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CairoScene
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
This Escape Hotel in Saudi Turns Your Stay Into a Survival Game
This Escape Hotel in Saudi Turns Your Stay Into a Survival Game Explore spellbinding escape rooms—from cursed tombs to jungle chaos—at the Escape Hotel. Found in Jeddah and Riyadh, it's a full-day plunge into puzzles, pressure, and team dynamics. Of all the ways to spend a night off in Riyadh or Jeddah, choosing to get locked in a room on purpose might sound…questionable. But at The Escape Hotel, that's quite literally the check-in process. Just you, your crew, and an ominous voice announcing you've got 60 minutes to make it out alive—or at least in one piece. Spread across both Saudi cities, The Escape Hotel isn't your typical stay. It's a story-driven experience where each room is its own immersive, cinematic world—designed to drop you headfirst into the chaos of a live-action thriller. You might find yourself in a Harry Potter-style wizarding chamber, chanting spells and decoding dusty scrolls. Or in a mummy's tomb, where ancient relics whisper secrets and the walls seem to breathe with curses. Prefer the high seas? There's a whole pirate dungeon, lit by flickering lanterns and littered with cryptic maps and creaky surprises. There's also the Jumanji room—a wild jungle adventure with hanging vines, secret compartments, and a countdown that drones like a war drum. And for the brave (or just recklessly curious), the Zombie Room throws you straight into full survival mode—with live performers, unsettling soundscapes, and jump scares that test your reflexes and your friendships. Regardless of which disturbing 'room' you check into, once that door shuts behind you, there's no turning back. Not until every riddle is solved, every code cracked, and every dramatic twist faced head-on. The brain behind the mayhem is Alanoud Alsheikh, who brought The Escape Hotel to life in 2017—before Saudi's entertainment scene really exploded. 'I wanted to create an immersive, cinematic experience that goes beyond the usual escape room,' Alsheikh, CEO of The Escape Hotel, shares with SceneTraveller. 'We even added live actors to make guests feel like they're part of a real, unfolding story.' In fact, the team's commitment to realism sometimes raises eyebrows. 'We once had props held at customs for months because they looked like they belonged to some kind of forbidden temple,' Alsheikh recalls, laughing. 'That says it all.' The crowd? A wonderfully chaotic mix: teenagers, parents, tourists, couples, corporate teams—basically anyone with a tolerance for suspense and a friend group to test it on. Each game is private (thankfully), with a two-player minimum. So it's just you and your handpicked team—your ride-or-die, or your ride-or-let's-watch-them-panic. Inside, there's yelling, laughter, drama, high-stakes decoding, and the occasional existential crisis. You find out very quickly who crumbles, who leads, and who's just here for the vibes. Rules are strict: no phones, no food, no stilettos, and definitely no breaking stuff—even if the mummy room is really testing your patience. Abide by the playbook, and the reward is watching your team gradually crack something together—then scream in celebration when the final lock clicks open. It's the kind of experience that sticks with you. Between the logic puzzles, the adrenaline, and the high-pressure teamwork, you leave not just with memories, but a sharper sense of how your friends and family operate under pressure—for better or worse. So if you find yourself in Riyadh or Jeddah and want a stay that trades room service for riddles and bellhops for jump scares, Escape Hotel might just leave you wide-eyed, adrenaline-pumped, and wondering if you ever really knew your travel companions at all. Call it a stay. Call it survival. Either way, checking out has never felt so earned.
Arab News
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Review: The Escape Hotel in Riyadh
RIYADH: Are you in search of an exciting break from your routine with friends or family? Look no further than the Escape Hotel, with locations in Riyadh and Jeddah, which is an experience that will leave you buzzing long after the visit is over. The experience is an escape game where teams work together to solve riddles and puzzles, using clues to escape a themed room. Each room has a specific storyline and challenges, and the goal is to complete the objectives and escape before the timer runs out. The venue feels like something straight out of a horror movie, immersing you in a chilling atmosphere that will keep your heart racing. Upon arrival, participants must sign waivers and leave their phones in a locker to enter one of the spine-tingling rooms. The adrenaline rush is unparalleled, especially when faced with jump-scares like a zombie suddenly charging at you while you try to solve the room's mysteries. It's an intense blend of thrill and fun. The Escape Hotel has a variety of themed rooms, each designed to challenge and excite. Options include the Zombie Suite, the Maintenance Room, the Elevator, the Jumanji Room, the Harry Potter Room, and the Pirate's Dungeon. Each room presents puzzles and scenarios that require teamwork and quick thinking. My friends and I tried the Jumanji Room, which was an absolute blast even as it leans more toward adventure than horror. I also tackled the Zombie Room, which was a heart-pounding experience filled with challenging puzzles. We found ourselves screaming and laughing as we navigated the intricacies of the room. The design included hidden spaces that required us to bend, kneel, and crawl through tunnels, adding to the immersive experience. The emphasis on teamwork is vital and you quickly realize how collaboration is key to winning. They have locations in Jeddah and Riyadh. Overall, the Escape Hotel is a fantastic way to break the monotony of a typical night out.
Arab News
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Review: The Escape Hotel
Are you in search of an exciting break from your routine with friends or family? Look no further than the Escape Hotel, an experience that will leave you buzzing long after the visit is over. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ The experience is an escape game where teams work together to solve riddles and puzzles, using clues to escape a themed room. Each room has a specific storyline and challenges, and the goal is to complete the objectives and escape before the timer runs out. The venue feels like something straight out of a horror movie, immersing you in a chilling atmosphere that will keep your heart racing. Upon arrival, participants must sign waivers and leave their phones in a locker to enter one of the spine-tingling rooms. The adrenaline rush is unparalleled, especially when faced with jump-scares like a zombie suddenly charging at you while you try to solve the room's mysteries. It's an intense blend of thrill and fun. The Escape Hotel has a variety of themed rooms, each designed to challenge and excite. Options include the Zombie Suite, the Maintenance Room, the Elevator, the Jumanji Room, the Harry Potter Room, and the Pirate's Dungeon. Each room presents puzzles and scenarios that require teamwork and quick thinking. My friends and I tried the Jumanji Room, which was an absolute blast even as it leans more toward adventure than horror. I also tackled the Zombie Room, which was a heart-pounding experience filled with challenging puzzles. We found ourselves screaming and laughing as we navigated the intricacies of the room. The design included hidden spaces that required us to bend, kneel, and crawl through tunnels, adding to the immersive experience. The emphasis on teamwork is vital and you quickly realize how collaboration is key to winning. They have locations in Jeddah and Riyadh. Overall, the Escape Hotel is a fantastic way to break the monotony of a typical night out.
