ORLANDO, Fla. – Whether it’s admired from afar or right on property, Universal Helios Grand Hotel is a vision any way you look at it. And the newest Universal Orlando hotel offers something others hadn’t before—direct access to a theme park.
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Universal Orlando is now also accepting reservations for Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, for arrivals beginning April 16.
A Mediterranean escape
Adjacent to Epic Universe, the majestic 500-room hotel offers a Mediterranean-inspired retreat, blending immersion and relaxation.
With the namesake Helios, the hotel has impressive lighting to give that sparkle throughout as if it were a jewelry store.
The hotel even features a lighting system that transitions between daytime and nighttime themes, creating a different atmosphere throughout the day, as guests head to and from the theme parks.
The grand lobby window looks out over Celestial Park’s lush gardens and scenic waters and ties directly into the world’s storyline, including the color scheme. Lights will start cool at the entry of Celestial Park and then become warmer leading up to the hotel.
Exceptional amenities
The Helios Grand Hotel features a variety of incredible amenities, including:
- Dining options: Enjoy meals at Flora Taverna, Aurora Market, and Lotus Lagoon.
- Resort-style pool: Relax in the zero-entry pool, hot tub, and well-appointed poolside cabanas.
- Fitness and recreation: Stay active in the fitness center or unwind in the game room.
- Shopping: Find fan-favorite merchandise at the Universal Studios Store.
Stunning views at Bar Helios
Guests can also indulge in food and beverages at Bar Helios, located on the top floor, which offers stunning 360-degree views of Epic Universe and beyond.
From the ground, guests see the golden dome at the top of the hotel. Inside, a dome ceiling adorns the bar with the twelve constellations that make up the zodiac.
As for food, guests can dine on creative tapas and familiar favorites.
Guests can also take in the breathtaking views on the balcony.
Exclusive park access
Helios Grand Hotel guests benefit from a dedicated entrance to Epic Universe, accessible from the hotel lobby (valid theme park admission required).
Theme park benefits
Universal hotel guests enjoy exclusive perks, including:
- Early park admission: Access to select Universal theme parks up to one hour before opening, expanding to include Universal Epic Universe starting May 23, 2025 (valid theme park admission required).
- Complimentary shuttle service: Convenient transportation to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk.
Know before you go
For parking, overnight guests pay $36 plus tax per night for self-parking and $45 plus tax per night for valet parking, while day guests pay $125 plus tax for self-parking or $128 plus tax for valet parking.
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