Escape room 12+

The Hotel Lift

3 - 9 people60 minutesDifficult

Trapped in a 1940s hotel as fire rages, half your team is stuck in the lift! Can you get the power back on and unlock the sealed lobby doors before the flames descend? It's a race against time, and every decision could mean life or death. Can you escape the inferno?

Large groupsFor prosWith children

Company Paniq Room Sydney

Difficult

Not scary

Without actorsActors

EnglishGame language

About the escape room

You are in a 1940’s hotel with your friends. The bellboy isn’t in today, so you’ll have to carry your own bags. But the lift only fits a few. A few of you get into the lift while the others wait outside. Suddenly, a fire breaks out in the hotel, trapping half your team in the lift! Your teammates outside will have get the lift working if you want to escape. But even if you get the power on and the lift working, it won’t be that easy. All the doors in the lobby are locked and there’s no way out. Can you find a way to open the door before the fire reaches the lower floors?

Brief assessment

Navigator AI

A stylish 1940s hotel caper with a split-elevator twist that makes teamwork the star. Go for the lush period set and clever tech; stay for the rush when both sides sync and the lift finally moves.

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4.9

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Location

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Wifi

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AI Overview

AIPlayers consistently praise the immersive lobby-and-lift set and a mix of tech-driven and classic lock puzzles. The room separates teams for a noticeable stretch, which some love for the added coordination and others dislike because you miss puzzles on the other side. Difficulty trends high but fair, with many groups finishing in time thanks to responsive game masters. A few guests note vague steps, occasional flow bumps, and one report of a broken communication prop.

WeaknessesSeparation can run long enough that some players feel they missed half the room. A couple of puzzles read unclear or were accidentally bypassed, and large parties reported crowding. One visit had a faulty rotary phone that dulled the cross-room talk.

StrengthsAtmosphere is on point with a convincing 1940s hotel vibe and strong immersion. The split-team mechanic adds fresh tension and meaningful communication. Hosts are upbeat and helpful, keeping momentum without over-hinting.

SecurityGuests mention clear briefings and attentive oversight throughout. No safety concerns were raised; one communication device was reported out of order on a visit but staff adapted.

Level of fearThis is more tense than scary, driven by a fire-on-the-loose storyline rather than horror. Suitable for teens and adults comfortable with time pressure.

Actors' gameGame masters earn kudos for energy, clear guidance, and story buy-in that heightens immersion. Interaction is supportive and timely, with hints that nudge rather than hand-hold.

Quality of riddlesThe lineup is varied and inventive, mixing tech triggers and padlocks with solid logic. Most steps feel fair, though a few moments can be opaque without a hint. Cross-room communication is a genuine mechanic, not a gimmick, and elevates the challenge.

PlotHalf the team is trapped in a 1940s lift while the others scramble in the lobby to restore power and open a way out before the fire spreads. The stakes rise naturally as both sides coordinate under pressure.

Difficulty levelPositioned as one of the venue’s tougher rooms, it best suits experienced teams or confident groups that communicate well. Duos and uneven skill mixes may find the split section especially demanding without hints.