The Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews property, is set to open in May 2025, marking a significant addition to Universal Orlando Resort's new Universal Epic Universe theme park. This 500-room hotel will offer exclusive views of the park, along with a dedicated entrance for guests, making it the first hotel at Universal Orlando Resort with direct access to the theme park.
The hotel’s design will feature "celestial motifs and Mediterranean-inspired elements while guests can choose from a range of accommodations, including standard rooms and suites, with some offering park views." Additionally, kids’ rooms will be themed after the How to Train Your Dragon franchise.
Dining options will include "a full-service restaurant, a café with gelato and grab-and-go selections, a rooftop bar, and a poolside bar and grill." Moreover, the hotel will offer 3,421 square feet of event space, including the Helios Grand Hall, for both indoor and outdoor gatherings.
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The Universal Helios Grand Hotel Announced a May Opening
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