The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort vs Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Photo: The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Photo: Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
At a Glance
| The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness | Polynesian Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | Magic Kingdom Resort Area | Magic Kingdom Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Bus | Monorail, Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 1 restaurant | 5 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 3 locations | 11 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides | Pool, Quiet Pool, Tubular slide at 40-foot high volcano, Hot Tub, Kiki Tikis Splash Area (children's interactive water play area) |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin options | Monorail access directly to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT |
Tier
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
ValuePolynesian Village
DeluxeArea
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Magic Kingdom Resort AreaPolynesian Village
Magic Kingdom Resort AreaTransportation
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Boat, BusPolynesian Village
Monorail, Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
1 restaurantPolynesian Village
5 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
3 locationsPolynesian Village
11 locationsPool Amenities
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slidesPolynesian Village
Pool, Quiet Pool, Tubular slide at 40-foot high volcano, Hot Tub, Kiki Tikis Splash Area (children's interactive water play area)Extended Evening Hours
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
NoPolynesian Village
YesTop Highlight
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin optionsPolynesian Village
Monorail access directly to Magic Kingdom and EPCOTOverview
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Camp amid the magic of the great outdoors. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground evokes the timeless beauty of the American frontier, with deer, rabbits, ducks and armadillos roaming the Resort’s 750 acres of pine and cypress forest. Discover charming woodland trails, spectacular pool areas and rip-roarin’ entertainment at this picturesque backcountry retreat.
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
A deluxe South Seas resort on Seven Seas Lagoon with monorail access, beach views, and a mix of standard rooms, villas, and bungalows.
Amenities
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Quiet Pool
- fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides
- archery
- horseback riding
- charming woodland trails
- Campfire Program
- Arcade
- Playground
- Marina
- Volleyball
- Bike Barn and recreational paths for biking and walking
- Equipment available for fishing, canoes, and kayaks from Bike Barn
Other
- Laundry Facilities
- Child Care
- Trading Post shop at settlement area
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Marina
- Jogging Trail
- Quiet Pool
- Tubular slide at 40-foot high volcano
- Hot Tub
- Kiki Tikis Splash Area (children's interactive water play area)
- Arcade
Wellness
- Fitness Center
Rooms
- Club Level
Other
- Laundry Facilities
- Gift Shop
Transportation
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
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Boat
Magic Kingdom Park
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
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Monorail
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT
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Boat
Magic Kingdom Park
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
- Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin options
- Heavily wooded, peaceful and nature-focused atmosphere
- Boat service to Magic Kingdom and Disney's Contemporary Resort
- Chip n Dale's Campfire Singalong free nightly program for guests
- Pet-friendly accommodations available at campsites
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
- Monorail access directly to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT
- Stunning South Pacific tropical theming throughout
- Iconic Trader Sam's Grog Grotto tiki bar on property
- Beach and marina on the Seven Seas Lagoon
- Great Ceremonial House with Captain Cook's quick service dining
Cons
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
- Getting to most other parks requires bus and often a transfer
- Campsites require camping gear and setup which not all guests want
- Very spread out resort, internal transportation buses are slow
- Cabins are expensive relative to other Moderate resort options
- Limited dining on-site, Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue is the main option
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
- Among the most expensive Deluxe resorts at Walt Disney World
- Island Tower DVC addition is polarizing and breaks original theming
- Long Great Ceremonial House corridors can make navigation confusing
- Far from EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom by bus
- Lava Pool waterslide removed in recent renovation, not replaced
On-Site Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
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'Ohana
Table ServiceAmerican, Polynesian
breakfast · dinner
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Barefoot Pool Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Breakfast at Wailulu Bar & Grill
Quick ServicePolynesian
breakfast
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Capt. Cook's
Quick ServiceAmerican, Seafood
breakfast
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Chip 'n' Dale's Deli
Quick ServiceAmerican, Quick Service Kiosk
lunch
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Chip 'n' Dale’s Deli at Disney's Palm, Magnolia, and Oak Trail Golf Courses
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch
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Kona Cafe
Table ServiceAmerican, Seafood
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Kona Café To Go
Quick ServiceAmerican, Seafood
lunch · dinner
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Kona Island
Table ServiceAmerican, Sushi, Quick Service - Coffee
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Oasis Bar & Grill
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Pineapple Lanai
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Tambu Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican, Polynesian
snack
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Trader Sam's Grog Grotto
Quick ServicePolynesian
snack
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Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace
Table ServiceAmerican, Polynesian
dinner
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Wailulu Bar & Grill
Table ServicePolynesian
lunch · dinner
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Wailulu Bar & Grill To Go
Quick ServicePolynesian
lunch · dinner
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Community Discussions
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
- Fort Wilderness : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Campground Decorations r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Campground Policy Change r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Stay : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- What are your opinions on camping at Fort Wilderness? r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
- First time stay at the Polynesian! Tips? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Late Night Vibes at The Polynesian Resort - Reddit r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Looking for crowd opinions on the Polynesian r/WaltDisneyWorld
- New Polynesian Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Polynesian vs WL? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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