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ClaraG
15 escape rooms
We did this with a group of 10 people. It was a bit crowded but still nice. The room was interesting and immersive. Cool design.
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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?
- 3-9
- 60 mins
- Expert
- Not scary
All ratings (71)
Mostly positive
- Gameplay
- Mostly positive
- Atmosphere
- Very positive
- Customer service
- Very positive
Reviews
Jun 24, 2025
Corina
100 escape rooms
8/10
Gameplay
Atmosphere
Customer service
Particularly interesting or different
Yes
Story
Difficulty
Hard
Game tech
High tech
Scary
Not scary
Was anything broken?
No
Live actors
No
Physically active
Not at all
Easy to find location
Yes
Parking
Limited
paddmon
93 escape rooms
Review: The Hotel Lift at Paniq Room, The Rocks We recently had the pleasure of attempting The Hotel Lift escape room at Paniq Room in The Rocks, and it was an unforgettable experience. The late-night 10 PM session was a fantastic option, making it perfect for a post-dinner adventure—something not many escape rooms in Sydney offer. Our game master, Jhon, was exceptional. Despite the late hour, he was full of energy and thoroughly invested in the storyline, which really enhanced the immersion. His enthusiasm and clear instructions set the tone for the challenging experience ahead. Billed as the hardest room at Paniq Room, The Hotel Lift lives up to its reputation. The puzzles were intricate, creative, and varied, requiring strong teamwork and attention to detail. One unique aspect of the room was the separation mechanic, which had us split into different areas for almost half the time. While this added an exciting layer of complexity, it could be a challenge for groups with uneven skill levels, as teamwork across the divide is critical. We did find one or two puzzles to be a bit vague, and for me it’s hard to imagine solving them without hints from the game master. That said, the overall quality of the room and its design more than made up for these minor issues. The set was immersive, the tasks were diverse, and the challenge level was perfect for experienced players. Overall, The Hotel Lift stands out as one of the best escape rooms in Sydney. With its high-quality puzzles, engaging storyline, and well-designed mechanics, it’s a must-try for escape room enthusiasts looking for a memorable and challenging experience.
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Easy to find location
Yes
PuzzlePandas
159 escape rooms
Nice immersive setup - just like a hotel lobby and lift. Puzzles were somewhat challenging for two and we enjoyed the experience.
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Not scary
BokChoyWithSoy
70 escape rooms
I was the one person trapped inside of the elevator, puzzles made sense and flow made sense. Was supposed to communicate with other team using a rotary phone but it was broken when we went.
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