ALOHA! The Polynesian Resort Information Thread: September 2012

[Grace&Carolinesmom]

Thanks for the pics link!

Some quick thoughts.....The bedroom looks very bright but I look forward to seeing a wider view. The uploaded bed pic looked very plain so I am hoping to see more island decor in the rest of the room. The bathrooms are beautiful but what's up with the towel bars in front of the sinks? Is this an accessible room?

 

[TaraPA]

I wondered too if it was an accessible room. I love Poly but I'm not loving the new decor. It won't stop me from giong back though!

 

[Kanga1]

I don't think it's an accessible room because it has a regular tub/shower. I loved the old (dark) decor and I'll still love the Poly no matter what, but I sure wish they would have added a shelf under the sinks.

 

[Grace&Carolinesmom]

Those towel bars are just strange if this is the design for ALL the rooms. It would interfere with little ones trying to reach the sink and the constant leaning by both children and adults would quickly loosen those fittings(read towel bars falling off)

 

[maiapapaya]

The bedding pics look like they have the cover pulled down (it looks like just the sheets and not a coverlet since it's tucked in?) Don't like the neck rolls, kind of tacky IMO. I too would like to see a wider shot, before someone's stuff is in the room, just to get the full affect. Anxious to see the lounge pics from Hawaii too!

 

[lnhstl]

Anyone know how late the boats from Poly to MK run? Do they run during Wishes?

 

[disneydreamin247]

Oh, no. These photos make me terribly sad, and I just booked a 5 night stay for June!

 

[Tinkerbellie16]

Pictures of Hawaii:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3079121

Thanks for posting. Can you elaborate on what you think about the new decor?

From the photos, I'm just not sure I like it better than the old theme but it is always so different in person! I've never thought the rooms were too dark but in photos the decor always looked so deceiving which is where I think this perception came from.

 

[Tinkerbellie16]

Thanks for posting. Can you elaborate on what you think about the new decor?

From the photos, I'm just not sure I like it better than the old theme but it is always so different in person! I've never thought the rooms were too dark but in photos the decor always looked so deceiving which is where I think this perception came from.

Oops, looks like you just posted a link and aren't actually there. Thanks for posting the link!

 

[singastory]

I LOVE the new decor!! So excited! Can't wait to see a full-view pic

 

[Dominion]

Hi all,

I have another question about CL rooms in Hawaii. Are there any connecting rooms?? We are traveling with our 2 little ones and my parents and thought it might be super convenient to have rooms with a connecting door, but I wasn't sure if that is even available since I haven't seen anyone else mention it.

Thanks!

 

[Cindie-rella]

I'm glad the renovations won't be done by the time we arrive late next month. From what I've seen of the old rooms compared to what was posted of the new, I really think I like the old better. Although this is our 1st stay there, so I know its always much better in person than in pics. I'm just glad we get to experience the old rooms 1st.

 

[jdd]

I'm a little disappointed too! I agree that we need to see more, expanded pics, but these look like just any hotel room - where's the Polynesian theming??? The bathroom looks so plain white/black and really dull -I'm a little sad

 

[Alli76]

Hi all,

I have another question about CL rooms in Hawaii. Are there any connecting rooms?? We are traveling with our 2 little ones and my parents and thought it might be super convenient to have rooms with a connecting door, but I wasn't sure if that is even available since I haven't seen anyone else mention it.

Thanks!

Yes there are (or at least before the rehab there were)! We were in the same situation on our last trip and got connecting rooms. They are not guaranteed though so even if you request you may not get it. Make sure you request it on your reservation!

 

[Wanna be Ariel]

I just saw pictures of the Club Level and I think that all the new seats look great. And the brighter color on the wall there make it look even bigger! Tikiman has it on his FB page. Very cool I cant wait til September.

 

[welvWDW]

The torch lighting ceremony starts in the Great Ceremonial House at 6:00 pm on the nights that Spirit of Aloha is performed. Not 100% sure, but usually Tuesday-Saturday.

Thanks!!

 

[HappyMomma]

Oh bummer. I don't think I like the renovations. Too contemporary looking for me. Not a fan of the minty green. Hate the bathroom. It's not warm and inviting. It looks like a medical clinic from the 70's. There is no softness. It's *harsh*.
If I would have known how bad it would be, I would have booked BC before it sold out.

 

[welvWDW]

The new pic's posted on tikiman's facebook page 20 minutes ago show the rooms in wide angle & give them much more appeal! I think they are lovely & can't wait to be there in May!!!

 

[mmmears]

The new pic's posted on tikiman's facebook page 20 minutes ago show the rooms in wide angle & give them much more appeal! I think they are lovely & can't wait to be there in May!!!

I agree -- I thought some of those photos made the rooms still look Poly-ish. I guess only time (and lots of photos, reviews, etc.) will tell.

 

[Elinor Dashwood]

Agreed! I love the new decor. It's much brighter yet still retains that tropical feel I love.