May 24, 2026
2:55 PM
Work seen May 21 of the development of foundations for spotlights in front of Helios Grand Hotel. Spotlights also have been seen in progress on roof tiers of the hotel.
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May 23, 2026
8:23 PM
Spotlights are being added to the roof of Helios Grand Hotel. Similar to the spotlights at Constellation Carousel, and on four roof tops in Epic Universe.
April 17, 2026
9:29 AM
One year ago was the soft opening of Epic Universe. April 17. 2025. Seen in foreground about 8:45 am are the first #UOAP Annual Passholders and Universal resort guests who entered from Helios Grand Hotel. Queued for early entry after passing through security and ticketing.
March 1, 2026
2:24 AM
Aerial photo of Helios Grand Hotel.
December 23, 2025
3:03 AM
Aerial photo today Dec 22, 2025 of the Helios Grand Hotel pool. And aerial one year ago, Dec 20, 2024, with recently added landscaping.
November 27, 2025
8:01 PM
A nearly straight-down aerial photo of Helios Grand Hotel. You may know the walkways on both sides of the tower very well if you've been a guest.
November 27, 2025
7:56 PM
The distinct copper domes and profile of Helios Grand Hotel can be seen 7.5 miles away from the very high interchange ramp of SR 408 WB to I-4 WB. (As well as other resort towers in the attractions area.) Arrow top right in this aerial is at the ramp.
November 27, 2025
7:46 PM
Aerial photo of the copper roof features of Helios Grand Hotel.
November 22, 2025
5:03 PM
Advisory to Epic Universe guests visiting Helios Grand Hotel that there's no re-entry after park closing.
November 20, 2025
3:07 AM
There's a New Year's Eve party at Helios Grand Hotel. See https://universalorlandohotelsevents.constantcontactsites.com/new-years-eve-celebrations
September 7, 2025
10:19 AM
Helios Grand Hotel at sunset, reflected in a Celestial Park water feature.
August 15, 2025
12:14 PM
A view of Helios Grand Hotel. One of the expansion pads of Celestial Park is hidden from view at right.
August 14, 2025
12:43 AM
View of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit as seen from Helios Grand Hotel. Approx 2.6 miles away.
August 13, 2025
12:24 AM
View of Stardust Racers and Epic Universe from Helios Grand Hotel. 3am Aug 10.
August 12, 2025
1:02 AM
Some of the breakfast options in the complimentary Club Level lounge of Helios Grand Hotel. For guests on the top lodging floor. 9th floor.
