Stay steps from Epic Universe at the new Helios Grand Hotel with luxury rooms, dining, a rooftop bar, and early park admission for hotel guests.

Today, Universal Orlando Resort welcomes its first guests to its newest hotel, Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel – a majestic 500-room Mediterranean-inspired escape overlooking the brand-new theme park. The Universal Helios Grand Hotel was originally scheduled to open on May 22, 2025. However, with the previews of the brand-new theme park happening, the opening date got moved up.

Brought to life by the award-winning Universal Creative team and co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co, the new hotel joins Universal Orlando’s Signature Collection and features bright, inviting and warm guest rooms and suites – including How to Train Your Dragon-themed Kids’ Suites, delicious dining options, a spectacular rooftop bar, entertaining amenities and a dedicated entrance into Epic Universe.

Universal Helios Grand Hotel Near Universal Epic Universe

Located at Epic Universe, Helios Grand Hotel blends immersion and relaxation to create a hotel stay like no other and puts guests steps away from the excitement of the new theme park. Guests can enjoy a host of incredible amenities such as a variety of dining options, including Flora Taverna, Aurora Market and Lotus Lagoon; a resort-style zero-entry pool, a hot tub and well-appointed poolside cabanas; fitness center, game room, and fan-favorite merch from the Universal Studios Store. Guests will also enjoy food and beverage options from the top floor at Bar Helios, featuring stunning views of Universal Epic Universe.

Helios Grand Hotel guests can also take advantage of a dedicated entrance to Universal Epic Universe that is accessible from the hotel lobby (valid theme park admission required), as well as theme park benefits that are exclusive to Universal hotel guests. This includes Early Park Admission to select Universal theme parks, which will expand to include Universal Epic Universe beginning May 23, 2025. This gives guests entry up to one hour before the park opens (valid theme park admission required). All Universal Olrando Resort hotel guests receive complimentary shuttle bus transportation to the theme parks, Universal CityWalk, and more.

For more information about Universal Helios Grand Hotel and to book a reservation, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/Helios. For more theme park-related information, visit MSM News.

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