Resort
Pools and Recreation
The
Nanea Volcano Pool, featuring a volcano with waterfall and waterslide
opened in March 2001. The quieter, although larger, freeform Swimming Pool
is centrally located to all the longhouses. Both pools are also heated.
The Polynesian pools feature music that is piped into the pool itself,
perfect for underwater listening!
A
stream begins outside of the Great Ceremonial House and continues down to
the Volcano pool. A 40-foot high volcano houses the pool bar and a tubular
slide. Underwater jets, warmer water areas, and in-pool seating are also a
part of the new design. On the beach end of the pool, guests will find a
zero entryway, no steps required to enter or exit. A specialized water
wheelchair is available here, allowing access directly into the swimming
pool
The
shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon provide a white sandy beach on which to
play beach volleyball, but swimming is discouraged here. Other
recreational activities for children include a children's playground and
Moana Mickey's Arcade.
For
joggers, there is a 1.5 mile jogging path that starts at Luau Cove, winds
through Disney's Magnolia Golf Course and emerges at the Shades of Green
Resort, goes under the monorail track and back along the beach of the
Seven Seas Lagoon back to the Luau Cove.
Rent
a Surrey bike and take in all the sights as you tour this lovely resort.
For other water sport pleasures, rentals are available: water mice, small
sailboats, pedal boats,pontoon boats, canopy boats, outrigger canoes and
water skiing. Fireworks from the Magic Kingdom® Park can be viewed from
the lagoon on a boat cruise. Arrangements can be made in advance by
calling (407)WDW-PLAY.
Children's
activities take place in the main lobby every afternoon and evening.
In the evening, you may find Polynesian storytellers entertaining children
with their tales of the South Pacific.
Never
Land Club is a special child care experience for children ages 4-12. It is
a supervised child care program for WDW guests that features full-sized
arcade games, Nintendo, computers, dress-up, arts & crafts and Disney
movies. The facility is themed to Peter Pan and includes the Darling
nursery, Skull Rock, a pirate ship, and the clouds of London.
Electric
Water Pageant - Go to the boat dock in the evening at approximately
9:35 PM (check with Guest Services for exact times). You'll be treated to
the delightful Electric Water Pageant which makes its way across Bay Lake
nightly. This whimsical light and music show will entertain you and your
family for about 10 minutes. It's worth seeing at least once! (The ELP
visits all the Bay Lake resorts nightly.) The ELP may be canceled due to
inclement weather
Dining
and Shopping
'Ohana
- This is a popular family restaurant at the Polynesian. It features an
all-you-can-eat Polynesian feast overlooking Seven Seas Lagoon. 'Ohana is
not a buffet. It is served family-style at your table. Food is prepared on
an open fire pit. 'Ohana is located on the second floor of the Great
Ceremonial House.
For
breakfast, 'Ohana is the site of the 'Ohana
Character Breakfast. Here you can enjoy a family-style
breakfast where Disney characters will interact with you right at your
table.
Kona
Café - This restaurant serves creative fresh dishes for
breakfast, lunch and dinner, and features special Kona Coffee! Unique
desserts are a specialty of the house. There are several menu items that
can easily be accommodated for vegetarian and even vegan diets. The chefs
can assist with your entree needs and the pastry chef can assist with your
dessert desires. There is also has a coffee bar just outside the
restaurant, near the entrance to the monorail. Kona Cafe is located on the
second floor of the Great Ceremonial House.
Captain
Cook's Snack Company
- This recently renovated and expanded 24-hour snack bar
features fast food, snacks, and desserts. There are some additional
outdoor tables available. Refillable Mugs are available here! Note that
the grill does close at 11 p.m., but the rest of the shop is open 24 hours
a day. Captain Cook's is located on the first floor of the Great
Ceremonial House.
Tambu
Lounge
is connected to 'Ohana on the second floor of the Great Ceremonial House,
and offers cocktails, juices, coffees, and appetizers.
The Barefoot Pool
Bar is next
to the Nanea Volcano pool on the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon. It is
open daily 11:00 am - 7:00pm.
The Spirit of Aloha Dinner
Show is presented every Tuesday through Saturday at Luau Cove,
weather permitting. There are shows at 5:15 and 8 p.m. The show features
authentic Polynesian dancing and the food includes a full Polynesian-style
meal, including drinks (nonalcoholic and some alcoholic) and dessert. Note
that in cooler months the luaus are sometimes canceled if the temperature
falls below 55º (according to Disney Dining).
Refillable
mugs are available. These are
16-oz, sturdy, dish dishwasher safe plastic containers with lids. Mugs are
refillable for the length of your stay. Beverages at the island include soft drinks, coffee, tea,
iced coffee and tea, and hot chocolate (but not milk or fruit juice).
BouTIKI
has wooden statues scattered around and features a variety of merchandise.
The statues were made in Bali and weigh up to 1,000 pounds each. Among its
many items, BouTIKI sells the types of sundries and men's and women's
fashions previously sold in the resort's other stores.
The
Wyland Gallery sells beautiful artwork from paintings to sculptures and
more.
Trader
Jacks sells Disney merchandise and other gift items.
A pin trading cart is outside Trader Jacks.
Samoa
Snacks, also on the 2nd floor, sells sundries, liquor, film and snacks.
Polynesian
Resort Transportation
Disney's Polynesian Resort is on the Monorail route and the
station is located on the second floor of the great Ceremonial House. The
Resort monorail stops at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, Magic
Kingdom® Park, Disney's Contemporary Resort and the Ticket and
Transportation Center as well.