Bar Installed, Beach Chairs Arrive, and More Work on DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

Construction workers in safety gear install a large circular structure under a thatched roof. Tools and equipment are scattered around the site.

With just a few weeks to go before Disney Vacation Club’s new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows opens to guests, crews are working quickly to complete final touches. DVC Island Tower Construction The staging area in the parking lot of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort hasn’t changed much. There are large storage containers … Read more

Moana Splash Pad at Disney Vacation Club Island Tower Revealed

A statue of a female character with long hair holds a sail amidst an outdoor setting, evoking the spirit of Moana. Surrounded by palm trees and set against a clear blue sky, the scene invites imagination and adventure near the vibrant splash pad.

Disney unveiled the Moana splash pad at Disney Vacation Club’s Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Moana Splash Pad Walt Disney Imagineering, Disney Vacation Club, and Disney Parks shared the video below of Construction Manager Anna showing off the new Moana splash pad. A life-size Moana sculpture is featured on her outrigger, which … Read more

Hidden Details in NEW Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Rooms Revealed

A detailed decorative design resembling an unfolded bat with intricate floral and geometric patterns carved into a light-colored surface.

Disney Vacation Club has released a video breaking down the hidden details of the sculpted manta ray that will hang in rooms of the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Polynesian Village Resort Island Tower Manta Ray The sculpted manta ray will hang above the dining table in the tower’s 1- and 2-bedroom … Read more

Lights Installed on DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Construction site of a multi-story building with heavy machinery, workers, and equipment visible; cloudy sky overhead.

The first lights have been installed on the exterior of the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, a new Disney Vacation Club destination. Island Tower at Polynesian Construction Crews have installed tall brown sconces on some of the columns between balconies. Brown paneling has also been added along the top of the tower’s … Read more

Terrace Gardens Revealed for DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas

A modern, tropical-themed room with wicker furniture, plants, large colorful mural, and a view of a waterfront at sunset. People are present, some taking photos near the balcony.

Disney Vacation Club announced that Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows will feature terrace gardens. Island Tower Terrace Gardens Disney Vacation Club shared concept art of one terrace garden. These are the large open squares we’ve seen on the tower during our construction updates. The pictured terrace has a set of curved benches … Read more

Moana Splash Pad and Wailulu Bar Officially Announced for Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas

A large swimming pool features a small sailboat with a spiral design on its sail. Surrounding it are lounge chairs, palm trees, and umbrellas under a clear blue sky.

After we got a glimpse at concept art during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Disney has officially announced the Moana splash pad and Wailulu Bar & Grill coming to Disney Vacation Club’s Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Moana’s Voyage Splash Pad Moana’s Voyage is a new splash pad area with a … Read more

More Balcony Railings Installed on DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

A multi-story building under construction with several windows and balconies, scaffolding present on one side, and a flat roof partially covered with wooden planks.

Since our last look at the new Disney Vacation Club tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, crews have created a concrete path next to the tower and added more balcony railings. The new DVC destination is called the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. DVC Island Tower Construction On the Monorail side of … Read more

Most Scaffolding Removed, Balcony Railings & Pool Tiles Installed on DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

A close-up view of a modern multi-story building under construction, showing several balconies and rows of windows, with protective coverings and construction materials visible.

Most scaffolding has been removed from Disney Vacation Club’s new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows since our last construction update. Island Tower Monorail Side From the Walt Disney World Monorail, we saw work on a foundation in the ground next to the Aotearoa building. Crews have carved a rectangular ditch out of … Read more

Opening Date and Booking Dates Announced for Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Artist's rendering of a modern, multi-story beachfront resort with outdoor seating areas, palm trees, and people enjoying the amenities at sunset. Projected to open in 2024 as part of Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, featuring a stunning new DVC tower.

In a room reveal for the DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, an opening date and booking dates were also announced. DVC Island Tower Opening & Booking Dates The Island Tower is projected to open on December 17, 2024. Beginning on Tuesday, June 4, Disney Vacation Club members can make rental reservations by … Read more

FIRST LOOK Inside Guest Rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort DVC Island Tower

A modern hotel room with two double beds, a flat-screen TV, decorative wall lights, and a large window overlooking a balcony with an outdoor view.

Walt Disney World has shared the first look inside the guest rooms at the DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. DVC Island Tower Guest Rooms The 10-story tower will feature a variety of room types decorated with original artwork inspired by the Polynesian Islands, wayfinding, and the natural elements of earth, water, … Read more

PHOTOS: Pool, Restaurant, & More Get Updates at Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

Collage of three images showing different stages of the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian near a waterfront. The images include a partially built building, scaffolding, and various construction materials and equipment.

Construction continues on the DVC Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World. Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Construction Update During our recent visit, we could see that, from the lagoon sign, the large square opening on the building has been given a coat of bright white primer. Disney recently revealed that the … Read more

More Sheathing Added to Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, Other Resort Buildings Repainted

A multi-story beachfront property under construction with scaffolding, a worker on a lift, and an unfinished exterior in an urban setting.

As construction continues on Walt Disney World’s new Disney Vacation Club tower — Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows — crews are also adding new decorative elements to nearby Polynesian Village Resort buildings. Island Tower Construction During a recent boat ride across Seven Seas Lagoon, we saw a crane and lift raised next to the … Read more

Porte-Cochère Installed on New DVC Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

The Disney Vacation Club tower under construction at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort now has a porte-cochère. DVC Tower Construction The porte-cochère is on the east side of the tower facing the Walt Disney World Monorail track. It’s a square shape jutting out of the building from its main entrance. The porte-cochère features trios of columns … Read more

Judge Rules Disney Must Pay Over $300,000 for Effects Used in ‘Beauty and the Beast’ & More: Daily Recap (4/20/24)

A judge has ruled that Disney must pay over $300,000 for special effects used in the live-action “The Beauty and the Beast,” construction materials are being removed from CommuniCore Plaza as the opening day approaches, and the Space Mountain movie has hired writers — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, April 20, … Read more

More of DVC Tower Painted at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Open square in DVC tower

Crews have painted most of the new Disney Vacation Club tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort as construction continues. DVC Tower Construction Since our last update, many of the balcony walls facing the lagoon have been painted dark brown. The base color is a lighter shade of orange-tan. The white sections on the right wing … Read more

Overhangs Installed on Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort DVC Tower

Disney Vacation Club tower under construction at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, view from Seven Seas Lagoon

Progress is being made on the new DVC Tower under construction at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Polynesian DVC Tower Construction Lagoon Side New metal overhang frames have been installed on the lagoon side of the tower in the past few weeks. During our Thursday visit, we saw crew members installing facia — flat panels — on the … Read more