Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is a Deluxe Resort that’s located near Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. The resort is inspired by the South Pacific and will forever be a classic Walt Disney World Resort hotel, especially since it first opened on Oct. 1, 1971, the same day Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Magic Kingdom opened.
Overview
Located in the Magic Kingdom Resort Area, the Polynesian has a lot to offer and not only because it’s an original resort that’s been standing since opening day.
From popular dining locations, like Kona Café and ‘Ohana, to a Monorail station attached to the hotel, to having views of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom, to being able to eat Dole Whip right at the resort, well, Polynesian is a fan-favorite for many reasons.
There’s no denying that Polynesian as a whole is a stunning resort. Here’s everything you need to know about the the iconic resort.
Rooms And Bathrooms
There are a variety of rooms to book at Polynesian, including a selection of rooms with Club Level Service, which we go over in more detail below. Depending on the room you book, you can even sleep up to 8 adults.
Of course, the rooms feature the standard amenities, including a hairdryer, TV, free WiFi, a coffee maker, telephone, in-room safe, and an iron and ironing board.
There are even some great amenities like a microwave, toaster, and a fully-equipped kitchen with either a full or mini-refrigerator.
If you’re wondering about outlets and USB ports, you can find both in all of the rooms. Regarding storage, there isn’t space underneath the beds to place luggage or any other belongings. But, you can find store whatever you need in drawers and the closets. There is also counter space in the bathrooms to place belongings and bathroom products.
Here are the rooms available to book:
Rooms And Suites
- Theme Park View: Views of Magic Kingdom Park and Seven Seas Lagoon; 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
- Lagoon View: Views of Seven Seas Lagoon; 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
- Standard View: Views of Garden, Monorail or Parking Area; 2 Queen Beds or 1 King Bed and 1 Day Bed
- Pool or Marina View: Views of Pool or Marina; 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
- 1 Bedroom Suite: Views of Marina; 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
- Ambassador Vice Presidential Suite: Views of Garden; 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
- King Kamehameha Suite: Views of Cinderella Castle and the Marina; 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
Rooms With Club-Level Service
These rooms and suites have standard amenities, in addition to Club-Level Service perks. They include:
- Evening turndown
- Secured key access to the club-level lounge (serves refreshments 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily)
- Complimentary fax assistance
- Access to Concierge service at the King Kamehameha Club
- Complimentary health club access
- Complimentary newspapers in Club Level lounge
- Personalized Front Desk and Guest Services
Here are the rooms:
- Lagoon View — Club Level: Views of Seven Seas Lagoon; 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
- Theme Park View — Club Level: Theme Park View; 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
- Garden View — Club Level: Views of Garden or Quiet Pool; 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
- Honeymoon Room — Club Level: Views of Marina; 1 King Bed
Note: There are also both wheelchair and hearing accessible rooms available that include accessible bathrooms and visual alarms.
You can check out room layouts below.
Checking In And Out
When it comes to checking in and out, you have a few options: at the front desk, online through the official Walt Disney World website, or via the My Disney Experience app.
The front desk is located in the main lobby of the Great Ceremonial House. Even though the front desk is there to assist guests, especially with checking in and checking out, all Disney World Resort guests are encouraged to check-in online or by using MDE.
- Checking-In: After you check-in online or using the app, you’ll receive a room-ready notification via next. You can then use your MagicBand or MDE’s digital key feature to unlock your room door.
- Checking-Out: Currently, guests will automatically be checked out of their rooms. But, if you have unresolved charges to your hotel folio, you’ll need to visit the front desk.
Note: Guests also have the option of to chat virtually with resort Cast Members via MDE for any assistance.
The lobby has plenty of seating and is perfectly themed. You can also access dining and gift shops, along with the Monorail station on the second floor.
Magical Express pickup is just outside the lobby. Resort Airline Check-In and luggage storage are right out front of the lobby for those who have checked out or are waiting to check in. (Be sure to check with the resort to see if airline check-in and luggage storage services are available.)
Parking
Parking is available. There is a standard $25 overnight self-parking fee (including tax) that is applied to guests’ hotel folio upon check-out. (If you made resort reservations before June 18, 2020 for an arrival in 2020, the parking fee is only $24 per night.)
Valet parking is also available for $33 per night.
Complimentary standard self-parking is available for non-resort guests exploring dining, shopping, entertainment, and other experiences during the day.
We also have a complete Walt Disney World parking guide you can browse.
Important: Valet parking might not always be available.
Pros And Cons
Resort category: Deluxe
WDW Prep Favorite: Yes
Pros: Easy access to both Magic Kingdom and Epcot by monorail (can walk to TTC to get Epcot monorail if you would like), boat option to Magic Kingdom, theming, view of Magic Kingdom fireworks with music piped in, very popular/delicious on-site restaurants, big rooms
Cons: High cost, shared buses which can mean long bus rides to places other than Magic Kingdom and Epcot, resort can feel too spread out
Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021 room options
Room type | Bed size | Max people per room | Floor Plan |
Standard View | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
Lagoon View | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
Theme Park View | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
Pool or Marina View | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
Garden View - Club Level | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
Lagoon View - Club Level | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
Theme Park View - Club Level | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
1 Bedroom Suite | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
1 Bedroom Suite - Club Level | Queen | 5 | ![]() |
Ambassador Vice Presidential Suite | Queen | 8 | ![]() |
King Kamehameha Suite | Queen | 8 | ![]() |
Resort Map
Scheduled refurbishments
Name: Polynesian Village Refurbishment
Description:
From: October 1, 2020
To: August 31, 2021
Other info
Amenities And Shops
From gift shops, to on-site laundry services, there are several amenities offered to guests at Polynesian.
Important note: Some of the following amenities might not be available at all times.
- BouTiki: Shop for Hawaiian shirts, ukuleles, Disney character merchandise, and more.
- Disney’s Magnolia, Palm and Oak Trail Pro Shop: Found at the Magnolia Golf Course located nearby the resort. Shop for golf merchandise, rentals, and other souvenirs.
- Moana Mercantile: The main gift store located that features a variety of merchandise, including items that are resort-themed.
- Electrical Water Pageant: A nighttime water parade that sails along on Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake.
- Lilo’s Playhouse: Adults can drop off kids (ages 3 to 12) to enjoy activities inspired by classic tales like Peter Pan, Alice in Wonderland, and Pinocchio.
- Laundry Services: You can find 24-hour self-service laundry rooms near Lil0’s Playhouse.
- Dry Cleaning Services: Dry cleaning and valet laundry services are also an option.
- Movies Under the Stars: Watch complimentary Disney movies on the Great Ceremonial House lawn.
- Childcare Services: In-room babysitting for children 6 months to 12 years old.
Pools And Recreation
Polynesian has one feature pool and one leisure pool. If you need a non-park day, we recommended spending the day at your hotel and enjoying a Disney Resort pool.
Important note: Some of the pools and recreation options might not be available at all times.
Feature Pool
- Lava Pool: Features a towering volcano, a waterfall, and a 142 foot-long waterslide. There’s also a lounge and bar nearby.
Leisure Pool
- Oasis Pool: A leisure pool for all ages that perfect for relaxing.
Guests can also check out the Oasis Patio, a private shaded area close to the pool and accommodates up to 6 guests. You can also place food and drink orders to be delivered from the Oasis Bar & Grill. These are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. For advanced reservations and pricing information, call (407) 939-7529.
Some other recreational options include:
- Jogging
- Volleyball
- Fishing
- Motorized Boat Rentals
- Hula Dance Lessons
- Lava Pool Party
- Campfire to roast marshmallows
How to get from Polynesian Village Resort to anywhere at Disney World
There are three forms of transportation available: buses, water transportation, and the Monorail. You can access theme parks and Disney Springs via the bus. The water taxis transport guests across Seven Seas Lagoon to Magic Kingdom or Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
As for the Monorail, you can access Magic Kingdom, Epcot (the park has its own line and you will have to transfer at the Transportation and Ticket Center, aka TTC), Grand Floridian, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort. All of the different ways to get from the Polynesian to anywhere in Disney World is detailed below.
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2 | All-Star Movies | All-Star Sports | Follow these steps:
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3 | All-Star Movies | Animal Kingdom | Follow these steps:
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4 | All-Star Movies | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House (main bldg) | Follow these steps:
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5 | All-Star Movies | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village | Follow these steps:
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7 | All-Star Movies | Bay Lake Tower | Follow these steps:
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8 | All-Star Movies | Beach Club Villas | Follow these steps:
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9 | All-Star Movies | Beach Club | Follow these steps:
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10 | All-Star Movies | Blizzard Beach | Follow these steps:
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Dining options at Polynesian Village Resort
You can find a few different dining options at the Polynesian. Take note that Capt. Cook’s offers Mobile Order and Kona Cafe has Mobile Dine Check-In, meaning you’ll check-in using the My Disney Experience app rather than going to the host stand. When your table is ready, you’ll be notified to proceed to a specific location.
Kona Cafe also has Table Service To Go, which allows guests to Mobile Order and take their meal back to their room. You can read more about the dining options below.
Breakfast
Capt Cook’s (breakfast)
Quick ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Easy and quick way to grab favorite breakfast items like Mickey waffles and Tonga Toast, lots of seating, mobile ordering in My Disney Experience available
Cons: Can get quite busy during peak times
Ohana (breakfast) – Temporarily Closed
Table ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Table Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: Yes
Pros: Food options to please most people (all-you-can-eat American breakfast), characters appear (Lilo, Stitch, Mickey, and others)
Cons: Popular spot so reservations are hard to get, check in can take a long time so maybe even consider arriving early for your reservation
Tips: Book ASAP if you are interested in eating here; breakfast hours extend until 12:00 pm which makes it a great place to grab a late breakfast.
Kona Cafe (breakfast)
Table ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Table Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Good food all around (try the Tonga Toast and Kona coffee), mobile ordering through MDE available
Cons: Used to be a hidden gem but now books up much further in advance. Just want a quick Kona coffee and pastry? Grab that from the nearby coffee bar.
Lunch
Oasis Bar & Grill (lunch) – Temporarily Closed
Quick ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Several unique salads and fish options are available for lunch or you can grab some standard bar food or a specialty cocktail or Hawaiian beer while enjoying the pool
Cons: Doesn't usually open until 11 am
Capt. Cook’s (lunch)
Quick ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Good menu options (the homemade chips and Aloha pork sandwich are particular favorites), lots of seating, mobile ordering in My Disney Experience available
Cons: Can get quite busy during peak times
Kona Cafe (lunch)
Table ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Table Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Good food all around, mobile ordering through MDE available
Cons: Used to be a hidden gem but now books up much further in advance
Dinner
Capt. Cook’s (dinner)
Quick ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Good menu options (the homemade chips and Aloha pork sandwich are particular favorites), lots of seating, mobile ordering in My Disney Experience available
Cons: Can get quite busy during peak times
Spirit of Aloha (dinner) – Temporarily Unavailable
Table ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 2 Table Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Family-style food to eat while watching the show, unlimited beer and wine,
Cons: Show can be canceled due to weather, expensive, show is a bit cheesy, many seats don't offer a great view
Ohana (dinner) – Temporarily Closed
Table ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Table Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: Yes
Pros: Food options to please most anybody (lots of meat options plus their much-beloved bread pudding for dessert), kids are included in activities during the meal (which mortifies my kids but outgoing kids find it fun)
Cons: Popular spot so reservations are hard to get, check in can take a long time so maybe even consider arriving early for your reservation
Kona Cafe (dinner)
Table ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Table Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Good food all around, mobile ordering through MDE available
Cons: Used to be a hidden gem but now books up much further in advance. Can't get in? Try sushi at the nearby sushi bar.
Everything Else
Pineapple Lanai
Quick ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, snack credits, Quick Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Dole Whip treats (much quicker spot to get Dole Whips than Magic Kingdom location) and shaved ice, good use of snack credits, nice outdoor seating area
Cons: No longer self serve
Barefoot Pool Bar
Quick ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? No, Quick Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Great place to grab a specialty drink
Cons: Limited seating
Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto – Temporarily Closed
Table ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? No, 0 Table Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Super fun environment, delicious drinks (including great souvenir cups!) and food
Cons: Very limited indoor seating, Disney Dining Plan credits not accepted
Tambu Lounge
Table ServiceLocation: Polynesian Village Resort – Reopening Summer 2021
On the Disney Dining Plan? No, 0 Table Service credit(s)
WDW Prep Favorite: No
Pros: Nice spot to grab an appetizer, 'Ohana bread pudding, or a specialty drink (including a Lapu Lapu, the popular drink that served in a pineapple), good atmosphere
Cons: Only open in the evening, expensive drinks