--- title: Universals Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel slug: universals-helios-grand-hotel-loews-hotel-orlando type: hotel sub_type: hotels source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/universals-helios-grand-hotel-loews-hotel-orlando city: Orlando state: FL country: US address: 8505 South Kirkman Road geo: lat: 28.44225 lng: -81.44977 cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:45:47.368Z price_from: amount: 498.8 currency: USD unit: per_night availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 176 scale: 5 room_rates: - name: Park View Deluxe Hearing Accessible 2 Queen Beds Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe, Non-Smoking price: 917 regular_price: 1124.8 savings: 207.8 - name: Standard Queen Room Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe, Non-Smoking price: 553 regular_price: 618 savings: 65 --- ## Overview Stay at Universal’s Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, featuring Mediterranean-inspired luxury, rooftop dining, a resort-style pool, and exclusive park access with early admission and shuttle service to Universal Orlando Resort’s top attractions. ## What's Included - Early park admission to select Universal Orlando attractions (tickets sold separately) - Complimentary shuttle service to all Universal Orlando theme parks - Complimentary WiFi - Access to on-site fitness center - Resort-wide charging privileges ## What's Not Included - Park tickets - Parking fees: - Overnight guest parking: $36 per night for self-parking or $45 for valet - Day guest parking: $125 for self-parking and $128 for valet, plus tax - Pets (only ADA-defined service animals allowed) ## Room Rates - **Park View Deluxe Hearing Accessible 2 Queen Beds Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe, Non-Smoking** — $917.00/night (regularly $1124.80/night, save $207.80) - **Standard Queen Room Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe, Non-Smoking** — $553.00/night (regularly $618.00/night, save $65.00) ## Good to Know * Minimum check-in age is 21. * Check-In: 4:00pm | Check-Out: 11:00am * Spacious themed guest rooms and suites with premium bedding and views of the park or city. * Elegant pool area with private cabanas and poolside service. * Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Flora Taverna and rooftop drinks at Bar Helios. * Private access to Celestial Park, located just steps away. * The hotel offers a range of accessibility features, including roll-in showers or tubs with hand bars, closed-caption TVs, braille room numbers, hearing-impaired kits, and mobility scooter rentals through approved vendors. * Pets are not accepted. ADA-defined service animals only are welcome. * The hotel is 100% smoke-free, with smoking permitted only in designated outdoor areas; a $250 cleaning fee applies for smoking in guest rooms. * A total tax of 12.5% (including 6.5% Florida state sales tax and 6% Orange County occupancy tax) will be added to the room rate each night of your stay. * Parking fees and other charges are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ## Cancellation Policy No cancellation policy information provided. ## FAQs ### Does Universal’s Helios Grand Hotel include early park admission? Yes! Guests receive early park admission to select attractions at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure, as well as Volcano Bay. Guests must purchase park tickets separately. ### Is transportation to Universal parks provided? Absolutely. Complimentary shuttle bus service are available throughout the day to all Universal Orlando Resort parks. ### What kind of rooms are available? The hotel offers themed standard rooms, deluxe suites, and family suites, all featuring modern décor and comfortable amenities. ### Are pets allowed at the hotel? Pets are not accepted, but if you want to bring your furry friend, the following hotels allow pets for a fee of $150†††. ADA-defined service animals only are welcome. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel®, Loews Royal Pacific Resort and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort ### Does the hotel have a pool? Yes, the hotel features a large resort-style pool with lounge chairs, shaded cabanas, and a poolside bar. ### What dining options are onsite? Guests can enjoy Flora Taverna, Lotus Lagoon, Aurora Market, and rooftop dining at Bar Helios. ### Can I walk to Universal Studios from the hotel? No. The hotel is on Universal Epic Universe and has a dedicated entrance to the park for guests staying at the hotel. Complimentary shuttle services to other Universal Orlando Resort theme parks are available. ### What is the check-in and check-out time? Check-in begins at 4 PM and check-out is at 11 AM. ### Is parking available at the hotel? Overnight guest parking is available for $36 per night for self-parking or $45 for valet, while day guest parking is $125 for self-parking and $128 for valet, plus tax. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ### Can I reserve a smoking room? All resort hotels are 100% smoke-free, with smoking permitted only in designated outdoor areas; a $250 cleaning fee applies for smoking in guest rooms. ### Does the hotel have WiFi access? Yes, free WiFi access is available at the property. ### Is there a resort fee or any other mandatory charges? A total tax of 12.5% (including 6.5% Florida state sales tax and 6% Orange County occupancy tax) will be added to the room rate each night of your stay at Universal Orlando Resort Hotels. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ### What is the minimum age to check in? The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in and is required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. ### What accessible features does the hotel offer? The hotel offers a range of accessibility features, including roll-in showers or tubs with hand bars, closed-caption TVs, braille room numbers, hearing-impaired kits, and mobility scooter rentals through approved vendors.