates to the private hot tub area at Port Orleans French Quarter

It’s a small hot tub with a private lounge area separate from the main pool area. I would say it’s more of an adult-friendly area. However, on our last stay, the hot tub area was run rampant by a bunch of children who had little supervision.

Hot Tub Disney Port Orleans French Quarter — Hot Tub

Playground at Port Orleans French Quarter

A playground sits across the walkway from the hot tub area.

Port Orleans French Quarter Alligator playing jazz

It, too, is in a separately fenced area.

playground at Port Orleans French Quarter

The pool at Port Orleans French Quarter undergoes routine maintenance from time to time. If you want to check any scheduled dates, we keep a list of scheduled Disney Resort Hotel Refurbishments.

The Resorts Gal Spin on the Doubloon Lagoon Pool

Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter is our second choice for moderate resort hotels at Disney World. Its boutique size provides a simple footprint, making it easy to get from one destination to the next. No matter your room location, it will only be a short walk to the lobby, pool, or transportation. We also think you’ll want to spend some time at the pool, especially those with children.

Theming for the resort is on point. And those friendly gators poised with their favorite jazz instruments are sure to make you smile a time or two during your stay. Port Orleans French Quarter is only a short walk or boat ride from Port Orleans Riverside. Guests of the resort are welcome to use the pools at Port Orleans Riverside, but I think most will agree the Doubloon Lagoon far supersedes Ol’ Man Island Pool. We love this resort pool!

Alligator playing a clarinet at Port Orleans French Quarter Pool.

Those planning a stay at Port Orleans French Quarter might enjoy our resort guide, which lists our coverage of the resort to date.

Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort

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