Thursday, April 24, 2025

Universal shares details on Epic Universe-adjacent hotel

Universal Orlando Resort shares new details about Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel – a 500-room resort located at the Universal Epic Universe theme park opening in 2025. Brought to life by the Universal Creative team and co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co, Universal Helios Grand Hotel is a Mediterranean-inspired escape rising above the lush gardens and scenic waters of Celestial Park at Epic Universe. Designed to blend immersion and relaxation, this palatial resort features sleeping accommodations, amenities for the whole family to enjoy, dining options, a rooftop bar and the hotel’s very own dedicated entrance to the new theme park.

Bringing the destination’s portfolio to a total of 11 hotels and 11,000 guest rooms, Universal Helios Grand Hotel builds upon Universal’s more than three decades of expertise in entertainment and creative theming – combined with Loews Hotels’ hospitality and service excellence.

Welcome to Universal Helios Grand Hotel

As soon as guests step into this sanctuary, they will be transported to a fantastical world within the palace of Helios, the Greek god of the sun, adorned with details of celestial patterns, constellations and elegant yet casual Mediterranean design elements. And through the lobby’s magnificent floor-to-ceiling windows is a vista of Celestial Park.

Image courtesy of Universal Destinations & Experiences.

Universal Helios Grand Hotel offers:

  • Serene Guest Rooms and Spacious Suites – 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. And unique to Universal Helios Grand Hotel are the imaginative 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 Universe (valid theme park admission required).
  • Bar Helios – A sparkling and stylish rooftop lounge, Bar Helios at Universal Helios Grand Hotel offers a menu of creative tapas and familiar favorites, handcrafted specialty cocktails, and 360-degree views of Epic Universe and beyond.
  • 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.
  • Guests of Universal Helios Grand Hotel can also enjoy:
    • a complimentary fitness center featuring a variety of strength and cardio equipment;
    • a game room for guests to blast, zap and race their way through a collection of arcade games with the purchase of a game card;
    • a Universal Orlando Resort Store for guests to purchase everything from sundries and necessities to Universal Orlando merchandise; and so much more.
Image courtesy of Universal Destinations & Experiences.

Guests looking to have a meal or grab a quick snack in between visits to the parks can choose from a variety of unique dining options, including:

  • 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 scenery of Celestial Park;
  • Aurora Market – a contemporary coffee shop and market offering freshly-roasted 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.

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