For the first time, we had the opportunity to step into the Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, a breathtaking 500-room resort set to open May 22, 2025, alongside Universal Epic Universe theme park. This Mediterranean-inspired retreat rises above Celestial Park’s lush gardens and sparkling waters.
This new hotel blends immersive design with total relaxation, offering peaceful rooms, family-friendly amenities, elevated dining experiences, a rooftop bar with stunning views, and even its own dedicated entrance into Epic Universe. It’s a one-of-a-kind stay designed to take your Universal vacation to epic new heights.
Now, let’s take a photo tour of the main areas of the hotel!
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.
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 for guests to kick back in the evening after a busy day in the parks.
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.
Lotus Lagoon – a poolside bar and grill where guests can cool off with refreshing cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks and enjoy casual fare options like burgers, salads, sandwiches, and more.
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.
The pièce de ré·sis·tance of staying here? Located off the lobby is the hotel’s dedicated entrance into Epic Universe – an unparalleled amenity for guests of Universal Helios Grand Hotel that provides direct, convenient access to and from the theme park (valid theme park admission required)!
Now that we’ve seen the hotel’s public areas, let’s take a tour of one of the beautiful guest rooms!
A huge thank you to Universal Orlando Resort for inviting us to a hosted media preview of Universal Epic Universe. All opinions are our own.
