New Details Revealed! Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
We are bubbling with excitement to share the tropical features coming to the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, projected to open on Dec. 17.
Delicious Dining at Wailulu Bar & Grill
Get ready to indulge in the delicious flavors of Polynesia at the Wailulu Bar & Grill. “Wailulu” gets its name from the Hawaiian words “wai,” which means water, and “lulu” which means calm, which is very fitting as this unique restaurant will boast breathtaking views of the Seven Seas Lagoon.
Wailulu Bar & Grill will feature spacious indoor and outdoor seating areas and a spectacular bar space with views of Cinderella’s Castle at Magic Kingdom Park. This casual walk-up pool bar will feature an all-day menu for lunch and dinner that is influenced by the Polynesian Islands’ local and indigenous ingredients. Specialty coffee and on-the-go morning pastries will be available for breakfast.
The dining room will be adorned with dazzling Polynesian-inspired artwork, created exclusively for the space, including floating tropical fish sculptures crafted from recycled materials and reclaimed fishing nets. The fish will be “swimming” throughout the space, leading to a grand textile piece featured in the bar area, representing a colorful coral reef.
The center of the dining room will showcase an abstract Polynesian Stick Chart, an ancient navigation tool used to traverse the seas. A vibrant centerpiece composed of beautiful shades of blue, teal and green faux stained-glass will create an ambiance to dive in and explore the mouthwatering menu!
Speaking of exploration, our favorite wayfinding princess, Moana, will be featured in a painting on display in Wailulu Bar & Grill.
We will be sharing more information about Wailulu Bar & Grill and its menu in the near future, so make sure to stay tuned to Disney Eats on the Disney Parks Blog for more.
Soak Up the Sun in New Pool & Splash Area
Little ones can embrace their inner wayfinder at Moana’s Voyage, a whimsical new splash area that will feature life-size sculptures of Moana and her iconic canoe from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film.
The tower will also be home to Cove Pool, a brand-new zero entry pool offering even more opportunities to relax. Both Disney Vacation Club members and guests staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will be able to experience these new aquatic features.
Take In Stunning Terrace Garden Views
Members and guests staying at the Island Tower addition will enjoy exclusive access to four tropical terrace gardens.
Each terrace garden will feature vibrant artwork, lush foliage and uniquely themed seating areas. The distinctively designed hideaways will offer families a serene locale to gather and take in the views during their stay.
Speaking of views, these oases will offer picturesque views of Disney’s Oak Trail and Magnolia Golf Courses or Seven Seas Lagoon, making it a spectacular place for viewing Magic Kingdom fireworks.
The Island Tower addition is new developer inventory at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows and is under construction, projected to open December 17, 2024.
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About the Author: John Yaglenski
Theming is great. Artwork is amazing, as always. Let’s see what the final product shows.Isn’t the ‘DVC everything’ thought pattern getting a bit old, though? Yeah, I know this has been in the works for a couple (few?) years now, but aren’t they getting to the saturation point catering to the top 10-15% of their clientele? The old chestnut of “Well, anyone can book these rooms/resorts/restaurants" is fine, but not just anyone can AFFORD to. Sorry. I guess I’m a bit grumpy because I know I will never be able to afford/justify a stay in a Deluxe/DVC resort. Just a bit envious. LOL
Hey you are not grumpy with me. No harm nor foul. Yeah not a lot of people can afford them.
Last week, they were putting the fencing up on the balconies. There still seems to be a lot of work to complete by a mid-December opening date.
There used to be a sponsor on this site ( I don’t know if I can say the name) and they rent out confirmed reservations and points at a discounted price for DVC properties. For example there was one at Old Key West for 4 nights for $960.00….that comes to roughly the price of a moderate at certain times of the year.
Sometimes if a member has points they need to use and can’t they sell at a good price.