Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Now Open

The new Island Tower addition at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows is now open. The new tower at the Walt Disney World Resort is inspired by the spirit and cultures of the Polynesian Islands. The waterfront retreat adds 268 rooms to the resort, offering a variety of accommodations for Disney Vacation Club members and guests.

The 10-story tower features a variety of room types. Each room includes custom artwork inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios film “Moana” and sustainable design elements, such as rugs made primarily from recycled plastic bottles.

One- and two-bedroom villas sleep five and nine guests, respectively. The villas include a full-size kitchen, dining area, and living area with sofa seating that can be easily pulled down to reveal a queen-size bed. These rooms also include two bathrooms, a primary bedroom and a washer and dryer.

Deluxe studios include a seating area across from a kitchenette featuring a dishwasher. The deluxe studios offer a spa-like bathroom, an outdoor patio, and two queen-size beds, accommodating up to four guests.

There’s also the duo studios, which are perfect for two guests and include a queen-sized bed that tucks into the wall to reveal a sofa when not in use.

Island Tower Amenities

The brand-new Cove Pool area welcomes guests with a zero-entry swimming pool. There’s also “Moana’s Voyage,” which is a splash area featuring a statue of Moana with her canoe. Members and Guests staying at the tower have exclusive access to four tropical terrace gardens inspired by the islands of Polynesia accessible on floors three through six. Each uniquely designed garden offers a peaceful retreat and scenic look at the surrounding areas, including an incredible spot to watch the fireworks at Magic Kingdom.

Dining

The new tower is home to Wailulu Bar & Grill. This is a casual dining spot that features a menu that is influenced by ingredients common in the Polynesian islands. They offer an all-day lunch and dinner menu like spiced ham musubi and beef short rib loco moco. Wailulu Bar & Grill offers indoor and outdoor seating with picturesque views of the Seven Seas Lagoon, including Magic Kingdom.

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