I was excited about making our ressies at Poly-Lagoon view concierge. We had never done this before. Only stayed at CSR before. But after reading on here, I'm confused. It sounds like it is a great place but it also sounds like the rooms and buildings are kind of drab,dreary and musty smelling. Reading this has caused me to think that I may have made the wrong choice. Now I just don't know what to do. The rooms at CSR were great - clean the whole place just had a neat feeling when we were there. I was also excited reading that the hosusekeeping did extra things in the rooms, ex: towel animals, things done with the stuffed animals, etc.. But now I am reading and it seems that more are not getting these extras at the Poly but are at WL and other resorts. This was another reason we picked Poly. CSR didn't do this, and I was leaving really nice tips, in hopes that we would come back one day and find something done. But nothing was ever done. I thought the kids would enjoy finding these things. HELP!!!
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Some people don't like the decor at the Poly -- and some people complain about a musty smell. I don't know, I really love it there, myself. I'd look at lots of pictures on-line before you go.
The rooms are huge -- I don't think there are bigger ones anywhere. They've done alot of updating so they aren't run down or anything. The views are incedible. The convenience is unbeatable. I've found the CMs to be very friendly and helpful. The pool is very cool. Watching fireworks and the ELO from the beach is "magical as all get out."
Look at the pictures if you can -- I think it's a matter of the decor doing it for some people and not for others (it does it for us!)
The rooms are huge -- I don't think there are bigger ones anywhere. They've done alot of updating so they aren't run down or anything. The views are incedible. The convenience is unbeatable. I've found the CMs to be very friendly and helpful. The pool is very cool. Watching fireworks and the ELO from the beach is "magical as all get out."
Look at the pictures if you can -- I think it's a matter of the decor doing it for some people and not for others (it does it for us!)
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There was another discussion on this that ought to help:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=585987&highlight=+poly++mold
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=585987&highlight=+poly++mold
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Relax,
You never know where you will get these extras. It depends on your housekeeper. Does he/she even know how to make the towel animals?
We've stayed Poly/AKL Concierge and never got towel animals until our stay at POP Century.
If you want your children to have the extra magic do what I did. I bought some beanies from the Disney Store when they had a sale. When we left for the parks in the evening I put out the kids' surprises. They were shocked when we came back from the parks.
You will love the Poly Concierge. We are allergic to mold and never had any problems. The Hawaii building was renovated just last year.
Lori
You never know where you will get these extras. It depends on your housekeeper. Does he/she even know how to make the towel animals?
We've stayed Poly/AKL Concierge and never got towel animals until our stay at POP Century.
If you want your children to have the extra magic do what I did. I bought some beanies from the Disney Store when they had a sale. When we left for the parks in the evening I put out the kids' surprises. They were shocked when we came back from the parks.
You will love the Poly Concierge. We are allergic to mold and never had any problems. The Hawaii building was renovated just last year.
Lori
The Poly is by far our favorite resort. We stayed there in 2002 and loved it. Last May we thought we would try other resorts, so we split our stay between CR and YC. We still liked the Poly best. The location, the pools, the layout and the large rooms are what we like best.
The Poly is not decorated in the current fad of colors. Nor is it stark white walls and boring biege carpets. The colors are muted earth tones to go with the tropical theme. What gets me mad is that people think that because it is not new, it is not a good hotel. Unfortunately the mindset of many people is that new is better. IMHO, they are wrong. The only smell we found was the smell of the tropical plants. Mold is a problem at every hotel in Florida because it is a very humid climate. We did not have a problem with it when we were there. We found that you can not listen to everyone's opinion because what is good for one person, may not be for you. I would stronly suggest you keep your reservations and keep an open mind. I am sure you will love it. Jay
The Poly is not decorated in the current fad of colors. Nor is it stark white walls and boring biege carpets. The colors are muted earth tones to go with the tropical theme. What gets me mad is that people think that because it is not new, it is not a good hotel. Unfortunately the mindset of many people is that new is better. IMHO, they are wrong. The only smell we found was the smell of the tropical plants. Mold is a problem at every hotel in Florida because it is a very humid climate. We did not have a problem with it when we were there. We found that you can not listen to everyone's opinion because what is good for one person, may not be for you. I would stronly suggest you keep your reservations and keep an open mind. I am sure you will love it. Jay
Our family LOVES the Polynesian and was just there again last month. The location can't be beat! If you have lagoon view concierge you are in for a WONDERFUL vacation! We got so lazy that we watched the Wishes fireworks from our bed (room 3502) - now how many people can say that? 
Personally, I don't know why so many people make a big deal about the towel animals housekeeping sometimes makes. Yeah, they can be cute, but they certainly don't make or break a vacation for me! Just my opinion...
Go and have a great time - you're going to Disney World!
Jill
Personally, I don't know why so many people make a big deal about the towel animals housekeeping sometimes makes. Yeah, they can be cute, but they certainly don't make or break a vacation for me! Just my opinion...
Go and have a great time - you're going to Disney World!
Jill
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You can decide for yourself if you like the decore but any other decore would not fit into the Polynesian style so I am not sure what people expect. As far as old that is an excuse those who know nothing about the resort use. I also did not know that light tan was a dark color.
There is very little visible at the Polynesian that is from the original build. Even the outer wood on the exterior of the buildings have been replaces in the last few years and almost all (but the newer buildings) have had their rooms gutted and redone with new materials. It looks the same as when they changed the decore in the late 90s but everything is new. The Hawaii longhouse just opened back up the end of last year so the rooms are not even a year old yet. The pool is new since 2001 and most of the landscaping has been replaces in the last few years. Even the two last buildings to be built were only a few years older than the Grand Floridian. Dont let people discourage you from trying the Polynesian. Rundown and dated is just not a description that would come from anyone who understands.
You can't find a better view than the LV concierge.
Aloha
Steve
There is very little visible at the Polynesian that is from the original build. Even the outer wood on the exterior of the buildings have been replaces in the last few years and almost all (but the newer buildings) have had their rooms gutted and redone with new materials. It looks the same as when they changed the decore in the late 90s but everything is new. The Hawaii longhouse just opened back up the end of last year so the rooms are not even a year old yet. The pool is new since 2001 and most of the landscaping has been replaces in the last few years. Even the two last buildings to be built were only a few years older than the Grand Floridian. Dont let people discourage you from trying the Polynesian. Rundown and dated is just not a description that would come from anyone who understands.
You can't find a better view than the LV concierge.
Aloha
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Beautiful picture, Tikiman!
Lagoon view concierge at the Polynesian just can't be topped in my opinion. We had that view in Nov. and March...both after it reopened. Nothing looks dated, everything is fresh, no musty smells at all. You will have a wonderful time.
We have not received towel animals in a number of stays at the Polynesian in the last couple of years. Not sure when we did last get them? They are cute but I would rather have the mousekeepers spend their finite time on keeping those rooms spotless. And that they do well! I think that receiving the towel animals is hit or miss at any resort and people seem to be reporting that less in general. Has anyone else noticed that?
I think pirate of the carolinas has an excellent suggestion if something like that is important to you. But really I think your children will be so thrilled with the view, the beach, the pool, Wishes from your room, the Electrical Water Pageant, etc. that towel animals won't matter!
Lagoon view concierge at the Polynesian just can't be topped in my opinion. We had that view in Nov. and March...both after it reopened. Nothing looks dated, everything is fresh, no musty smells at all. You will have a wonderful time.
We have not received towel animals in a number of stays at the Polynesian in the last couple of years. Not sure when we did last get them? They are cute but I would rather have the mousekeepers spend their finite time on keeping those rooms spotless. And that they do well! I think that receiving the towel animals is hit or miss at any resort and people seem to be reporting that less in general. Has anyone else noticed that?
I think pirate of the carolinas has an excellent suggestion if something like that is important to you. But really I think your children will be so thrilled with the view, the beach, the pool, Wishes from your room, the Electrical Water Pageant, etc. that towel animals won't matter!
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I too am booked at the Poly LVC during the 1st week of December. PLEASE do not second guess yourself. The Polynesian is a beautifully themed resort, and relaxing as well. The LVC room will be a first for us. I can now afford the GF (age has to have some advantages!) but have selected the Poly for the wonderful resort that it is. The GF is a nice place to visit, but I would rather live at the Poly!
Pat
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We returned from Poly Concierge last month and absolutely LOVED it! I found the theme of the place very relaxing and would stay there again in second. Guess it's all about personal preference but if I were you, I'd give it a try. I really think once you get there and soak up the atmosphere you'll truly enjoy it.
the Poly is our favorite resort. I can't imagine being apprehensive about staying there. It is far from musty and dark. I hear that all the time from people that have just eaten there yet haven't seen the inside of a room. Don't worry what others say. You will love it there. We are going back for our 5th stay in 2 years in October and cannot wait.
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Just remember, you are reading someone elses opinion. It may greatly differ from yours. Just because they didnt like the Poly experience doesnt mean you will too! I stayed in the concierge building before the last rehab. I also read some negative posts before my trip. Well I found no tears in any carpet, nothing noticably worn out, and most of all, no musty smells, and I am extremely sensative to smells. I loved the Poly, If my funds were unlimited, the Poly Concierge would be my NUMBER ONE choice always.
Your choosing to stay at one of Disneys original resorts, it should feel that way when you walk in. Focus on the great, being on a Monorail resort is awesome!. The view from your room will be spectacular, one you will not forget! The rooms are quite comfortable. The pool/beach area is great.
And one of my favorite things was the concierge itself. The food by far was better than any other concierge I have been to yet. The building is small so it doesnt seem over crowded, the people who work there are awesome, go up at night for a snack and to see Wishes, its an awesome view. relax on the hammock on the beach, take some fantastic family photos with the Castle as your back drop. Oyyyy Im making myself miss it more and more!
I will say there were no towel animals, in fact I have not seen one of those in over 2 years and it was at POR, but would I trade the opportunity to stay at the Poly for that? NOT IN A MILLION YEARS!! And I dont want to spoil any surprises you might get, but lets just say they wil more than likely leave you a treat or two!
Also, when you check in you dont have any long lines at the front desk, and they will help you with anything you need, its great!. We always buy to much stuff, the concierge did all but pack it up for me! They came and got my boxes and did the arranging of the shipping.
I do not think you will be disappointed, relax, enjoy being able to stay in a piece of Disney history, I know for me, when I was a kid visiting DW for the first time, as the Poly came into view from the ferry, I was in Awe, and thought that the people who were "staying in the park" were the luckiest people in the world.
Your choosing to stay at one of Disneys original resorts, it should feel that way when you walk in. Focus on the great, being on a Monorail resort is awesome!. The view from your room will be spectacular, one you will not forget! The rooms are quite comfortable. The pool/beach area is great.
And one of my favorite things was the concierge itself. The food by far was better than any other concierge I have been to yet. The building is small so it doesnt seem over crowded, the people who work there are awesome, go up at night for a snack and to see Wishes, its an awesome view. relax on the hammock on the beach, take some fantastic family photos with the Castle as your back drop. Oyyyy Im making myself miss it more and more!
I will say there were no towel animals, in fact I have not seen one of those in over 2 years and it was at POR, but would I trade the opportunity to stay at the Poly for that? NOT IN A MILLION YEARS!! And I dont want to spoil any surprises you might get, but lets just say they wil more than likely leave you a treat or two!
Also, when you check in you dont have any long lines at the front desk, and they will help you with anything you need, its great!. We always buy to much stuff, the concierge did all but pack it up for me! They came and got my boxes and did the arranging of the shipping.
I do not think you will be disappointed, relax, enjoy being able to stay in a piece of Disney history, I know for me, when I was a kid visiting DW for the first time, as the Poly came into view from the ferry, I was in Awe, and thought that the people who were "staying in the park" were the luckiest people in the world.
When we stayed at the Poly in 2002, we stayed lagoon view concierge. THe view was UNBELIEVABLE. We were so spoiled by it that nothing could measure up. As I posted above, we stayed at the CR and YC in May to try something different. CR was Tower Club and YC was concierge. We kept comparing everything to the Poly.
CR did not thrill us. Too busy and the pool sorely lacked shaded seating. Also the concierge did not really do much for us. We tried getting PS to a number of restaurants and did not heve much luck with them. We found the food and snacks to be lacking. Even though the cost was less, we feel it was not worth the extra cost.
YC Concierge was great. The food and service was wonderful, but we found the hotel was a bit stuffy for us and did not like the long walk down to the pool from the fifth floor.
We really liked the relaxed atmosphere at the Poly much better. You could walk around the resort in a bathing suit and not feel that you should be wearing more clothing. We also loved the pools and beach. The restaurants are great. The monorail so convenient and fun. You can get to MK and Epcot, unlike other resorts. Again, you made a great choice.
Steve - Thanks for the pictures. They make me want to go back again right away, instead of waiting until next year.
CR did not thrill us. Too busy and the pool sorely lacked shaded seating. Also the concierge did not really do much for us. We tried getting PS to a number of restaurants and did not heve much luck with them. We found the food and snacks to be lacking. Even though the cost was less, we feel it was not worth the extra cost.
YC Concierge was great. The food and service was wonderful, but we found the hotel was a bit stuffy for us and did not like the long walk down to the pool from the fifth floor.
We really liked the relaxed atmosphere at the Poly much better. You could walk around the resort in a bathing suit and not feel that you should be wearing more clothing. We also loved the pools and beach. The restaurants are great. The monorail so convenient and fun. You can get to MK and Epcot, unlike other resorts. Again, you made a great choice.
Steve - Thanks for the pictures. They make me want to go back again right away, instead of waiting until next year.
Awww Tikiman...nice picture! Makes me want to go back NOW! Funny thing is when I look at those shade things over the bed (do they have a name?) reminds me of when DH accidently knocked one down and we had a bear of a time getting it back on so it would stay! 
Another comment....when you stay Polynesian lagoon view concierge....in the morning you open your drapes and what do you see? The castle! And at night what do you see when you open your drapes? The castle changing color...beautiful! And don't forget the water parade. And the lit torches as you walk around at night.....and cm's saying Aloha! when they pass by...the waterfall in the lobby...the Kona Cafe...sitting on a hammock on the beach...the volcano slide at the pool...the ducks on the beach...sigh...I'm making myself home sick!
Jill
Funny thing is when I look at those shade things over the bed (do they have a name?) reminds me of when DH accidently knocked one down and we had a bear of a time getting it back on so it would stay! Another comment....when you stay Polynesian lagoon view concierge....in the morning you open your drapes and what do you see? The castle! And at night what do you see when you open your drapes? The castle changing color...beautiful! And don't forget the water parade. And the lit torches as you walk around at night.....and cm's saying Aloha! when they pass by...the waterfall in the lobby...the Kona Cafe...sitting on a hammock on the beach...the volcano slide at the pool...the ducks on the beach...sigh...I'm making myself home sick!
Jill
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We had a wonderful stay at the Poly LVC. You won't regret staying there. You will regret leaving!!
The pool , rooms, and monorail arejust a few of the wonderful things you'll experience, Have a great trip!
The pool , rooms, and monorail arejust a few of the wonderful things you'll experience, Have a great trip!Everyone of you were great in making me feel much better. You can probably relate to how excited I was about making the ressie. We aren't great on $$, so that's why were are not going until July 2005. This way we can pay some each month for the vacation. DH is not too sure about the cost, but I told him not to worry about it because he would love it there. I do all the planning for our vacations. he usually just says okay and goes along with whatever I decide. He wasn't too sure about going in 2005 since we went lastyear. We left DS with grandparents lastyear but I want to take him next year with us. DS will be 3 and DD will be 9 next summer. She loved it lastyear and did DH also. That was his first wdw trip too. My parents took us when we were growing up so I knew what to expect pretty much but they didn't. Again, thank you for all your help!!!
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