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LisaZ1113 · 11-25-2009, 04:47 PM

Quick question...

Is it really annoying to get around?? It seems so big!
We don't mind walking at all, just curious if you have to walk outside to get to everything??

CR Resort Fan 4 Life · 11-25-2009, 04:49 PM

Yes all their Longhouses are located outside from the Great Ceremonial House, which means they have none in their main building.

tinkerbellmichelle · 11-25-2009, 04:52 PM

We didn't think it was that big. We were in Fiji Garden View and actually our balcony looked toward the marina. It was a minute walk, if that, to get breakfast in the morning and then not too far from the ttc from there. It really didn't feel all that big and I loved that it was a bunch of different buildings because none were a far walk from the stairs/elevator.

Missus Toad · 11-25-2009, 04:58 PM

Walking the Poly is not only easy, but a pleasure!

leeann32 · 11-25-2009, 05:00 PM

The Poly grounds are so pretty, you'll enjoy walking around! The only time it was a pain, was when it was raining.

iloveeeyore · 11-25-2009, 05:06 PM

We don't find it to be very spread-out at all. In fact, we had a longer walk to the bus stop when we stayed at the WL, which is all in one building, than we ever had at the Poly. The longest walk from one end to the other (say from Aotearoa to the TTC), walking at a leisurely pace, is about 7-10 minutes. We could do it faster, walking at a nice clip. Since the GCH (lobby) and the pools are pretty centrally located, the longest walk you should have to get there would be 5 minutes, maybe.

The only time the separate buildings present a problem is when the weather is disagreeable, as in pouring rain. You have to deal with that everywhere in Disney anyway. Bring ponchos!

EeyoreEma · 11-25-2009, 05:35 PM

It's so beautiful there that it's hard to mind walking any. I didn't really think anyplace was that far away either. We were in Hawaii and it was just a short walk anywhere we wanted to go.

CR Resort Fan 4 Life · 11-25-2009, 05:43 PM

My family and I didn't stay in this section but when we would walk to and from the TTC, we could not believe how far away the Tahiti Longhouse was to the Great Ceremonial House. I also know it's very close to the TTC so that's a plus for those staying there, however it's one location where my family and I would not want to stay at.

chocovrdmicears · 11-25-2009, 06:04 PM

There was absolutely nothing *annoying* about walking/getting around the Poly. I didn't think the grounds were too spread out at all. We stayed at CSR last year..now THAT is a lot of walking.

my2princessgirls · 11-25-2009, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by chocovrdmicears

There was absolutely nothing *annoying* about walking/getting around the Poly. I didn't think the grounds were too spread out at all. We stayed at CSR last year..now THAT is a lot of walking.

I was going to post the same thing. We've stayed at the Polynesian twice, and it just isn't as spread out as it looks/seems. However, we stayed at CSR earlier this month and it DID seem spread out to us.

We love the Polynesian, and it would be our #1 choice every trip if money were no object!!

kaffinito · 11-25-2009, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by CR Resort Fan 4 Life

My family and I didn't stay in this section but when we would walk to and from the TTC, we could not believe how far away the Tahiti Longhouse was to the Great Ceremonial House. I also know it's very close to the TTC so that's a plus for those staying there, however it's one location where my family and I would not want to stay at.

I totally agree. It does seem to be far from Tahiti to the GCH. We stayed in Tokelau and it wasn't too bad a walk. My ideal location would be Fiji longhouse.

Capt. Barbosa · 11-25-2009, 09:43 PM

WE stayed in Tahiti this past Oct. and by we I mean me, my DW (in a wheelchair) and my 2 sons 10 and 8, and we never found the walk to anywhere to be far or too long especially comapred to the amount of walking you do in the parks all day long. I think it was less than a 5 min. walk to GCH from our room.

DisneyFamily123 · 11-25-2009, 09:53 PM

I've only been to Poly once so not an expert... but, we stayed at Tahiti and thought it was convenient.... nice, quick (5 min.) walk to the TTC MK ferry and monorail to Epcot.. and the walk to the GCH was not very long (7 minutes?) and nice... we walked along the beach and through the Volcano Pool area to GCH, so our walk included the lagoon, beach, castle, and tiki torches (at night). The beach in front of Tahiti was very private and quiet. Great view of Castle from our room.

Hawaii building is closer and still has castle views, but I can't see paying all that extra money for concierge... doesn't seem like you get much except some food, and we like to dine out.

Now, if you have young children or older people who are going to be slow or tire out fast, then it would be easier to be closer to GCH and hop on the monorail to get to places... We only had one 4yr old who had lots of energy on the way out.... and was usually in the stroller on the way back to the resort from the parks.

For a future trip, I'd consider the Samoa building. Some of the patio rooms faced the Volcano pool. Samoa is very close (really just a few steps) to GCH, volcano pool, and the beach... and I'd think that garden views would not be of a parking lot like is possible with some other buildings.

SpecialK · 11-25-2009, 10:01 PM

Tahiti was a drag when it was raining, but we would cut through other longhouses.

mickey2minnie1 · 11-26-2009, 08:31 AM

Walking around the grounds is one of reasons that I love the Poly so much. They are beautiful. We stayed in 07 and it was during a tropical storm. We just ran for it and laughed. Being out and about helps you to appreciate what you have paid for IMHO. It truly is gorgeous.

11-25-2009, 04:49 PM	#2
CR Resort Fan 4 Life DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2006 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 24,919	Yes all their Longhouses are located outside from the Great Ceremonial House, which means they have none in their main building. __________________ Next Vacation To Walt Disney World 08/10/2010 - 08/20/2010: Disney's Contemporary Resort - Bay Lake View - Atrium Club.

11-25-2009, 04:52 PM	#3
tinkerbellmichelle Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 231	We didn't think it was that big. We were in Fiji Garden View and actually our balcony looked toward the marina. It was a minute walk, if that, to get breakfast in the morning and then not too far from the ttc from there. It really didn't feel all that big and I loved that it was a bunch of different buildings because none were a far walk from the stairs/elevator. __________________ FLorida Here we Come.... --------------------------------- - Michelle Disneyland - offsite - 1985 Disneyworld - offsite - 1988 WDW - Polynesian - January 3 - 9 2009 WDW - Jan 3 - 8 2010 - Boardwalk Inn Pre-Trip Report: The How Many Times Can We Change Our Mind Pre-Trip Report - Jan 3 - 8 2010

11-25-2009, 04:58 PM	#4
Missus Toad Amazing! She actually stays awake during the Hall of Presidents! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 659	Walking the Poly is not only easy, but a pleasure! __________________ (me!) (dh)(dd - 6) (ds - 5) WDW on-site devotee since 1976! Major DL Fan! Happy DVC Member since 1994!

11-25-2009, 05:00 PM	#5
leeann32 DIS Veteran Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Oconomowoc, WI Posts: 742	The Poly grounds are so pretty, you'll enjoy walking around! The only time it was a pain, was when it was raining. __________________ 2009 Beach Club 2008 Polynesian Me: Dh: :Dd14: Ds12 & Ds6:

11-25-2009, 05:06 PM	#6
iloveeeyore DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Westchester County, NY Posts: 1,175	We don't find it to be very spread-out at all. In fact, we had a longer walk to the bus stop when we stayed at the WL, which is all in one building, than we ever had at the Poly. The longest walk from one end to the other (say from Aotearoa to the TTC), walking at a leisurely pace, is about 7-10 minutes. We could do it faster, walking at a nice clip. Since the GCH (lobby) and the pools are pretty centrally located, the longest walk you should have to get there would be 5 minutes, maybe. The only time the separate buildings present a problem is when the weather is disagreeable, as in pouring rain. You have to deal with that everywhere in Disney anyway. Bring ponchos! __________________ :DH Me DD 15 DS 13 Next trip - Summer 2010 20th Wedding Anniversary Celebration, Poly GV and AKL CL!!! With DH and DKs - WL CY, Poly GV, Poly GVC, Courtyard by Marriott DTD, CBR Numerous trips as kids to CR, Poly, Golf Resort

11-25-2009, 04:47 PM	#1
LisaZ1113 Mouseketeer Join Date: May 2009 Location: New York Posts: 242	Experienced Poly disney goers... Quick question... Is it really annoying to get around?? It seems so big! We don't mind walking at all, just curious if you have to walk outside to get to everything?? __________________ Me FH

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11-25-2009, 05:35 PM	#7
EeyoreEma Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 114	It's so beautiful there that it's hard to mind walking any. I didn't really think anyplace was that far away either. We were in Hawaii and it was just a short walk anywhere we wanted to go.

11-25-2009, 05:43 PM	#8
CR Resort Fan 4 Life DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2006 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 24,919	My family and I didn't stay in this section but when we would walk to and from the TTC, we could not believe how far away the Tahiti Longhouse was to the Great Ceremonial House. I also know it's very close to the TTC so that's a plus for those staying there, however it's one location where my family and I would not want to stay at. __________________ Next Vacation To Walt Disney World 08/10/2010 - 08/20/2010: Disney's Contemporary Resort - Bay Lake View - Atrium Club.

11-25-2009, 06:04 PM	#9
chocovrdmicears DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,720	There was absolutely nothing annoying about walking/getting around the Poly. I didn't think the grounds were too spread out at all. We stayed at CSR last year..now THAT is a lot of walking.

11-25-2009, 09:43 PM	#12
Capt. Barbosa Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Black Pearl, British West Indies Posts: 213	WE stayed in Tahiti this past Oct. and by we I mean me, my DW (in a wheelchair) and my 2 sons 10 and 8, and we never found the walk to anywhere to be far or too long especially comapred to the amount of walking you do in the parks all day long. I think it was less than a 5 min. walk to GCH from our room. __________________ First of all,returning you to shore was never part of our agreement. Second, you are not a pirate, so the Pirate's Code does not apply. And third, the Pirate's Code is more of a set of what you'd call 'guidelines' than actual rules. Welcome aboard the Black Pearl.

11-25-2009, 09:53 PM	#13
DisneyFamily123 Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 355	Buildings - Depends on Who's Walking I've only been to Poly once so not an expert... but, we stayed at Tahiti and thought it was convenient.... nice, quick (5 min.) walk to the TTC MK ferry and monorail to Epcot.. and the walk to the GCH was not very long (7 minutes?) and nice... we walked along the beach and through the Volcano Pool area to GCH, so our walk included the lagoon, beach, castle, and tiki torches (at night). The beach in front of Tahiti was very private and quiet. Great view of Castle from our room. Hawaii building is closer and still has castle views, but I can't see paying all that extra money for concierge... doesn't seem like you get much except some food, and we like to dine out. Now, if you have young children or older people who are going to be slow or tire out fast, then it would be easier to be closer to GCH and hop on the monorail to get to places... We only had one 4yr old who had lots of energy on the way out.... and was usually in the stroller on the way back to the resort from the parks. For a future trip, I'd consider the Samoa building. Some of the patio rooms faced the Volcano pool. Samoa is very close (really just a few steps) to GCH, volcano pool, and the beach... and I'd think that garden views would not be of a parking lot like is possible with some other buildings. __________________ Disney World Nov. 2008 - All Star Sports Oct. 2009 - Polynesian Dec. 2010 - Grand Floridian

11-25-2009, 10:01 PM	#14
SpecialK DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 1,458	Tahiti was a drag when it was raining, but we would cut through other longhouses.

11-26-2009, 08:31 AM	#15
mickey2minnie1 DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,043	Walking around the grounds is one of reasons that I love the Poly so much. They are beautiful. We stayed in 07 and it was during a tropical storm. We just ran for it and laughed. Being out and about helps you to appreciate what you have paid for IMHO. It truly is gorgeous. __________________ May 2010 4 nights at the Poly GVCL w/DH Nov 2010 4 nights at the CBR with my 3 children Oct/Nov 2009 8 nights at the Poly GVCL: Oct/Nov 2007 9 nights at the Poly Me DH DS 12 DS 9 DD 7 Sebastian 1

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