Universal Helios Grand Hotel marks a major milestone for Universal Orlando Resort. It’s the resort’s first hotel attached to a park, in this case Epic Universe. The hotel opened with the start of Passholder previews on Wednesday, April 16. Epic Universe will officially open on May 22. Parking & Entrance Hotel guests can park in … Read more
Universal Helios Grand Hotel is now open, with a gift shop full of Epic Universe merchandise, including some new items. Universal Helios Grand Hotel Gift Shop Like other Universal Hotels, the gift shop is just dubbed the “Universal Studios Store.” You can find it by turning right in the hotel’s lobby, between the check-in area … Read more
Universal Helios Grand Hotel has opened its doors ahead of Annual Passholder Previews for Epic Universe, the newest theme park at Universal Orlando Resort. We were there on opening day to tour a Park View 2 Queen Beds room. Universal Helios Grand Hotel Room Tour Upon entering the room, a round hallway lamp illuminates four-pointed … Read more
Universal Helios Grand Hotel has opened to coincide with Annual Passholder previews of Epic Universe. Available at the hotel’s Aurora Market is a new Helios Grand Hotel souvenir cup with refills. Universal Helios Grand Hotel Souvenir Cup – $16 The cup is dark blue with light dots representing stars. The logo for Universal Helios Grand … Read more
Dining reservations for Flora Taverna and Bar Helios at Universal Helios Grand Hotel are open once again. Universal Helios Grand Hotel Dining Reservations Those who are interested in dining at Helios Grand Hotel can now book dining reservations at either of the two restaurants located at the hotel. Reservations were previously available for a short … Read more
Universal Helios Grand Hotel has opened up more dates for reservations coinciding with the Annual Passholder Epic Universe previews. Universal Helios Grand Hotel Opens Early Reservations When reservations originally opened for the new hotel, they were only for May 22 (the grand opening date of Epic Universe) onwards. Guests can now book stays starting on … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort shared a first look at the themed cuisine that will be available at Epic Universe, which opens on May 22, 2025. Epic Universe Food The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic In The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner … Read more
The latest round of Epic Universe aerial photos by bioreconstruct on X showcase Frankenstein Manor, Stardust Racers, the Helios Grand Hotel pool, Constellation Carousel creatures, and more. Epic Universe Construction Bioreconstruct most recently flew over the park on October 24. When we last shared a construction update from bio, construction was recovering from Hurricane Milton. … Read more
Coinciding with Epic Universe tickets going on sale, reservations for Universal Helios Grand Hotel are now open. Universal Helios Grand Hotel Reservations Guests can book the in-park hotel for stays starting on May 22, 2025 — the grand opening date of Epic Universe — through January 3, 2026. A two-night minimum stay is required for the opening … Read more
Aerial photographer bioreconstruct shared new snaps of the Epic Universe construction site this week, including photos of Toothless from “How to Train Your Dragon” uncovered on Hiccup’s Wing Gliders, Yoshi spotted on Mount Beanpole, and more. Epic Universe Overview & Entrance Since our last Epic Universe update, much of the theme park has started to take shape. … Read more
In addition to sharing details of the hotel’s theming and dining options, Universal Orlando has released layouts of the Universal Helios Grand Hotel rooms. Standard Rooms The guest rooms of Universal Helios Grand Hotel are designed to evoke the tranquility of a blissful garden with hues of blue and purple, and impressionistic depictions of flowers … Read more
Universal has shared new details about Epic Universe’s in-park hotel, Universal Helios Grand Hotel, including concept art. Universal Helios Grand Hotel Details Universal Helios Grand Hotel will be Universal Orlando’s 11th hotel but their first attached to a park. It acts as the backdrop of Celestial Park. “This hotel isn’t just theme-park-adjacent, it is at … Read more
Aerial photographer bioreconstruct shared new snaps of the Epic Universe construction site this week, including photos and videos of Donkey Kong Mine-Cart Madness and Curse of the Werewolf testing. Bio also spotted the statues from the defunct Monsters Cafe Bone Chillin’ Stand in a staging area for the park. Epic Universe Parking Crews are installing … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has shared that yet another Epic Universe reveal is coming this week for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic. Epic Universe News Coming This Week The teaser was shared via a post on X (formerly Twitter), with the date “7.31.2024” appearing over a galaxy full of stars. This … Read more
Aerial photographer bioreconstruct shared photos of Epic Universe construction this week, including of the in-park Helios Grand Hotel and the nearby Terra Luna and Stella Nova Resorts. Epic Universe Hotels Helios Grand Hotel The center of the hotel is topped with a large dome, which is currently just a steel framework but will eventually be … Read more
In addition to confirming the five lands of Epic Universe, Universal has announced the full details for the main hub: Celestial Park. Celestial Park Overview Celestial Park is not based on an IP, unlike the other four lands, and is the central “world” of Epic Universe. Guests will enter it through the Chronos at the … Read more