Salem: Vampire Escape Room Game for Private Groups

Summary

Salem escape room adventure solve a vampire’s curse together

You’ll step into Salem’s shadowy past as your private group unravels clues and solves puzzles to help a cursed vampire reclaim his coffin. Expect laughter, surprises, and moments where everyone gets swept up in the story. With no strangers in your room and a friendly host guiding you, it’s less about winning fast and more about living out your own little piece of Salem legend.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the heavy wooden door—felt almost too real for an escape room in Palm Springs. There was this faint scent of old books and something herbal, maybe fake but convincing enough to make you forget it was just a game. Our group shuffled in, joking nervously, until our host (I think her name was Jamie?) gave us the backstory: Salem, 1690s, love gone wrong, magic spells, and now a vampire who can’t open his own coffin. She had this way of telling it that made me forget we were supposed to be solving puzzles and not just listening to gossip from three centuries ago.

We started poking around—candles, cryptic letters, even a creaky chest that made my friend jump (I laughed too loud). The clues weren’t obvious but didn’t feel unfair either; someone kept muttering about “witch logic” under their breath. At one point I tried reading some Latin phrase out loud—totally butchered it—and Jamie grinned from behind the desk. The lighting was dim but cozy; honestly, I lost track of time because we were arguing over which clue went where and who got to open the next lock. It felt like being inside a story instead of just playing a game.

I didn’t expect how much we’d get sucked into the whole drama between the witch and her unlucky fiancé. There was this moment near the end—no spoilers—where we all went quiet for a second before bursting out laughing at how close we’d come to missing something right in front of us. We escaped with minutes to spare (barely), hearts pounding and still arguing about which one of us would’ve survived Salem in real life. On the way out, someone mentioned booking another scenario next month. I still think about that last puzzle sometimes—you know when something just sticks with you?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Escape room game in Palm Springs

• Arrive at Escape Room Palm Springs
• Learn story of vampire and witch
• Form team for private game
• Play Vampire's Lair escape room
• Uncover secrets and reclaim coffin
• Use party room and catering if desired

Top questions

Is this escape room private or shared with other groups?

All games are private for your group only—no strangers join.

How many people can play at once?

Up to 65 people can play across different rooms at once.

Is the Vampire's Lair Escape Room suitable for kids?

Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible including transportation options.

Are service animals allowed inside?

Yes, service animals are permitted during your game.

What should I wear for the escape room?

Dress comfortably and wear closed-toe shoes as recommended.

Can infants or small children join?

Infants and small children can join if they’re in a stroller or carrier.

Is there public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the venue.

What’s included

Your experience includes exclusive access to a private escape room game for your group only—no strangers will join you. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible, allows service animals, welcomes families with strollers or carriers for young kids, and is conveniently located near public transport options so getting there is easy no matter your group’s needs.