Originally Posted By twnkedee I am wondering if you have stayed here, what are your thoughts? Is it worth the added expense to be on the monorail line?
Originally Posted By A Happy Haunt The Poly is AWESOME! I don't think it's worth the added expense since I enjoy the boat trip to MK! We stayed at The Wilderness Lodge last trip, still in the MK vacinity but much more resonably priced due to no monorail.
Originally Posted By MinnieSummer I liked the Polynesian. The rooms were great. I didn't love the pool as it is way too small for a resort that size. Having the monorail is great if you only plan on going to MK. I thought it was a pain going to Epcot as you either have to walk to the TTC or ride the monorail there and then change to a different monorail to get to epcot. Anywhere else you are on a bus. So, if this is your only opportunity to stay at the Poly I'd go for it as everyone should stay there once but if there may be a time down the road when you might be in a position to not ask this question, I would stay somewhere else.
Originally Posted By TMICHAEL I love the Poly! Expensive, most definitely. But if it is in your budget then I say DO IT! But I have to agree, the pool area is lacking. IMO, the Poly pool should be the best and biggest on property due to the south seas theme alone. But thumbs up for the pool bar, always a good time there ;-)
Originally Posted By RobinsonCrusoeEsq Aloha! There are many great reasons to stay at the Polynesian. I was upset when they renovated the Outrigger Isle and we lost the Polynesian Princess shop, the mens's apparel shop (can't seem to recall the name of that store), and News From Civilization (renamed News From Polynesia in the 90s by an exec who just didn't get it.) The new gift emporium "BouTiki" does the job nicely on the first floor. Enjoy the hotel, and its history. It is a great place to be.
Originally Posted By sjdimon Ooh...the Poly! Love it! We stayed here a few years back - it's nice in that the rooms are on 2 or 3 levels, though they are spread out (which can make it interesting during one of those frequent Orlando Rainstorms). The monorail service and proximity to the TTC is very convenient. Even if we don't stay at the Poly, we always have at least one meal at both O'Hana (Dinner)and the Kona Cafe (Lunch or Dinner). In a way - it's like getting 2 vacations in one - you are at WDW (so there's one vacation) - but you are also staying at a Polynesian Resort (like in the South Pacific) - yes - it is Pricey - but it is a great experience.
Originally Posted By Manfried The Poly is great. So is the Wilderness Lodge. The rooms at both are great too.
Originally Posted By bobbelee9 To be able to lie in bed and watch the Castle change color at night. Priceless!!!
Originally Posted By dabekr Going to stay there for the first time in June for our 25th anniversary. Usually we stay at Riverside, which we love, but very excited for the Poly!
Originally Posted By Mr X Hey FenwayBabe...(if I may?), I always thought EXACTLY the same after I grew up (as a little kid, it was all about the Contemporary with Monorail and future coolness and all that...as I aged, I got BIG into the tropical vibe). I was SO pissed off when I had a Disney contract going out to Tokyo and I learned that the guys before me (the contract before me, I mean), had stayed at the Polynesian and then I learned (OH THE HORROR!) that on MY contract I'd be staying at the freakin ALL-STARS (but, I got a car...they had no car)... I think I'd have traded that stupid car for my "big chance" to stay at the Poly, no question (I could get my own car, damn it! ). So...long story short...I've never stayed there but it does remain my "dream hotel" at DisneyWorld for sure!!!! *sigh* <---as a local I DID spend a lot of time hanging around the lobby and having a couple of tropical cocktails at the bar before catching my monorail...Poly has a really cool smell to it too, doesn't it? Like something semi-tropical, but also Disney at the same time...LOVE THAT PLACE!
Originally Posted By SuperDry I've never stayed at the Poly, but want to someday. I have fulfilled my dream of staying at the Contemporary. Especially when it's hot outside, it has the unique aspect of the monorail platform being inside where it's air conditioned. How "cool" is that? . Plus, because it's high rather than wide, rooms in the tower at least are a quick walk from monorail. Basically, everything's right there and easy to get to at the resort, and MK and Epcot are just a monorail trip away.
