Reviews of Polynesian Island Tower
Reviewed by aWaltFan1 Review Date: 03/21/2025
Rating: (8) Recommended
BEAUTIFUL accommodations, but being a GEN Xer, I still prefer the nostalgia of the old Polynesian rooms and theming. My husband coined the comparison as old tropical vs new tropical. I did not like the bright white lighting in the rooms, but that's just me. The rooms are definitely not dark, so if you didn't like that about the original villas, you will love this upgrade! I prefer a separate water closet and this one, although partitioned with a glass view-obscured door, it's still in the same room that girls are getting ready in - wink wink. LOVE the shower! Beds were so comfortable. I know the high bed is popular, plus plenty of room underneath for storage, but some might find it a bit hard getting into, especially if you're older. I watched Happily Ever After from my patio - it was lovely and the music is piped in. The pool needs foliage! It does not fit the vibe and actually feels like a park district pool. The restaurant, Wailulu on property was amazing with delicious food and such a great vibe if you're lucky enough to snag a seat on the outside. The lobby is beautiful and nice to spend time in - staff extremely helpful and friendly. The elevators, well, all I have to say is good luck if you're not tech savvy. I get it though, everything is safe and secure. It felt like you were very far from the main building, Lava pool, etc. but I google mapped it and the footage is actually almost the same as if your were staying in the Pagu Pagu building. Unfortunately, the walk to the TTC isn't great in this new tower, but we had family staying in the Villas at Grand Floridian and it was super quick to pop in on them/use their quick service and shop! I rated an 8 while I would rate the regular Poly a solid 10. Others that I give a 10: GFV, AKL, BWV/BCV
