Resort Thread Disney's POLYNESIAN VILLAGE RESORT

[Lindaleeann]

Wailulu waits vary wildly, from experience. Time of day and whether or not you’re fine with sitting at the bar are the biggest factors.

Thank you!

 

[Tink0808]

We had lunch there with short wait because we wanted to eat inside .

 

[kylenne]

Figuring out logistics as my tower stay rapidly approaches. Is rideshare still picking up and dropping off only at the GCH? I plan on taking it for airport transportation.

 

[trishadono]

Figuring out logistics as my tower stay rapidly approaches. Is rideshare still picking up and dropping off only at the GCH? I plan on taking it for airport transportation.

My trips in April and May yes only GCH.

 

[Dave006]

Figuring out logistics as my tower stay rapidly approaches. Is rideshare still picking up and dropping off only at the GCH? I plan on taking it for airport transportation.

Rideshares can't access the parking lot at the Island Tower for a pickup since it is an unmanned lot. You need a room key or MB to access.

Dave

 

[mrsap]

BouTiki Gift Shop Partially Reopens With Updated Flooring, Refurbishment Wrapping Up Soon

The BouTiki gift shop at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has partially reopened following refurbishment. According to Cast Members that we spoke with, the flooring was updated during the closure, but nothing else was touched. With a majority of the gift shop now reopened, work shifts to the other side of the gift shop. All work is expected to be completed very shortly. Here’s a look around during our visit to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort earlier today!

The new flooring offers a more natural wood grain look versus the old style that looked more like individual planks, offering a stark contrast between pieces.


Click link for more pics.

 

[yaksack]

My daughter is a foodie. Is there a snack that is unique to the Poly?

 

[C.Witch]

My daughter is a foodie. Is there a snack that is unique to the Poly?

YES! Chocolate dipped bacon

 

[OKW Lover]

My daughter is a foodie. Is there a snack that is unique to the Poly?

Dole Whip

 

[Gary Stocker]

Dole Whip

..and if your daughter is over 21 a spiky pineapple (dole whip with spiced rum). My favorite snack.

 

[mrsap]

Prep for Roof Repair Work Begins on Aotearoa Building at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort​

It now appears the roof of Aotearoa is being prepped for some possible repair work.

When turning left on the path that runs across the building’s interior side, some new additions can be spotted on the edge of the pointed roof.



These new additions are some hanging yellow flags, which are attached to bright orange warning posts.



The string of yellow flags runs across this entire side of the roof, to both edges of the building. This style of temporary barrier is often installed right before construction work is set to take place. The flags help construction crew members to not accidentally get too close to the edge of the roof while working.

As seen in the above picture, the small overhang on this side of the roof is missing. In October of 2024, the roofs of several Polynesian Resort buildings were damaged and, in some cases, completely peeled back by Hurricane Milton. This overhang has been missing since then, so it is possible Disney is finally going back up to restore the missing panels.

Additional preparation for possible repair work can be spotted on the far edge of the building closest to the Island Tower. A small area on the left of the guest walkway has been blocked off with signs and white barriers.



The largest sign is the usual “Please Pardon our Appearance” text usually seen in construction areas. The white barrier also includes two smaller signs saying “Exit temporarily closed – please use alternate building exit.” At the time of writing, these two signs were off to the side of the stairwell and did not appear to indicate the exit was actually closed. However, it is possible these barriers will be moved to a new spot where they will block an exit in the future, making the signage necessary.

Behind the barriers were stacks of construction supplies.

 

[trishadono]

My daughter is a foodie. Is there a snack that is unique to the Poly?

Also many of the things at Capn Cooks.

 

[Gary Stocker]

Also many of the things at Capn Cooks.

The Thai coconut meatballs lived rent free in my head for many years...recently replaced by the street corn dog on the boardwalk..but it holds a place in my heart...or eventual heart attack haha.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

I think similar info has been shared, but FYI here’s the latest pre-arrival email they’re sending around about Poly guest parking.

 

[hardcorestitch]

Tried to get here today… looks like it must be packed. Going to roll this over to 2026 I guess…

 

[kylenne]

I think similar info has been shared, but FYI here’s the latest pre-arrival email they’re sending around about Poly guest parking.

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I just got this email yesterday.