News New Polynesian Resort DVC villas building to open 2024

[peter11435]

I actually don’t understand Disney’s definitions I must admit! I ordered food from a menu at a table at Geyser point. But I see it is indeed a quick service. I thought quick services required walking up to a kiosk or service window.

I actually hope this restaraunt at Poly is like geyser point.

Geyser Point is both. There is a walk up quick service window and a table service option with a server operated similar to other lounges across property. They each offer similar but slightly different menu options

 

[nickys]

The restrooms are labeled “TSR RR MEN” and “TSR RR WOMEN” indicating that it is a table service restaurant.

Ah, good catch. Thanks.

 

[etc98]

I’m curious at what point the will start on the weird tree like structure outside the main lobby. It’s appeared in every piece of concept art, but it doesn’t seem like they’ve done any work to support it yet. Maybe it’s freestanding and so they can just drop it in place? But it looks like it’s built around the existing column, so that wouldn’t necessarily make sense

From the concept art:

This is where I’d expect some signs of it, but nothing so far

Fun fact, in the original concept art, there was a second floor balcony with seating under that canopy, so it looks like they may have planned another restaurant/bar/lounge that was cancelled. What’s funny is in the interior, there’s still a bridge to nothing that probably would have originally gone to that balcony

 

[BrianLo]

The restrooms are labeled “TSR RR MEN” and “TSR RR WOMEN” indicating that it is a table service restaurant.

Thanks, that’s actually why I posted it and then immediately forgot why.

 

[flyerjab]

Unfortunately, I’m not on cash rates there! Though I’d eat at the four seasons for sure.

We were just at Aulani last week for our first trip. That resort is spectacular. Your one comment about the rooms being a bit dated holds true, but they are still nice. They also have screen doors, something my wife and I loved!

We ate at Mina’s Fish House one night, which is the Four Seasons more expensive restaurant. We were not nearly as impressed with it as we were with Ama Ama. That restaurant was a true experience.

I will say that I had a discussion one time with a travel agent regarding Disney Deluxe resorts and the Orlando Four Seasons. They stated that Four Seasons resorts fall into the luxury class as oppressed to deluxe. They also stated that if the Four Seasons was located where the Grand Floridian is that their rooms would be so much more than their current price point, meaning location, location location.

 

[nickys]

Geyser Point is more like a hybrid. But it doesn’t take reservations so it’s counted as a QS.

But apparently not, since on the dining plan it takes a TS credit. Still no reservations though, not yet anyway.

 

[TrojanUSC]

We ate at Mina’s Fish House one night, which is the Four Seasons more expensive restaurant. We were not nearly as impressed with it as we were with Ama Ama.

Of the two dinner restaurants, Mina's Fish House is supposed to be the more casual option. Noe, the Italian restaurant, is their "signature" offering.

 

[nickys]

Of the two dinner restaurants, Mina's Fish House is supposed to be the more casual option. Noe, the Italian restaurant, is their "signature" offering.

Eh? We were talking about Geyser Point at WL. Where are these restaurants you mentioned?

Edit: ah, we were OT somewhat with Geyser Point. Are you talking about the Poly Tower? I hadn’t seen anything about specific restaurants there.

 

[Tuvalu]

Eh? Where are these restaurants you mentioned?

Are you talking about the Poly Tower? I hadn’t seen anything about specific restaurants there.

@nickys you missed these two posts above. The discussion was about Aulani and Four Seasons Ko Olina.

We were just at Aulani last week for our first trip. That resort is spectacular. Your one comment about the rooms being a bit dated holds true, but they are still nice. They also have screen doors, something my wife and I loved!

We ate at Mina’s Fish House one night, which is the Four Seasons more expensive restaurant. We were not nearly as impressed with it as we were with Ama Ama. That restaurant was a true experience.

Of the two dinner restaurants, Mina's Fish House is supposed to be the more casual option. Noe, the Italian restaurant, is their "signature" offering.

 

[nickys]

@nickys you missed these two posts above. The discussion was about Aulani and Four Seasons Ko Olina.

Thanks! Now it makes sense.

 

[Chef idea Mickey`=]

What didn't make sense to me at first was a sign that said TSR RR Men and TSR RR Women. That's a long name just for a restroom area

 

[lazyboy97o]

I’m curious at what point the will start on the weird tree like structure outside the main lobby. It’s appeared in every piece of concept art, but it doesn’t seem like they’ve done any work to support it yet. Maybe it’s freestanding and so they can just drop it in place? But it looks like it’s built around the existing column, so that wouldn’t necessarily make sense

It doesn’t look like something that would require its own separate structure.

What didn't make sense to me at first was a sign that said TSR RR Men and TSR RR Women. That's a long name just for a restroom area

When there are multiple similar types of rooms it can be helpful to have unique names to help keep track of them. There are a lot of spreadsheets involved in designing and building a building.

 

[DCLcruiser]

Trader Sam's is one of the best things they ever did!

The space should be larger in my opinion.

100% it is so hard to get inside. Luckily the patio exists.

 

[Bocabear]

100% it is so hard to get inside. Luckily the patio exists.

tThe Patio needs to be covered and decorated in a similar style to the Grog Grotto... Make it more interesting and mor a part of what exists in the tiny space thet built for the Grog Grotto...

 

[DCBaker]

The DVC office is behind construction walls at the Great Ceremonial House - perhaps preparing for the Island Tower addition? Photos from today:

 

[James Alucobond]

NEW Polynesian Island Tower Concept Art Revealed at D23!

Stunning new concept art and details about the upcoming Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows on display at D23!

dvcfan.com

 

[Disney Analyst]

NEW Polynesian Island Tower Concept Art Revealed at D23!

Stunning new concept art and details about the upcoming Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows on display at D23!

dvcfan.com

"Let’s start with everyone’s favorite subject—food! We’ve learned that the Polynesian Island Tower will feature a brand-new restaurant. The concept art showcases a beautiful space with large wooden columns adorned with intricate carvings, reflecting traditional Polynesian motifs. The color palette consists of warm earth tones—browns, beiges, and hints of gold—that enhance the natural, serene environment. Surrounded by lush greenery, the space exudes an indoor-outdoor feel, perfect for a tropical dining experience. Based on what we’ve seen, we believe there will also be an outdoor lounge or patio seating area as part of the restaurant.


To the far left of the image, there’s a bar or lounge area that promises to be a fantastic addition to both the restaurant and the nearby pool. The second image reveals an overhead installation featuring large fish, possibly representing marine life native to tropical or Polynesian waters. The restaurant appears to draw heavily from Polynesian or tropical inspirations, focusing on natural materials and designs that celebrate local culture and environment without any noticeable Disney IP or other touches."

 

[JoeCamel]

"Let’s start with everyone’s favorite subject—food! We’ve learned that the Polynesian Island Tower will feature a brand-new restaurant. The concept art showcases a beautiful space with large wooden columns adorned with intricate carvings, reflecting traditional Polynesian motifs. The color palette consists of warm earth tones—browns, beiges, and hints of gold—that enhance the natural, serene environment. Surrounded by lush greenery, the space exudes an indoor-outdoor feel, perfect for a tropical dining experience. Based on what we’ve seen, we believe there will also be an outdoor lounge or patio seating area as part of the restaurant.


To the far left of the image, there’s a bar or lounge area that promises to be a fantastic addition to both the restaurant and the nearby pool. The second image reveals an overhead installation featuring large fish, possibly representing marine life native to tropical or Polynesian waters. The restaurant appears to draw heavily from Polynesian or tropical inspirations, focusing on natural materials and designs that celebrate local culture and environment without any noticeable Disney IP or other touches."

But will they serve Tonga Toast?

 

[Chef idea Mickey`=]

"Let’s start with everyone’s favorite subject—food! We’ve learned that the Polynesian Island Tower will feature a brand-new restaurant. The concept art showcases a beautiful space with large wooden columns adorned with intricate carvings, reflecting traditional Polynesian motifs. The color palette consists of warm earth tones—browns, beiges, and hints of gold—that enhance the natural, serene environment. Surrounded by lush greenery, the space exudes an indoor-outdoor feel, perfect for a tropical dining experience. Based on what we’ve seen, we believe there will also be an outdoor lounge or patio seating area as part of the restaurant.


To the far left of the image, there’s a bar or lounge area that promises to be a fantastic addition to both the restaurant and the nearby pool. The second image reveals an overhead installation featuring large fish, possibly representing marine life native to tropical or Polynesian waters. The restaurant appears to draw heavily from Polynesian or tropical inspirations, focusing on natural materials and designs that celebrate local culture and environment without any noticeable Disney IP or other touches."

Wow for this to offer a restaurant and food offerings this goes different than Grand Floridian Villas and Bay Lake Tower. However Grand Floridian and The Contemporary have more dining offerings and The Poly did lose the Luau Dinner Show so it actually makes sense that something is made up for that!

 

[JoeCamel]

Wow for this to offer a restaurant and food offerings this goes different than Grand Floridian Villas and Bay Lake Tower. However Grand Floridian and The Contemporary have more dining offerings and The Poly did lose the Luau Dinner Show so it actually makes sense that something is made up for that!

I would not be surprised to see the luau return in some form, it made too much money to not be an offering