Crimson Lake Motel

4.88

2 - 5 people60 minutesSherlock level

Win a stay at The Crimson Lake Motel in our social media competition. But be warned, check-in is easy, check-out may not be. Everything isn't quite as it seems. Will you check out?

ProfiWith childrenProfiHorror

Company Breakout

Sherlock level

A bit scary

Without actorsActors

EnglishGame language

About the escape room

After winning a social media competition you are invited for a luxury weekend away, courtesy of The Crimson Lake Motel. Tired after your journey in, you arrive and see everything isn't quite what it seems... You've checked in, but will you check out?

Brief assessment

from Navigator AI

Creepy motel vibes, punchy theming, and a full hour of puzzle-chasing make Crimson Lake Motel a solid pick. Go if you enjoy a lock-heavy, high-tension challenge with style to spare.

4.88

6 reviews

Location

01*********

Paid Parking

Wifi

Wardrobe

Overview of artificial intelligence

AIPlayers consistently praise the set design and mood—this motel feels grimy in all the right ways. Difficulty skews high with lots of padlocks and a fairly linear flow. Dim lighting adds tension but can feel like artificial difficulty, though phone torches are allowed. Overall it’s fun and better for enthusiasts and small groups than for families with young kids.

WeaknessesHeavy reliance on padlocks and a linear path can make progress feel repetitive. A few solutions seem arbitrary, and the darkness sometimes does the heavy lifting.

StrengthsAtmosphere and decor are standout and really sell the story. There’s plenty to do for the full hour, and the challenge hits the sweet spot for experienced teams.

SecurityLow lighting is intentional, and reviews note that phone torches are allowed. No other safety concerns were raised.

Level of fearIt leans eerie and icky rather than full-on horror. Likely fine for teens and adults, but not ideal for younger kids.

Actors' gameNo mentions of live actors or character interaction in the feedback. Expect immersion through set and story rather than performer-driven moments.

Quality of riddlesTough overall, with lots of codes and keys plus a few simpler breaks from the locks. Some steps feel very direct once spotted, while a couple come off a bit arbitrary in low light. Methodical teams who don’t mind linear progress will click with it.

PlotYou win a flashy motel getaway that turns sour fast, pushing you to uncover what’s really going on as you try to get out. The story tracks, even if it’s not everyone’s highlight.

Difficulty levelChallenging, especially for first-timers, while enthusiasts will feel right at home. Best with a small, focused team that communicates well.

Reviews

Ivan P.

Beginner

A brilliant, must-do Breakout room that even tops the original Vacancy set in the same hotel world. You can tell a lot of care went into both the puzzles and the experience, and there’s enough content to keep you busy the whole hour.

11.09.2025

Sam H.

Beginner

This room nails the icky motel vibe. There are neat visuals and a few cool puzzles, but the sheer number of padlocks and the linear flow dull the excitement. The dim lighting does a lot of the work, even though using a phone torch is allowed. The story mostly holds together, with a couple steps that feel a bit arbitrary. Fun overall—do it with a small group, not with kids.

22.04.2025

alex_89

Beginner

Good room with strong atmosphere, though it leans very lock-heavy and fairly linear. Still, our group had a blast once we found our rhythm.

08.09.2025

Marina K.

Beginner

Loved the set. It feels like a grimy little motel with secrets in every corner, and the hour just flies. Hard but super satisfying.

09.02.2025

Tom R.

Beginner

Really enjoyed it even though we didn’t escape. The puzzles are tough, but I’d still recommend it to enthusiasts who want a challenge.