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.
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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 22, 2025
4:59 PM
Helios Grand Hotel Christmas Tree.
November 22, 2025
4:57 PM
Helios Grand Hotel Christmas Tree at night.
November 22, 2025
4:55 PM
Apollo and the Helios Grand Hotel Christmas Tree.
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
November 13, 2025
4:07 AM
Helios Grand Hotel turning red from lighting of the Cosmos Fountain. Seen during the nightly closing show in Epic Universe.
