Deluxe · On Disney property

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Closest to Magic Kingdom

Tier

Deluxe

$570–1100/night

Pool

Exceptional

10/10

Closest to

Magic Kingdom

On-property

Transportation

Animal KingdomBus

20–30 min · every ~20 min

EPCOTBus

20–30 min · every ~20 min

EPCOTMonorail

20–28 min · every ~5 min

Transfer at TTC

Hollywood StudiosBus

20–30 min · every ~20 min

Magic KingdomBoat

10–15 min · every ~15 min

Magic KingdomMonorail

6–10 min · every ~5 min

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Disney's Polynesian Village Resort is a deluxe resort near Magic Kingdom. Typical nightly range $570–1100/night. Exceptional pool. The most family-friendly monorail deluxe. Volcano pool with waterslide is the most fun at any deluxe, torch lighting ceremony is magical, and the Trader Sam's tiki bar is a legit grown-up highlight. Monorail to MK all day, boat as a backup.

Who this is for

The most family-friendly monorail deluxe. Volcano pool with waterslide is the most fun at any deluxe, torch lighting ceremony is magical, and the Trader Sam's tiki bar is a legit grown-up highlight. Monorail to MK all day, boat as a backup.

Highlights

  • Volcano pool with waterslide is the most fun deluxe pool at Disney
  • Monorail to Magic Kingdom runs all day
  • Spirit of Aloha dinner show is a beloved family experience
  • Dole Whip available at the resort — no park ticket required
  • Torch lighting ceremony is magical for kids and adults alike

Things to consider

  • Premium pricing puts it out of reach for many families
  • Polynesian Villas DVC rooms mixed in, which can affect availability
  • No direct boat service to EPCOT; monorail to EPCOT involves a transfer

Room types

standardclub-level

Best for

preschoolerskidstweensteensadultsmixed-ages

Last updated: April 2026

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