This is a part of why Poly didnt do it for us, especially my husband. We have been to Aulani and Poly felt kind of knock off to us. I should say OG Poly is different than the tower. OG Poly has a tiki room vibe which is very much just Disney, the tower is where we felt it was knock off. Also the cm saying Aloha at Poly was a bit cringey for us.
You have completely sold me on staying at Portofino when we decide to go to Universal. Previously I would have said I will just stay
DVC and drive.
We still want to stay at RIV to see how we like it, I think I really would like it. I actually loved Topolinos breakfast, but then again since we are vegan we dont get to experience food the way others do at restaurants at Disney.