Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Lobby Gets New Signs, Seating Blocked Off

Shannen Ace

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A tropical-themed hotel lobby with wicker chairs, lush plants, and a boutique store in the background.

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Lobby Gets New Signs, Seating Blocked Off

New signs were installed in the check-in area of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort lobby and half of the lobby’s seating is currently closed.

New Polynesian Check-In Signs

Hotel front desk with guests checking in, floral decor, suitcases, and blocked off lobby seating at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort.

The new signs hang above each checkout counter and feature the resort’s mascot, Maui, and tropical flowers. The signs previously read “Aloha” or “Guest Services” where appropriate. The new signs are the same size and shape.

Wooden sign with tropical flowers and tribal design, like those at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, hanging from bamboo poles.

It’s possible the decals were just replaced, rather than completely new signs being installed. There have been no signs of construction in the area.

Hotel lobby seating at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, with people at the front desk and views of greenery outside.

For reference, above is the check-in and guest services area with the new/updated signs. Below is a picture of approximately the same area with the “Aloha” signs.

Hotel lobby with floral decorations, rattan chairs, and people checking in at the front desk under soft lighting.
Photo from November 2024

The area otherwise looks the same.

Polynesian Lobby Seating Closed

However, all of the lobby seating in front of BouTiki is blocked by stanchions. Although signs state, “Please pardon our Pixie Dust – Work in progress for future enjoyment,” there is currently no active construction. All of the furniture and planters remain in place.

Disney has not announced any work in the Polynesian lobby. The lobby received a soft refurbishment in 2023 when rugs and upholstery were replaced. In early 2024, the stairs received new carpet.

Spacious hotel lobby with tropical decor, stone flooring, lush plants, and seating areas on both sides.

There is ongoing construction outside the Great Ceremonial House as the resort’s driveway entrance is reconfigured. Crews were also recently working on the roof of the Aotearoa building.

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