Disney's Old Key West Resort vs Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Experience the romance of the Florida Keys at this tranquil community of Conch Flats—a sprawling island hamlet with shimmering waterways, swaying palm trees and manicured golf-course fairways. Delight in sun-soaked pools, casual dining and such amenities as fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes.

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.

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Boat

  Disney Springs

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

• Monorail

  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT

• Boat

  Magic Kingdom Park

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort
• Relaxed, laid-back Key West atmosphere ideal for adults
• Full kitchen in villa rooms great for longer stays
• Quieter and less crowded than other Disney resorts
• Close to Disney Springs with boat transportation available

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

Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Very spread-out resort, some villa clusters feel isolated
• Primarily a DVC property, harder to book on cash reservations
• Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat only goes to Disney Springs
• Limited table service dining compared to other Deluxe resorts
• Lower-energy atmosphere may not feel as immersive for park-focused guests

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

Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Good's Food to Go

  Quick Service

  American

  breakfast

  View menu

• Gurgling Suitcase

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

• Olivia's Cafe

  Table Service

  American

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Olivia's Cafe To Go

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch

  View menu

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

• 'Ohana

  Table Service

  American, Polynesian

  breakfast · dinner

  View menu

• Barefoot Pool Bar

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

• Breakfast at Wailulu Bar & Grill

  Quick Service

  Polynesian

  breakfast

  View menu

• Capt. Cook's

  Quick Service

  American, Seafood

  breakfast

  View menu

• Chip 'n' Dale's Deli

  Quick Service

  American, Quick Service Kiosk

  lunch

  View menu

• Chip 'n' Dale’s Deli at Disney's Palm, Magnolia, and Oak Trail Golf Courses

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch

  View menu

• Kona Cafe

  Table Service

  American, Seafood

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Kona Café To Go

  Quick Service

  American, Seafood

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Kona Island

  Table Service

  American, Sushi, Quick Service - Coffee

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Oasis Bar & Grill

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

• Pineapple Lanai

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

• Tambu Lounge

  Quick Service

  American, Polynesian

  snack

  View menu

• Trader Sam's Grog Grotto

  Quick Service

  Polynesian

  snack

  View menu

• Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace

  Table Service

  American, Polynesian

  dinner

  View menu

• Wailulu Bar & Grill

  Table Service

  Polynesian

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Wailulu Bar & Grill To Go

  Quick Service

  Polynesian

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

Disney's Old Key West Resort

• How is Old Key West? : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Old Key West : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Old Key West/ Saratoga Springs: are they *honestly* okay?
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Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

• First time stay at the Polynesian! Tips? : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Late Night Vibes at The Polynesian Resort - Reddit
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• Looking for crowd opinions on the Polynesian
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• New Polynesian Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Polynesian vs WL? : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

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