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Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter vs Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
Both hotels are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando is preferred by most reviewers compared to Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando comes in at 80 with approval from 6 publications such as The Telegraph, Oyster and Travel + Leisure.
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Zagat
Fodor's
Gayot
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
2201 Orleans Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $182 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Zagat
3.5
"A "New Orleans theme radiates through" this "wonderful", "relaxing" "hidden gem" of a resort offering "lovely" grounds with "cobblestone streets"."
Fodor's
"Ornate Big Easy–style row houses with wrought iron–clad balconies cluster around magnolia-shaded squares in this relatively quiet resort, which appeals to couples more than families."
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Gayot
"Enjoy some Southern charm at Disney’s Port Orleans, a pleasant, moderate resort that captures the color and quaintness of the famed French Quarter."
Frommer's
"The main pool at Riverside is less elaborate than French Quarter’s, although it has five pools to French Quarter’s one."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Lush gardens and a jubilant Mardi Gras motif blend in an effort to create a Louisiana feel to these sister resorts."
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Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Gayot
Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
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6601 Adventure Way, Orlando, FL 32819
From $0 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Travel + Leisure
"Universal's newest Orlando property has 1,000 rooms centered around a tropical lagoon with a huge, snaking pool area complete with waterfalls, slides, and two white-sand beaches."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"Close to the theme parks but still provides a serene Caribbean-style getaway, set around a lagoon and waterfalls, with tempting dining and a unique rum bar."
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Gayot
"Resort amenities and theme park perks draw families to this massive property."
Oyster
Upscale
"This massive 1000-room upscale resort is set within the Universal Orlando complex and comes with an array of theme park perks, including free water taxis and early admission to some parks."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"The pool is the gem of this Caribbean-inspired resort, with a sand beach, water slide, fire pit, and rentable cabanas."
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