A Haunted Escape Room
Ghosted
Check into the Phoenix Hotel, est. 1848, and uncover what never checked out.
- 60 minGame time
- 2–6Players
- $52Per person
- 7/10Difficulty
Historic Downtown McKinney, Texas
Escape Rooms in McKinney, TX
Two immersive worlds. Sixty minutes. One question: can your team solve it before time runs out?
- 60-minute games
- Teams of 2–6
- $52 per person
Choose Your Mystery
Our Escape Rooms
Every room at The Cipher is a fully built set with its own story, pacing, and puzzles, so it feels like stepping into another world rather than a room full of locks.
A Sci-Fi Escape Room
Airlock
Your mission begins beyond the airlock. Work together before time runs out.
- 60 minGame time
- 2–6Players
- $52Per person
- 8/10Difficulty
Escape Rooms at The Cipher
One Door. Two Escapes.
Behind one door in Downtown McKinney are two completely different worlds. Check into the Phoenix Hotel, where some guests never checked out, or suit up for a mission that begins beyond the airlock.
Both rooms run 60 minutes for teams of 2–6. Play one tonight and save the other for your rematch.
Why The Cipher
Not Just Puzzles in a Room
Our escape rooms are environments with atmosphere, story, pacing, and discovery, designed to make your group feel like part of the experience. Hidden details and layered spaces reward curiosity, and every game is run by a game master who briefs your team and keeps the story moving.
We're steps from the square in Historic Downtown McKinney, a short drive from Allen, Frisco, Plano, Prosper, and the rest of Collin County, so it's easy to turn your game into a full night out downtown.
- Story-driven roomsA haunted 1848 hotel and a sci-fi research mission, each with its own world to explore.
- Built for groupsFriends, families, date nights, coworkers, and celebrations of 2–6 per room.
- Drinks before or afterThe Cipher Lounge is right here for cocktails, wine, and shareable plates.
- Downtown McKinneyAt 101 S Chestnut St, with nearby public parking.
How It Works
Your Escape, Step by Step
- Book onlineChoose Ghosted or Airlock, your date, time, and team size.
- Arrive 15 minutes earlyCheck in, complete your waiver, and get your briefing.
- Play for 60 minutesSearch, solve, and work together before the clock runs out.
- CelebrateToast the escape, or the near-miss, in the lounge.
Make a Night of It
Escape + Sip
$45 add-on · up to $55 in food & drink credit
Add Escape + Sip when you book and enjoy cocktails, wine, and shareable plates at The Cipher Lounge before or after your game. Celebrate the win, or plot your rematch.
Corporate · Office Outings
Team Building Escape Rooms
Communication, problem-solving, and teamwork happen naturally inside an escape room. Up to 12 people play at once across our two rooms. Bigger groups rotate in teams while the lounge, which hosts up to 90, keeps everyone together.
Plan a team eventBirthdays · Bachelor & Bachelorette · Friends
Escape Room Parties
Start with a mystery and end with a toast. Book one room or both for your celebration, and keep the night going with drinks and shareable plates.
Plan a partyGood to Know
Escape Room FAQ
How long is an escape room game?
Every game is 60 minutes. Plan on arriving 15 minutes early for check-in, waivers, safety instructions, and your briefing, so set aside about 75 to 90 minutes in total.
How many players can play?
Both Ghosted and Airlock are built for teams of 2 to 6 players.
How much does an escape room cost?
Ghosted and Airlock are $52 per person. Escape + Sip can be added for $45 during booking.
Which room should we choose?
Ghosted is a haunted hotel mystery rated 7 out of 10 for difficulty, and a great first room. Airlock is a sci-fi mission rated 8 out of 10, our most challenging room. Many groups come back to play both.
When should we arrive?
All members of your party should arrive at least 15 minutes before your game time. Arriving 10 minutes or more after your scheduled start may mean forfeiting the experience without a refund, because late arrivals can't push back the next group.
Ready to Enter?
Pick your room, choose a time, and reserve your escape in Historic Downtown McKinney.
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