Details on Universal’s latest and greatest hotel have emerged from the cosmos! Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel will be a spectacular 500-room resort located at the much-anticipated Universal Epic Universe theme park opening in 2025. Brought to life by the award-winning Universal Creative team and co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co, Universal Helios Grand Hotel is a majestic Mediterranean-inspired escape designed to blend immersion and relaxation to create a hotel stay like no other. This palatial resort features tranquil sleeping accommodations, entertaining amenities for the whole family to enjoy, divine dining options, a stunning rooftop bar and the hotel’s very own dedicated entrance to the new theme park.
Universal Helios Grand Hotel – The Crown Jewel of Epic Universe
Upon stepping into this grand sanctuary, you’ll be transported to a fantastical world within the palace of Helios, the Greek god of the sun, adorned with beautiful details of celestial patterns, dazzling constellations and elegant yet casual Mediterranean design elements. Through the lobby’s magnificent floor-to-ceiling windows is a breathtaking vista of Celestial Park – the central hub of Epic Universe – boasting some of the best daytime and nighttime views of the new park.
- Serene Guest Rooms and Spacious Suites – Bright, inviting and warm, the guest rooms and suites of Universal Helios Grand Hotel evoke the tranquility of a blissful garden – with many of the rooms offering fantastic views of Epic Universe. Unique to Universal Helios Grand Hotel are the imaginative How to Train Your Dragon Kids’ Suites.
- Dedicated Entrance to Universal Epic Universe – Located off the lobby is the hotel’s dedicated entrance into Epic Universe – an exclusive amenity for guests of Universal Helios Grand Hotel that provides direct, convenient access to and from the theme park (valid theme park admission required).
- Bar Helios – A sparkling and stylish rooftop lounge, Bar Helios at Universal Helios Grand Hotel offers a delectable menu of creative tapas and familiar favorites, thoughtfully-handcrafted specialty cocktails, and unmatched 360-degree views of Epic Universe and beyond – making this the perfect spot to kick back in the evening after a busy day in the parks.
- Resort-style Pool – The oasis of the zero-entry pool is the ultimate spot for rest and relaxation – complete with underwater speakers, poolside cabanas available for rent, a hot tub, poolside movies, recreational activities and more.
Additional amenities include:
- Complimentary state-of-the-art fitness center featuring a variety of strength and cardio equipment;
- Game room for guests to blast, zap and race their way through a collection of arcade games with the purchase of a game card;
- Universal Orlando Resort Store for guests to purchase everything from sundries and necessities to Universal Orlando merchandise; and so much more.
Dining options include:
- Flora Taverna – a full-service restaurant offering breakfast, lunch and dinner and lobby bar with a light and airy atmosphere – featuring an open-style kitchen with live cooking, Mediterranean comfort foods, pizza ovens, and al fresco seating overlooking the beautiful scenery of Celestial Park;
- Aurora Market – a contemporary coffee shop and market offering freshly-roasted coffees, delightful grab-and-go food items and enticing snack and dessert options from morning to night;
- Lotus Lagoon – a poolside bar and grill to cool off with refreshing cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages, and enjoy casual fare options like burgers, salads, sandwiches and more.
Exclusive Theme Park Benefits
Staying at any Universal Orlando hotel is the best way to experience all that the destination has to offer and comes with exclusive theme park benefits. Guests staying at Universal Helios Grand Hotel, or any of the other Universal Orlando hotels, receive Early Park Admission to enjoy select attractions at the theme parks – which will expand to include Universal Epic Universe with the park’s opening in 2025 – up to one hour before the park opens with valid theme park admission. Universal Orlando hotel guests can also take advantage of complimentary shuttle bus transportation to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk, resort-wide charging privileges, complimentary merchandise delivery and more.
Stay tuned – more details about Universal Epic Universe and how to book a reservation at Universal Helios Grand Hotel will be revealed in the months ahead.
