Performance 12+
Room 13
4.88
2 - 10 people60 minutesDifficult
Company Houdini's Escape Room Experience
Difficult
A bit scary
With the actorsActors
EnglishGame language
About the escape room
You and a group of friends are travelling through the night when your car unexpectedly breaks down on a deserted road. Thankfully you spot a light in the distance and eventually stumble upon the entrance to a time-worn hotel. To your relief, the manager informs you that a single vacancy has just become available, though if you wish to stay you must promise not to attempt to enter Room 13. The hour is late so you happily agree to this strange request.
As you settle in for the night, you think you hear the distance sound of a woman calling for help. You attempt to leave your room but find it locked shut.
Can you escape your room and discover the location of the mystery voice?
Whatever you do, do not enter Room 13!
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The following bus routes stop close to Clifton Moor Centre: 6 bus, 10 min walk; 40 bus, 7 min walk.
Our nearest stations are: York train station, Poppleton, Hammerton
There is free on-site parking at Tenpin York, no time limit.
Paid Parking
Wifi
Wardrobe
AI Overview
AIPlayers consistently praise the large, multi-room layout and immersive set. Puzzles are well signposted with a few lateral twists, and there’s a lot to do, especially for teams of two. Several note that the gamemaster occasionally enters the room to give hints, which can break immersion and slow the pace. Overall tone is positive, with most rating it highly despite that quibble.
WeaknessesThe gamemaster stepping into the room for hints disrupts flow for some and dents immersion. Duos may feel rushed due to the volume of content.
StrengthsStrong aesthetics and a well-built, story-led environment with plenty of puzzles to tackle. Good signposting means the logic usually feels fair. Staff get shout-outs for being on point.
SecurityNo specific safety issues mentioned in reviews. GM oversight is clear, with staff ready to step in if needed.
Level of fearCreepy hotel theme with an eerie backstory, but no reports of heavy scares. Feels suitable for most groups comfortable with a mildly spooky vibe.
Actors' gameStaff presence is active; one reviewer praised Michael as a spot-on room guard. Interaction can include the GM entering to offer advice, which some don’t love.
Quality of riddlesPlenty of variety with clear logic and a few outside-the-box moments. Signposting is decent, so solutions feel earned rather than random. Expect a high puzzle count and steady pace.
PlotYou’re stranded at a faded hotel with a strict warning about Room 13, then locked in as a distant voice calls for help. The goal is to escape your room and track down the source of the plea without tempting fate.
Difficulty levelContent-dense and time-pressured, especially tough but doable for two experienced players. Best balance likely with a medium-sized team that can split tasks.
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