Escape Hunt Bristol offers an immersive escape room experience in the heart of Bristol. Visitors can engage in thrilling adventures where they solve puzzles and uncover clues to complete challenges within a set time. The attraction features themed rooms designed to provide unique narratives and experiences, catering to individuals, families, and groups. It emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity, making it a popular choice for both tourists and locals seeking fun and engaging activities.
What each source says
- Google Places 4.9 4,013
- Tripadvisor 5.0 1,828
Bar length is review volume, so you can see how much weight sits behind each score. Captured 2026-08-25.
What visitors single out
Liked
- Convenient Location and Facilities Located in Cabot Circus, the venue is easy to find and has good facilities, including storage for bags, a bar, and games to play while waiting. This adds to the convenience and enjoyment of the visit.
- Enthusiastic and Helpful Game Masters The staff are consistently praised for being friendly, welcoming, and enthusiastic. They provide helpful clues without giving too much away, enhancing the overall experience.
- Flexible Assistance The staff offer unlimited clues and adapt their support to the players' needs, ensuring success. They balance assistance with independence, making the game challenging but achievable.
- Fun for All Ages and Groups Escape Hunt Bristol is suitable for families, couples, friends, and team-building activities. There are a variety of rooms to suit different preferences and skill levels, ensuring an enjoyable time for everyone.
- Immersive and Well-Designed Rooms The escape rooms are noted for their high-quality props, intricate puzzles, and immersive themes. The attention to detail makes the experience engaging for a variety of ages and skill levels.
Criticised
- Booking Problems One reviewer had a technical problem with their booking.
- Can Be Challenging The escape rooms are known to be challenging, especially the 'Our Finest Hour' room, potentially needing three people on the team because it is tricky if two people think the same way.
- Fiddly Locks Some reviewers mentioned that a couple of the locks were fiddly, which detracted slightly from the experience.
- Key Loss Issues One reviewer mentioned losing a key during their experience and being 'forced' to give a parrot impression to get past a block.
- Minor Maintenance Issues Occasional minor maintenance issues, such as drawers requiring repair, may arise, though staff are typically quick to address them.
The longer read
Escape Hunt Bristol garners consistently positive reviews, with many highlighting the exceptional staff and immersive escape room experiences. Multiple reviewers specifically praise the friendliness, enthusiasm, and helpfulness of the game hosts, including Amy, Bella, Cú, Elle, Eloise, Ethan, Hannah, Issy, Izzy, Kira, Poppy, Rowan, Ross, Sami, Spencer, Teo, and Zoe, who are repeatedly described as going above and beyond to ensure a memorable and enjoyable visit. Many reviewers specifically mentioned that the hosts provided clues at the right moments to guide their group. Several reviewers mentioned specific hosts by name multiple times, indicating they were very impressed. The staff are frequently mentioned for their ability to create a welcoming and fun atmosphere, catering to both first-time escape room enthusiasts and experienced players. Some reviewers specifically mentioned the staff's ability to work with children and teenagers, making it an ideal family destination. One reviewer specifically called out staff's kindness when assisting students with autism, and their patience.
The quality of the escape rooms themselves is another recurring theme, with praise directed towards the intricate puzzles, immersive theming, and overall level of challenge. The "Our Finest Hour", "Blackbeard's Treasure", "Fourth Samurai", and "Worlds Collide" rooms are repeatedly mentioned as highlights. Reviewers appreciate the variety of puzzles and the opportunity for teamwork and problem-solving. The attention to detail in the room design and props is also noted, enhancing the overall immersive experience. The difficulty level of the rooms is well-received, offering a balance that is challenging but not insurmountable, even for novice players. Many reviewers reported successfully escaping with only seconds to spare, showing how close they were to failing, adding to the excitement. Some reviewers mentioned minor issues with the locks in some rooms. Repeat customers are common, with many expressing intentions to return and try other escape rooms.
Several reviewers highlighted the convenience of the location within Cabot Circus, making it easily accessible and a convenient activity to combine with other attractions in Bristol. The availability of facilities such as a bar, games to play while waiting, and secure storage for belongings also contribute to a positive customer experience. Some reviewers noted special occasions being celebrated such as Birthdays.
A synthesis of published third-party reviews. Not written by Breaks.
Getting there
- Phone
- +44 117 927 2222
- Website
- escapehunt.com/uk/bristol/?utm_campaign=&utm_source=GMB&utm_medium=search
| Mon | 10:00 - 22:00 |
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| Tue | 10:00 - 22:00 |
| Wed | 10:00 - 22:00 |
| Thu | 10:00 - 22:00 |
| Fri | 10:00 - 22:00 |
| Sat | 10:00 - 22:00 |
| Sun | 10:00 - 22:00 |
Against the neighbourhood
Rated 4.9 against a median of 4.5 across the 7 venues we hold for City Centre, where the most-reviewed is Belfast City Hall.
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