News New Polynesian Resort DVC villas building to open 2024

[Fido Chuckwagon]

It can simultaneously be true that the new Poly tower is a somewhat mediocre looking structure that doesn’t really meet the general theme of the poly while also not being the death of the atmosphere around seven seas lagoon or the worst thing ever built at WDW.

 

[Epcot81Fan]

It can simultaneously be true that the new Poly tower is a somewhat mediocre looking structure that doesn’t really meet the general theme of the poly while also not being the death of the atmosphere around seven seas lagoon or the worst thing ever built at WDW.

That’s quite the low bar to clear.

 

[Andrew C]

It’s amazing how the last defense of this project has settled on, “It’s not really that bad if you don’t look at it or see it.”

Some opinions, like the defense of this or the defense of the Epcot overhaul, can just simply be wrong. It’s just ignoring what’s in front of your eyes and the reality of what has actually occurred over the last several years.

 

[John park hopper]

There was a time when Disney did things that were great. There was none of this --well just don't look at it. Disney saw there was big $$$$$$$$ in DVC and they could build run of the mill hotels and the lemmings would run with money in hand. Disney is just meeting the low expectations of the buying public.

 

[Andrew C]

At this point, I think Disney could tear down Cinderella Castle and put a DVC resort in its place, all while peeing on your shoes, and there would be some to defend it.

“It was an underutilized space anyways!”
“What’s the big deal? Urine is sterile!”

 

[Chef idea Mickey`=]

I think that’s one of the viewing areas for fireworks.

Thank's however I wasn't referring to the open box terraces, more at the very top of the building.

 

[Epcot81Fan]

At this point, I think Disney could tear down Cinderella Castle and put a DVC resort in its place, all while peeing on your shoes, and there would be some to defend it.

“It was an underutilized space anyways!”
“What’s the big deal? Urine is sterile!”

"Why do you hate change?!"
"Walt said the parks would never be finished!"
"It's not 1971 anymore, Boomer!!!"
"It never even looked like a real castle anyway!"
"Who cares, just turn right at the end of Main Street and you don't even have to see it!"

 

[networkpro]

From Floridian Way heading north it sticks out as not matching anything in shape, color, or height. It's hard not for your eyes to be drawn to it like yet another OCD trap from Imagineering.

 

[Chef idea Mickey`=]

It should of been built the same way they did The Grand Floridian Villa. If it reached the same exact height it would match up at least with the surrounding resorts. The number of rooms with whatever views they can bring matter more to them than the exterior or how it looks obviously. They did a good job with Grand Floridian and The Contemporary and if anyone has their own concept art of a building for Polynesian that would work with the longhouses and yet give plenty of rooms with views then I'd love to see it. 👁

 

[sedati]

It's far from the most beautiful thing they've ever built but I really don't understand the intense feelings in regards to this given that we've now got it confirmed from several people that from a distance it doesn't stick out and that you can barely even see it from the other parts of the Poly itself.

This kinda seems like a case of if you don't want to look at it then just don't go visit it and stick to the rest of the resort.

With this and Grand Helios both going up at the same time I have to say this is the less egregious of the two. As the two near completion I can at least say the poly is looking a bit better as details are added where I'm genuinely shocked at how plain the Helios with the exception of the all-important roof-top bars and domes. Both will benefit from landscaping but in the end, the Poly is by and far better for the sole fact that it is not the centerpiece of park.

 

[sedati]

I'm sure it's been shown before, but is it worse or better than the original concept:

 

[MisterPenguin]

Some opinions, like the defense of this or the defense of the Epcot overhaul, can just simply be wrong. It’s just ignoring what’s in front of your eyes and the reality of what has actually occurred over the last several years.

Can you provide me with 5 names of people who've posted in this thread who've claimed something to the effect that they think it looks real good so far?

I know I haven't said that.

 

[etc98]

It should of been built the same way they did The Grand Floridian Villa. If it reached the same exact height it would match up at least with the surrounding resorts. The number of rooms with whatever views they can bring matter more to them than the exterior or how it looks obviously. They did a good job with Grand Floridian and The Contemporary and if anyone has their own concept art of a building for Polynesian that would work with the longhouses and yet give plenty of rooms with views then I'd love to see it. 👁

I posted a thread on the Imagineering forums with a concept for a redo of the exterior while trying not to change the overall shape of the building or number of rooms, etc.

 

[etc98]

I'm sure it's been shown before, but is it worse or better than the original concept:
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Honestly it’s better than the original concept, but there’s a reason why they didn’t go with the original concept when they first built the place

 

[sedati]

there’s a reason why they didn’t go with the original concept when they first built the place

Which is? You seem to imply it was for aesthetic reasons but the planned Venetian and Arabian resorts also were to feature massive box-buildings. My guess is budget. But I'd happily hear from anyone in the know.

 

[etc98]

Which is? You seem to imply it was for aesthetic reasons but the planned Venetian and Arabian resorts also were to feature massive box-buildings. My guess is budget. But I'd happily hear from anyone in the know.

I was implying it was for aesthetic reasons, but you’re right I don’t know that for sure.

I do think that probably very few people think it was a loss that the high rise didn’t get built

 

[networkpro]

Wait until you get a good look at the yellow flip rooftop on the monorail side.

 

[Chef idea Mickey`=]

I posted a thread on the Imagineering forums with a concept for a redo of the exterior while trying not to change the overall shape of the building or number of rooms, etc.

Oh wow! You made it beautiful! I'll comment over there!

 

[Chef idea Mickey`=]

I'm sure it's been shown before, but is it worse or better than the original concept:
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WELL will you look at that it too also has a higher box wall except it's in the front side of the resort.

No I love the longhouses by themselves it's perfectly Disney World.

Curious though if the views would be epic to see the fireworks overlooking the longhouses from such levels.

 

[Nubs70]

Took the opportunity to ride monorail after MK fireworks last night. While entering the resort loop at MK, I looked back at the to landing. The view was something with the GF wedding Pavillion super imposed over the Poliday Inn. It was pretty jarring.