Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star Mediterranean hotel near Universal Epic Universe

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Exterior
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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Front of property
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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8505 S. Kirkman Road, Orlando, FL, 32819
  • Place, Universal Epic Universe
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange County Convention Center North
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Universal Studios Florida
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Club Level 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Park View Deluxe 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Skyline View 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Park View How To Train Your Dragon Kids' Suite (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

How To Train Your Dragon Kids' Suite (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Pool View 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Park View 1 King Bed (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Park View 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Celestial Suite (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Mobility Accessible Deluxe 2 Queen w/ADA tub (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Park View Deluxe Hearing Accessible 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Park View Hearing Accessible 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Park View Club Level 2 Queen Beds (Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe**)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

Park View Deluxe 2 Queen Beds - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

Park View Hearing Accessible 2 Queen Beds - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

Skyline View 2 Queen Beds - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

Park View Deluxe Hearing Accessible 2 Queen Beds - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universe

  • Sleeps 5

Club Level 2 Queen Beds -Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

Park View 1 King Bed - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universe

  • Sleeps 3

Park View Club Level 2 Queen Beds - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

Park View 2 Queen Beds - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

Celestial Suite - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 3

2 Queen Beds Room With Pool View - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

How To Train Your Dragon Kids&Apos Suite - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 4

Park View How To Train Your Dragon Kids&Apos Suite -Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universe

  • Sleeps 5

Deluxe Room-2 Queen Beds - Dedicated Entrance To Epic Universal

  • Sleeps 5

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About the area

Orlando

In Orlando .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Universal Epic Universe and 3 miles (5 km) of Orange County Convention Center. Also, Universal CityWalk is within 3 miles (5 km) and Universal’s Volcano Bay is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Universal Epic Universe - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Orange County Convention Center North - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Universal Orlando Resort - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Orange County Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Universal Studios Florida - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Meadow Woods Station - 15 min drive
  • Orlando Station - 18 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe L'Air de la Sirene - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Moon - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Burning Blade Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Topgolf - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel

4-star Mediterranean hotel near Universal Epic Universe
Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3425 square feet (318 square meters) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, early theme park entry, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Orlando hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 500 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 3425 sq ft of conference space
  • 318 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2025
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel offers 500 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Orlando hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Early theme park entry
  • Fenced pool
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 36 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 1 to 40 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Early theme park entry
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 11 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (41 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 39.38 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 1 to 40 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 36 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 39.38 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

**Valid theme park admission required

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Universal's Helios Grand Hotel A Loews Hotel
Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, A Loews Hotel Hotel
Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, A Loews Hotel Orlando
Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, A Loews Hotel Hotel Orlando

Frequently asked questions

How close is Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel to the airport?

Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel is 13.5 mi (23-min drive) away from the Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel on May 17, 2026 start from CA $512, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel.

How close is Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 11.2 mi (25-min drive) from Hideaway Bay and 15.2 mi (29-min drive) from Beachcomber Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 1 and 40 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 36 per night, and valet parking for USD 45 per night.

Does Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel have a pool?

Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like al fresco dining and a poolside location.

Does Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel to downtown Orlando?

Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel is 8.1 mi away from Orlando.

Universal's Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 242 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our experience at Helios was a great one. From friendly and welcoming staff to the clean rooms. The service was always fast and friendly. Our room was facing the park and what a treat that was. We were able to watch the spectacular light show at night from the room. And you can see the entire park from there. We love all hotels on all the park properties but Helios was very nice because there was no walk or ride to the park. We literally stepped right outside and we were there. If we visit Epic again we will definitely stay there.
The light show at closing from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Luis, MIAMI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is beautiful, clean and new. The staff for the most part friendly and inviting. The real issue is structurally. Maybe our $900 a night room wasn’t equipped with real walls. I understand when you come to these attractions hotels most people are excited about getting an early start but when you can hear everything going on in other rooms our outside at 7am is a little discouraging. And maybe I like to break routine on checkout day and wake up maybe at 8:0 or heck even 9 for an 11 am checkout. Impossible when yoir sleep is being interrupted but banging carts out people speaking outside or in the next room. So if you like to sleep till 8am on vacation, “forget about it”.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and helpful. Hotel was very clean, including the rooms. Our room had an issue with the toilet flushing every 15-20 minutes through the night that was not fixed during our stay and the controls for the lights on the room tablets were clunky and do not alway work. The window curtain controls did not work at all when trying to close at night or open in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful but the best part was the staff, every single person was just so welcoming, we have not experienced that in a long time. From the moment we pulled up until the moment we were leaving, everyone that worked there was such a pleasure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Devan

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

charles, new york

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
For $500 expected better. Very small towels. Connecting room. Poor quality pizza at lobby restaurant. Great location if going to Unoversal but other than that…not worth the price
Towels in a $500 per night room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff lovely, room clean and nice. Park view amazing and direct access for early entry.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was beautiful and ckean. Splurge for the park view room to see the light show every evening!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy Vargus

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hotel if you are visiting Universal Epic, the hotel is impecable, beautiful, but a bit expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

eric

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

The hotel is fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff: beautifully decorated interior. Restaurants, rooftop bar, and pool area are all well-designed
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Seo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is just unbeatable. It was beautiful inside and staffs were all very nice,too. Both floral taverna and bar helios also very good food and service. I will definetly recommand this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannette M

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026