Here’s what to expect at Universal Helios Grand Hotel – opening in 2025

Universal Orlando Resort has shared new details about Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel – a 500-room resort in Universal Epic Universe theme park opening in 2025.

The hotel is a “majestic Mediterranean-inspired escape rising above the lush gardens and scenic waters of Celestial Park at Epic Universe,” reads a press release. It brings the destination’s portfolio to a total of 11 hotels and 11,000 guest rooms.

As soon as guests step into the property, they will 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.

And through the lobby’s floor-to-ceiling windows is a breathtaking vista of Celestial Park – boasting views of Epic Universe in the entire hotel.

What to expect

Universal Helios Grand Hotel is promising: 

Bright and spacious rooms and suites – many of which offer fantastic views of Epic Universe. Unique to the hotel are How to Train Your Dragon Kids’ Suites, where little ones can take to the skies and rest amongst dragons in a colorful room inspired by the Viking village of Berk.

• Dedicated Entrance to Universal Epic Universe – Located off the lobby is the hotel’s dedicated entrance into Epic Univers (valid theme park admission required).
• Bar Helios – A sparkling and stylish rooftop lounge with 360-degree views of Epic Universe.
• Resort-style Pool – complete with underwater speakers, poolside cabanas available for rent, a hot tub, poolside movies, recreational activities and more.

Guests of Universal Helios Grand Hotel can also enjoy a fitness centre, a game room and a Universal Orlando Resort Store.

Dining options

The property’s 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 coffees, grab-and-go food items and snack and dessert options from morning to night.

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.

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.

The addition of Universal Helios Grand Hotel also brings three reimagined hotel categories to Universal Orlando – designed to make it even easier for guests to choose the hotel that best fits their preferred style and budget.

The Signature Collection – including Universal Helios Grand Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort; the Prime Value Hotels – including Universal Aventura Hotel, Universal Stella Nova Resort (opening January 21, 2025) and Universal Terra Luna Resort (opening February 25, 2025); and the Value Inns and Suites – including Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort and Universal Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites & Dockside Inn and Suites – affordable options offering standard rooms and spacious suites with kitchenettes.

More details about Universal Helios Grand Hotel will be revealed in the months ahead. For more information, click here.

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