Disney's Polynesian Village Resort News

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Refurbishment Continues at Great Ceremonial House, Wailulu Bar, and More

June 10, 2026

Ongoing refurbishment work at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort includes construction activity on the Great Ceremonial House, guest room buildings, and Wailulu Bar & Grill. Polynesian Village Resort Construction Crews continue to work on the Great Ceremonial House — the resort’s lobby. A few weeks ago, the exterior vertical beams were repainted. Other elements have been replaced. … Read more

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Bus Depot Construction Complete, Not Open Yet

June 6, 2026

Construction is seemingly complete on the new bus depot being built at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, though it’s not open yet. Bus Depot Construction Update We got a look at the construction changes during our June 5, 2026 visit to the resort. The new depot sits beneath the Walt Disney World Monorail beam, near the … Read more

Refurbishment of Dock at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Complete, Service Resumes

June 6, 2026

Boat service to and from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has resumed following an almost month-long refurbishment. Polynesian Dock Refurbishment The dock is at one of the resort’s beaches at the end of a concrete sidewalk. It transitions to wood planks, which have all been replaced. The railings and netting were likely refurbished, too. There are … Read more

Bus Depot Getting Finishing Touches at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

May 29, 2026

The bus loop at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has been almost ready since early May. Now the finishing touches, including benches and touch-up painting, indicate that it should be in operation soon. Bus Depot On our May 28 visit to the resort, we spotted crews at work painting the new bus depot at Disney’s Polynesian … Read more

Bus Stop Lights, Dock Work, and More Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Construction

May 13, 2026

The new bus stop is almost complete at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort while other construction projects continue. Bus Stop The bus stop now has lanterns hanging at each end. The lanterns consist of lights inside glass balls wrapped in twine. The lights were illuminated, which means electricity is running to the structure now. A crew … Read more

REMINDER: Polynesian Village Resort's Boat Dock Temporarily Closed at Disney World

May 11, 2026

A waterfront building with a red roof and balconies, surrounded by a wooden fence. A small boat is docked nearby. The sky is partially cloudy.

Guests staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World are currently unable to use the boat dock for transportation across the lagoon. Polynesian Village Resort’s Boat Dock Temporarily Closed The boat dock is closed for routine refurbishment through Friday, June 5. Guests will still be able to use alternative transportation, like bus, monorail, … Read more

Bus Loop at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Almost Complete

May 7, 2026

The new bus loop at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is almost ready. Planters have been removed from the nearby walkways, revealing the refreshed roadway and new bus station. The work follows the update to the resort’s entrance, moving it from Seven Seas Drive to Floridian Way. The old bus stop was demolished and a new … Read more

Final Touches Underway for Island Tower Window Work at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

May 6, 2026

The ongoing window work at Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows appears to be very nearly complete. Windows & Door Work Approaching Completion for Polynesian Tower In our latest visit to the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, it appears the bulk of the recent window work in the lobby is now complete. … Read more

Update on the New Bus Depot Coming to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

May 6, 2026

The new themed depot – coming to the resort sometime this year – appears to be nearing a structurally complete state. Polynesian Bus Stop Approaching Structural Completion Construction continues on the new bus stop at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, with the latest visible work focused around the roofline of the depot’s shelter structures. In the … Read more

Scaffolding Goes Up at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Wailulu Bar for Roof Refurbishment

April 27, 2026

The roof refurbishment of Wailulu Bar & Grill at the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has begun. The outdoor bar is now closed and seating will be limited during construction work. Wailulu Bar & Grill Roof Refurbishment The scaffolding surrounds the round bar part of Wailulu’s outdoor seating. Although there is an opening … Read more

Aerial Photo of Bus Depot Construction at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

April 27, 2026

A new aerial photo shared by photographer bioreconstruct over the weekend shows the construction progress of the bus depot at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World. Bus Depot Construction In our last update near the beginning of April, crews were installing weather sheathing on the bus depot roof. Now it appears the roof … Read more

Kona Cafe Menu Updated With New Items at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

April 22, 2026

Interior of a spacious restaurant with a rustic design, featuring wooden beams, tribal motifs, and a glass ceiling, with patrons dining.

Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has a revamped menu. Many items have changed or been removed, and there are new items available at all three meal times. Kona Cafe Breakfast Menu Updates The Polynesian Egg Platter is now $22 instead of $18. It still comes with two eggs any style, potatoes, and the … Read more

Wailulu Bar & Grill Refurbishment at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Beginning This Week

April 21, 2026

The entrance of Wailulu Bar & Grill at the Island Tower featuring a sign displaying hours of operation and offering a glimpse into the seating area inside.

Wailulu Bar & Grill in the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will undergo a roof refurbishment beginning this week and running through late June. Though the restaurant will remain open, seating will be limited. Wailulu Bar & Grill Refurbishment Construction will begin on the exterior roofing on April 23. During the construction period, … Read more

Scaffolding Installed Around Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace During Refurbishment

April 16, 2026

Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace, the outdoor patio bar next to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, is currently closed for refurbishment at Walt Disney World. Scaffolding has been installed around the area. Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace Scaffolding Scaffolding has been installed around the Tiki Terrace not long after it closed for refurbishment. No reopening date is currently … Read more

Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace Closed for Refurbishment at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

April 15, 2026April 13, 2026

Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace, the outdoor patio bar next to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, is currently closed for refurbishment at Walt Disney World. Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace Closed for Refurbishment The refurbishment is listed on the Walt Disney World website. No reopening date is currently known. Fortunately, the nearby Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto opens at … Read more

Polynesian Village Resort's Boat Dock Temporarily Closing Starting in May

May 11, 2026April 10, 2026

Guests staying at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World will temporarily be unable to use the boat dock for transportation across the lagoon. Polynesian Village Resort’s Boat Dock Temporarily Closing The boat dock will be closed for routine refurbishment from Monday, May 11 through Friday, June 5. Guests will still be able to … Read more