ALOHA! And WELCOME to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort celebrates the welcoming “Aloha Spirit” of the South Pacific.

Walt Disney World offers three Resort hotel levels: Value, Moderate, and Deluxe. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is a Deluxe Resort located near Magic Kingdom. The Polynesian is also home to Disney Vacation Club Villas & Bungalows, and is also now home to even more Disney Vacation Club Villas since the new Island Tower opened on December 17, 2024!

Deluxe amenities, fun Resort activities and unique options for recreation, a wide range of dining options (including Character Dining, one of Disney World’s most beloved all-you-care-to-enjoy feasts, and a truly enchanted Tiki Bar!), lovely and relaxing pools, and much more make up this stunning Resort.

And it’s all just a quick Monorail ride away from the Magic Kingdom…

Let’s EXPLORE!

Atmosphere

The Polynesian celebrates tiki culture, and offers a nostalgic image of Pacific island vacations, though it isn’t necessarily a literal representation of those environments.

Dark woods are contrasted against brighter hued accents and tropical flowers.

The water elements both in and outdoors are truly remarkable.

As one of Walt Disney World’s opening day hotels (October 1st, 1971), Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has a rich history, and a HUGE following among Disney fans.

It really does embrace its name of “village” as its layout is comprised of 11 longhouses plus the over-the-water Bora Bora-like Bungalows and Island Tower.

These components branch out from the center of it all: the Great Ceremonial House.

Dining

Guests at Polynesian Village Resort have a wide array of dining options to enjoy, from Disney character dining to Quick Service restaurants to relaxing (some might even say enchanted) lounges, and beyond!

Table Service Restaurants

‘Ohana is one of the most popular and beloved dining experiences in Walt Disney World! 

Indulge in an all-you-can-eat Dinner feast of grilled meats, Hawaiian specialty sides, and the signature ‘Ohana Bread Pudding for dessert. (And if you time your meal right, you can enjoy viewing the Magic Kingdom fireworks from inside ‘Ohana!)

If you visit ‘Ohana in the morning, you’ll typically get to meet Lilo, Stitch, Mickey, and other Disney pals… all dressed up in their Hawaiian finest for the Best Friends Breakfast!

Ready for a visit to the islands? Time to head over to Kona Café!

This bright and airy casual Table Service restaurant is known for Tonga Toast and Macadamia Nut Pancakes for breakfast.  Specialty Sushi Rolls, burgers, and Dashi and Poke Bowls are just some of the options on the expansive lunch and dinner menu.

Wailulu Bar & Grill is located in the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.

The Wailulu Bar & Grill offers “breathtaking views of the Seven Seas Lagoon and Cinderella’s Castle at Magic Kingdom Park.” This casual walk-up pool bar and grill features an all-day Table Service menu for lunch and dinner. (There are also specialty coffee and on-the-go morning pastries available for breakfast.)

Counter Service Restaurants

Capt. Cook’s offers unique island-inspired quick service meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual and fun environment with indoor and outdoor seating.

For breakfast, Capt. Cook’s serves up a signature dish among its offerings: Tonga Toast! Polynesian favorites (like an Aloha Pork Sandwich and Pulled Pork Nachos) along with classic quick service eats like burgers, are served for lunch and dinner.

Lucky guests at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort also have access to one of the most beloved Disney World snacks at their own resort: Dole Whip!

Pineapple Lanai delivers a designated spot for the popular treat.

Kona Island offers a surprising variety of specialty coffee drinks like a Kona Blend Coffee Press Pot and pastries in the mornings.

During lunch and dinner, the options expand to offer Sushi selections as well.

Bars and Lounges

Trader Sam — the famous Head Salesman of Jungle Cruise fame — has collected artifacts from all over the globe in his travels and has brought them to his “happy hideaway” in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto!

Disney details abound all over Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto — a 51-seat bar which also features interactive elements from special effects throughout the room and zany antics from the bartenders in response to the ordering of certain libations (many of which are served in highly collectible souvenir tiki glasses)!

Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace is a relaxed, outdoor lounge featuring the same creative concoctions and food served inside Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto.

Live music and an outdoor waterfall contribute to the island vibe, and the enthusiastic Skippers who serve you play a huge part in making your experience fun and enjoyable.

Tambu Lounge is located in the waiting area for ‘Ohana. The bartenders are friendly, and sipping a signature Lapu Lapu (a rum drink served in a fresh pineapple) is always memorable!

In addition to specialty cocktails and a full bar, a small menu of appetizers is also available.

Those spending some time kicking at back the Lava Pool can also relax at the Barefoot Pool Bar.

This tiki hut-inspired outpost is a great place to grab a tropical drink, like a Pago Pago Painkiller or The Voyager (a drink that DFB helped to create!).

Guests staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort can enjoy the Oasis Pool during their visit.

And this is where you’ll find the Oasis Bar & Grill, ready to serve up Polynesian-themed food and specialty cocktails to folks making a splash at the pool.

Let’s continue our tour around the Polynesian Village…

Guest Rooms

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort features standard guest rooms with 2 Queen Beds and a Day Bed which can sleep up to 5 adults. Guests may choose a Resort View, a Theme Park View, or a Water View.  Club Level (or Concierge) Rooms also include Resort View, Theme Park View, or Water View room options as well as Suites: 1 Bedroom, the Ambassador VP Suite, and the King Kamehameha Suite. A Honeymoon Room is also available for booking.

In July 2021, guest rooms reopened following a major refurbishment to debut Moana-inspired decor, combining a Polynesian theme with modern design. The fun Moana details actually start before you set foot inside the room!

As you step inside, a bathroom and closet present themselves before the setting opens up to the main part of the room.

Here you can see the entirety of the main sleeping area. The color palette is based around a calming tan shade that’s complimented by pops of teal and orange.

Here is the room from the opposite angle taken during daytime hours.

These rooms are not short on storage! In addition to the main dresser below the TV, there is a generous three-door closet next to the coffee bar.

Inside are some complimentary hangers, spare bedding, a safe, and even a full-length mirror. 

The coffee bar is supplied with a Keurig and all you need for a nice cup of joe in the morning.

Below is a mini-fridge, perfect for storing your dinner leftovers for a midnight snack.

In between the beds is a nightstand with plugs for your chargers and the Hey Disney digital assistant! There’s also more storage underneath.

Each bed also has its own small side table as well as a bench for lounging or holding luggage.

The massive windows are perfect for letting in the Florida sunshine!

(There are also blackout curtains for those who prefer to sleep in.)

Accent tables are placed near a cushioned armchair for one.

The couch has Moana-inspired cushions, plus it comes with a handy tag showing instructions on how to convert it into a bed.

This is what it looks like when it’s in bed-mode!

Over in the bathroom, you have plenty of room to get ready for a full day in the parks. There are two sinks, a large shower, and a separate toilet room. 

This is an excellent size for a hotel shower, plus it has two shower heads!

The shower is fully stocked …

… and even more products can be found on the counter.

There are plenty of Moana touches across the room. From this wallpaper inspired by Maui’s tattoos …

… to this lampshade …

… to the adorable Heihei above the coffee station, there are plenty of details throughout this room that we enjoyed searching for.

And last but not least, the room comes with a lovely balcony area.

Depending on which floor you’re on, it may be a patio.

Click HERE to see even MORE details of the Polynesian Village Resort Guest Rooms!

Deluxe Studios

Deluxe Studios at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows offer either Preferred Views or Resort Views. These Studios can sleep up to 5 adults (with 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed, and 1 Single Pull Down Bed) and also provide one full bathroom (2 showers), a kitchenette with a small fridge and microwave, and a porch or balcony.

Bungalows

The spacious Bungalows at Polynesian Village Resort sleep up to 8 adult guests (with 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed and 2 Single Pull Down Beds)!

These luxurious Bungalows are perched and the waterfront and offer 2 full bathrooms, a full kitchen, living and dining areas, a washer and dryer, and a private deck with a plunge pool.

Island Tower

Island Tower joined Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort on December 17, 2024. (Island Tower is a Disney Vacation Club property, but anyone is invited to book a reservation here.)

Island Tower offers Duo Studios (which sleep up to 2 adults) and Deluxe Studios (which sleep up to 4 adults).

Click HERE for a full PHOTO TOUR of a Duo Studio AND a Deluxe Studio at Island Tower!

Additional accommodations for larger parties include 1- and 2-Bedroom Villas. 2-Bedroom Penthouses are another option.

Take a FULL TOUR of a 2-Bedroom Suite at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Island Tower HERE!

Guests at Island Tower also have access to four exclusive Terrace Gardens which offer fireworks viewing!

Amenities, Activities, and Recreation

Guests can enjoy the spacious Lava Pool (complete with a 142 foot-long volcano-themed waterslide!) and the Oasis Pool and Patio (home to the Oasis Bar & Grill).

The Lava Pool features family-friendly activities and games during the day, while the Oasis Pool provides a quieter respite.

Island Tower is home to the zero-entry Cove Pool.

The Cove Pool area is complete with an immersive Moana Splash Pad for little ones: Moana’s Voyage!

The Front Desk can provide you with information about current Resort Activities which may include options like Movies Under the Stars, Pool Parties, evening Campfires, and additional activities for a nominal fee such as Arts and Crafts that you can take home.

You will also see signs alerting to the day’s and week’s activities around the Resort so you don’t miss any of the fun!

Additional recreation options include Boat rentals (such as pontoons and Sea Raycers), fishing excursions, a jogging trail, and a volleyball court. 

In the evenings, guests can take in a viewing of the classic Electrical Water Pageant when it sails by on Seven Seas Lagoon!

The lights that create the Pageant’s bright and colorful sea creatures are coordinated with music, and you can check the My Disney Experience app or ask the front desk about showtimes.

Additional amenities for Resort guests include complimentary Wi-Fi, currency exchange, self-service laundry rooms, mail services, and online check-in.

Additional Resort Guest Benefits

MORE Theme Park Hours

Guest staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort have access to ADDITIONAL hours in the Disney World theme parks!

Early Theme Park Entry allows guests to enter any of the parks 30 minutes early to get a head start on their day in the parks!

This benefit is available for ANY theme park every day. Please note that guests need a valid theme park ticket for the park they’re planning to visit in order to gain early access.

The Disney World Parks also offer Extended Evening Theme Park Hours for select guests, giving them extra hours in the parks at night! Guests at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort qualify for this benefit, as it is exclusively to guests who are staying at a Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Walt Disney World Resort hotel for the length of their stay. 

Guests attending Extended Evening Hours need valid theme park admission for the hosting theme park. Click HERE to see the schedule for Extended Evening Hours!

Find out more about EXTRA Theme Park Hours for Disney Resort hotels guests HERE!

Early Access to Lightning Lanes for Theme Park Attractions

Lightning Lane Multi Pass is an optional paid service available through the My Disney Experience app which allows you to bypass standby lines and enter the Lightning Lane at select attractions in the parks by paying a base price for multiple attractions. When purchasing Lightning Lane Multi Pass, you can make up to 3 Lightning Lane Multi Pass selections in a park in advance of your visit.

Additionally, guests may opt to purchase Lightning Lane Single Passes via the My Disney Experience app. Lightning Lane Single Pass is essentially a pay-per-ride service. Guests pay a fee to utilize the Lightning Lane for an individual, in-demand attraction.

An additional Lightning Lane option called Lightning Lane Premier Pass is an inclusive option that grants one-time entry into EVERY Lightning Lane entry in a given park for one price, eliminating the need to monitor Lightning Lane availability and make new Lighting Lane reservations throughout the day, and granting the ability to simply show up at an attraction and enter the Lightning Lane (as opposed to booking a specific time).

DISNEY WORLD RESORT GUEST BENEFIT: Those staying at a Disney World Resort hotel (including Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort) can purchase Lightning Lane Premier Pass OR select their first 3 Lightning Lane Multi Pass selections and/or Lightning Lane Single Passes up to seven days in advance of their check-in day for their entire stay (up to 14 days), with all other guests being able to purchase and select their Lightning Lane options three days in advance.

Learn everything you need to know about Lightning Lanes in Disney World HERE!

“Hey, Disney!”

“Hey, Disney!” offers “custom voice assistance” to guests staying at Resort hotels in Walt Disney World!

This complimentary service, which works with Alexa on Amazon Echo devices, assists guests with room amenities, guest services, planning, and weather info… AND it brings along LOTS of extra Disney MAGIC to make all of these things a lot more FUN!

Click HERE to learn MUCH more about “Hey, Disney!”

Shopping

Of course, you’ll want to grab a souvenir (or ten 😉 ) to remember your Walt Disney World trip and your stay at the Polynesian.

And for that, you can stop by Boutiki and Moana Mercantile!

Looks for items unique to the Polynesian along with other Walt Disney World souvenirs.

Transportation

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is one of three Disney World hotels on the Monorail Loop, providing easy access to Magic Kingdom.

Boat (water taxi) transportation across Seven Seas Lagoon also takes guests to and from Magic Kingdom!

There is even a Walking Path to Magic Kingdom! The path also winds through Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort.

Guests have complimentary access to Disney Bus Transportation to and from EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks as well as the Disney water parks, and Disney Springs.

Watch our video from our DFB YouTube Channel to help you consider if Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is the right choice of Resort for YOUR Walt Disney World vacation!

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