Disney4me Posted February 25 Report Share Posted February 25 Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has long been a fan favorite, but recently, it’s been getting even MORE love — especially from Disney Adults. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Island Tower It’s all because of the NEW Island Tower that recently opened up at this iconic hotel. And honestly, it’s pretty easy to see why people love this Disney Vacation Club (DVC) property. There are new dining options, a new pool, and a whole lot more that might make you want to book a trip, too. The new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is utterly gorgeous, so it automatically gets points for that. Inside the building, you’ll find lots of stunning artwork in bright colors that help to bring the Polynesian vibe to life. Island Tower lobby Even though this is a DVC hotel, anyone is welcome to book a room here — and there are plenty of reasons why you might want to! Proximity to Magic Kingdom Look, it’s hard to beat being so close to Magic Kingdom if you’re planning on spending any significant amount of time in this park. In addition to being on the monorail loop, which spits you right out in front of the Magic Kingdom gates — you also have the option of walking. This is one of those scenarios when you’ve got options, which is great! Walking Path If you’re looking to walk to Magic Kingdom, staying at the Island Tower is better than the rest of the Polynesian because you’re actually closer to the entrance of the walking path. It’ll take you past Disney’s Wedding Pavilion at the Grand Floridian all the way around to the Magic Kingdom. Polynesian Monorail Station The monorail is a little bit further of a walk if you’re staying at the Island Tower, but it’s still hard to beat the quick trip! The Island Tower shares a monorail station with the rest of the Polynesian Resort, so you do have a bit of a walk over to the area, but you’ll be at Magic Kingdom in no time. Stellar Dining The new dining option at this tower is Wailulu Bar & Grill, which is a mix between a walk-up pool bar and a table service restaurant. This casual walk-up pool bar and grill features an all-day menu for lunch and dinner, but specialty coffee and on-the-go morning pastries are also available during breakfast. You’ll find it located just off of the new Cove Pool, and the vibes are immaculate. Pineapple-Coconut Bread There are no reservations for Wailulu — you’ll have to walk up and take your chances to dine here, but we haven’t had any problems doing so! We’ve thoroughly enjoyed every meal we’ve had here — both breakfast and lunch/dinner. At breakfast, the Pineapple-Coconut Bread is unmatched. It’s perfectly sweet, and fluffy, and is a big portion for the price. This burger is Moana approved At dinner, we loved the Wayfinder Burger — so much so that it’s officially in the running for the best burger in Disney World, potentially dethroning the Steakhouse 71 Stack Burger. The Wayfinder Burger is made with two pressed patties, American cheese, onion jam, and volcano sauce on a sweet bun served with mac salad or sweet potato fries. Trust us on this one! Even Better Fireworks Views It’s no secret that the Polynesian offers some stellar fireworks views, but the Island Tower takes things up a notch with its garden terraces. The Bamboo Forest Terrace, which is on the 3rd floor, offers decent views, but not as great as higher-level terraces. Bamboo Forest Terrace For a better view, you may want to head up to the Wave Break Terrace. This one is located on the 5th floor, and like the other terraces, it has a stunning atmosphere during the daytime. A night, though, it’s definitely the fireworks hot spot. Wave Break Terrace But, those aren’t the only options! You can also watch the fireworks with music piped in from the Island Tower lawn. No matter how you shake it, the Island Tower is a welcome addition to Disney World. So, what are you waiting for?! Overview of the lobby In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more updates from Disney World hotels. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog so you don’t miss the latest Disney news! Disney Just Dropped 4 HUGE Announcements About Major CHANGES Coming This Year! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you been to the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Resort? Tell us in the comments.The post Why Disney Adults Are Suddenly Booking a Reservation at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort first appeared on the disney food blog.View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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