This will my first time staying at the Poly. We have opted for a studio for 5 people as we do not stay in the room much.
My first question for those who have been recently is do they have traditional coffee pots or Keurig type machines? We like to bring our own coffee so it would be nice to know which kind to bring.
My 3 kids also do not like sleeping in the same bed. I know there's a sofa bed and a pull down bed. Is there enough room anywhere for a twin blow up mattress just for the night?
Can you give suggestions of things to do at the resort that are special to this resort?
Thanks fo ryour help.
I actually know all the ins and outs of this question.
I had to fit a twin bed in somewhere for my mother's safety - very long story. She has dementia and I needed her very low off the ground and on something where her movement is lessened. I actually had her on the small murphy pull down for these safety reasons and she rolled off the first night (when she falls she can't help herself so thank God I woke up ). I had brought an alternative for her safety that works in her daily life.
I thought it would fit in the hall. Doesn't work, barely fits and can't get by for toilet, as others have noted. If anyone wants to leave before he/she wakes up, not doable. And regardless it is a safety hazard if there is an emergency especially when one's vision is lessened. The only way it would work is if you brought a narrower cot so there is walking room. But honestly I would hate to worry that someone would roll into the space.
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But unbelievably so a twin does fit in the first washroom. I just couldn't choose that at I was not okay with that for my mother. But it does fit.
Everyone is right, the option is not bringing out the couch. Or telling your kids to deal. Insert smile and laugh.
When the couch is out you still have the huge chest (and it is huge) and table and chairs to deal with, so that is not an option.
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As far as the resort, you are all going to have so much fun. You will all love both the pools and the water play area.
Don't overlook ordering room service. It's a really relaxing way to eat. They bring it in with such service for you all. If you can I would bring some folding camping chairs for this option. I ordered one and had it delievered for my mom as they are safe for her in general.
The Twilight Feast on takeout is 'Ohana room service. Do not order for five. Order for much lower, they bring so much food. It's wasteful.
I have easily fed three people on one order and still had leftovers. I was not being cheap I had read in advance how much they send. You can order to time it for the fireworks, if you are lake view.
Ordered breakfast many days as Kona has a great one and it is not that expensive.
You can also order drinks!
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If you are standard view the lake side third floor platform outside of Tokelau is a perfect area to watch the fireworks.
There is a torch lighting ceremony every night and movies on the grassy area by thelobby. And a dole whip window.
Also, as others have stated it is great to walk right to the Epcot monorail.
Don't forget that if transportation is packed coming home from the MK you have many options. Small boat - monorail to Polynesian - large ferry to TTC and easy walk. Heck even express monorail to TTC and easy walk but that's usually packed anyway.
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Don't overlook the proximity to the Grand Floridian. The pathway over there is another spot to watch the fireworks, different perspective.
Have a wonderful time.
Bill
