Universal Orlando Resort has released some initial renderings and information on the new Helios Grand Resort. This 500-room property will be located within the Universal Epic Universe theme park. The Helios Grand is scheduled to open next year. It will be located at the end of Celestial Park and will be operated by Lowes Hotels & Co. It will feature a Mediterranean design taking its inspiration from Helios, the Greek god of the sun.

Hotel and Room Features

The Helios Grand is described by Universal as a property that features “tranquil sleeping accommodations, entertaining amenities for the whole family to enjoy, divine dining options, a stunning rooftop bar and the hotel’s own dedicated entrance to the new theme park”. Per Universal’s press release “Only here can guest unwind in the serenity of a sunlit retreat in one moment and then within minutes find themselves in the heart of exhilarating theme park adventures”.

Some of the planned amenities include a zero-entry pool with underwater speakers, a hot tub and poolside movies and a state of the art fitness center free to hotel guests. The hotel will also offer a game room and the aforementioned rooftop Helios Bar serving tapas and craft cocktails with panoramic theme park views.

The Helios Grand will offer a variety of rooms and suites inlcuding How to Train Your Dragon Kids suites.

Exclusive Theme Park Benefits at Helios Grand Hotel

Dedicated Entrance to Universal Epic Universe

Guests of Universal Helios Grand Hotel will enjoy a dedicated entrance to the park. (Separate Universal Epic Universe theme park admission required and not included.)

Early Park Admission^†

Breeze into one of our theme parks up to an hour early with Early Park Admission. (Valid theme park admission required. Select attractions.)

Fun, Free And Easy Transportation

Fun, free and easy is how guests of Universal hotels get to the parks and back. Hop aboard one of our complimentary shuttle buses and get to the fun fast. (Restrictions apply.)

More Than Just A Room Key

The convenience continues. When shopping or dining in any of the parks, Universal CityWalk or at any of Universal’s hotels, your key card allows you to charge your purchases everywhere at Universal Orlando Resort.

Must be 21+ with valid photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverage

Shopping Made Simple

Guests of Universal hotels can be carefree and carry-free when shopping at select stores in Universal’s theme parks and Universal CityWalk. We’ll deliver* your purchases directly to your hotel, free of charge. (Restrictions apply.)

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