02/27/2026
If you’re going to choose one... First, hear me out, I love Universal Orlando. I love all three parks, I love Volcano Bay, CityWalk is a blast and with 11 on-property resorts, there’s no wrong choice of where to stay. However...
Epic Universe is special. This park is so immersive and next level, so it is not a one and done kind of park. Nor can you REALLY conquer it in a single day. It is also situated about 10-15 minutes away from the other side of the Universal property. It’s an easy bus ride away, but for your first trip to Epic, and if you have a limited time to spend, just do Epic.
You need to call the brand new Grand Helios Hotel home. This new resort is the only one with a DEDICATED Epic Universe entry. If you feel like a splurge, go for a theme park view and you may never want to leave the room for the magnificent views!
The five themed lands of Epic have 11 main rides, two amazing shows and some of the best theme park food you’ll ever encounter. (And that’s just the Quick Service! Woah!) There is so much interaction in each land, spells to cast, coins to collect, so plan accordingly. You will be blown away!