EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: Go INSIDE Universal’s Brand-New Stella Nova Resort!
Universal Orlando has an exciting year ahead! Epic Universe and the Helios Grand Hotel are opening in May, but before that, the brand-new Stella Nova and Terra Luna Resorts will be opening!
Stella Nova Resort
Stella Nova Resort will be the first of the three new hotels opening at Universal Orlando. It’s a space-themed hotel, just like its sister resort, Terra Luna. According to Universal, “It’s inspired by the infinite vastness of the unexplored universe, where galaxies spiral ever outward and unknown worlds revolve around unnamed stars.” And now we get to explore it for the first time ever days ahead of its grand opening!
Stella Nova Resort will open to guests on January 21st. The new hotel is located adjacent to the new theme park, Epic Universe (it’s literally across the street!), and will be a quick walk or shuttle ride away from the five new lands. We’re excited to finally get to stay at the hotel when it opens, but for now, let’s take a look around and see what’s waiting for you!
It’s a big hotel! And the exterior is COLORFUL!
First of all, we have to address the exterior. Universal shared that there are 140,000 tiles (!!!) on each building. Universal calls this a “boutique hotel,” though it is officially categorized as a Prime Value resort with 700 rooms. Compared to Disney’s Value Resorts, Universal’s Prime Value hotels have more amenities, like a lobby bar and a fitness center.
Lobby
When you first enter the hotel, you’re immediately taken to another galaxy. The high ceiling and unique lighting really make you feel like you’re entering a bright, grand space. In fact, we felt that the lighting was a standout in the design. There were so many innovative hanging lights and chandeliers, and plenty of ambient lights that add color and depth to the space. 10/10 to the lighting team!
Hello from the lobby!
It’s an impressive space! We’ve stayed at several Universal hotels and can say that this one feels equal to something like Universal’s Cabana Bay Resort. When you first walk in, it feels very open and bright, with plenty of seating in the lobby. Is it a jaw-dropping, knock-your-socks-off lobby? Maybe not compared to something like Disney’s Wilderness Lodge or Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, but it’s still a beautiful lobby with some fun space-inspired details.
Nova Bar in the lobby
Oh, and since we were invited to tour this resort during a special event, we should mention that the round stage pictured below is for the event and is not part of the lobby. But that stunning chandelier? That’s a showpiece!
Here’s another view of the lobby
Here’s another fun fact for ya! The space images in the lobby are all actual images from NASA, recreated for Universal’s lobby.
Rooms
We’ll be touring a room at this resort soon! Stay tuned for more details.
The carpet is an electric blue color!
We can’t wait for you to experience the brand-new Stella Nova Resort! It’s going to be a blast to visit and even better when Epic Universe opens on May 22nd. Stella Nova opens on January 21st, while Terra Luna opens on March 25th.
Here’s a peek out the window
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