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Decode Ann Arbor

Decode Ann Arbor

Decode Ann Arbor
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10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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Discover adventures for teams large and small! Our award-winning escape rooms at Decode Ann Arbor take you around the globe and to destinations beyond your wildest imagination. Bring you friends and family and join in the fun!
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • Hannah H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    best service and escape rooms!!
    We went for my son's 13th bday party - two adults and 5 13 year olds. The staff was AMAZING getting the kids hyped up and prepared. Everyone had an amazing time and absolutely loved it. We have done A LOT of escape rooms, and DECODE rooms are the best BY FAR. It is worth the price.
    My teammates and I are so glad that your son's birthday celebration was a success! We are pleased to read that you had fun, because we certainly enjoyed hosting the group! Thanks for taking the time to share your impressions with us, because we appreciate the feed back!
    Written October 19, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 17, 2023
  • Jenney H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fun, challenging and great!
    It was REALLY well done and fun!!! It was one the best I have been to so far. Everything about it was done well, the puzzles, the decorations the room set ups. I would definitely go again, you could probably do the same one 5 times and still have a different experience each time.
    We so appreciate your enthusiastic comments, and we are so glad you had fun! Thanks very much for writing! MiLo sends his thanks for your help as you circled the globe, and he says you were great traveling companions!
    Written November 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled on business
    Written November 10, 2023
  • Amy H
    Ann Arbor, Michigan1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great local teambuilding activity!!
    We recently brought a group of 30 people from a local business to Decode Ann Arbor for a team building activity and it was a great experience! Janice was quick to respond and very accommodative and helpful with our large group and she helped us identify the best game for us to play. We ended up dividing into two teams and competed to see who could be most successful in the game. Compared to other games that some team members have participated in at other escape room locations, the game that we played was very well organized, interesting, and challenging. Everyone had a great time solving the puzzles and working together. Would definitely recommend for a group of friends or as a team building activity!
    We are so glad that your team outing was a success! We had such fun hosting your energetic and clever group, so we are happy that you enjoyed yourselves too! MiLo sends his thanks for both groups' assistance as you traveled the globe, and he says congratulations on your impressive performances! We all hope your teammates and you continue to have such a successful holiday! Thanks very much for taking the time to write, because we will enjoy sharing your comments with Team Decode!
    Written December 9, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled on business
    Written December 8, 2023
  • Zosia V
    Boston, Massachusetts2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    10/10, No Notes
    We attended as a group of five and did both rooms, Around the World in 80 Days and Paradise Hotel. There were plenty of standalone puzzles to keep the whole group engaged. The rooms were very immersive and had a great combination of puzzle types. The game masters were enthusiastic and also in-theme. Overall a great experience and definitely recommended for groups regardless of skill level.
    We are so glad to hear from you since we were curious about the back-to-back games! We are so glad that you had good experiences! We appreciate your comments about what you liked, since that feedback is great guidance for us as we continue to build! And we certainly appreciate the recommendation! Thanks very much for taking the time to review Decode!
    Written December 18, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written December 17, 2023
  • Anna M
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Incredible Experience; Highly Recommend!
    My group has done quite a few escape rooms and we greatly enjoy them. We are always looking for something different that will challenge us while having a different experience. Around the World was like no room we have ever done before! The way the room was built kept us on our toes and kept us busy with a large variety of puzzles for the full hour. The host was also very kind and helpful and the room was spotlessly clean. I cannot recommend Decode Ann Arbor enough and think newbies and experienced players would have a wonderful time!
    We are so glad you enjoyed your flight around the world! Thanks for sharing your impressions of the adventure! We especially appreciate feedback from folks who have enjoy escape rooms, since your comments give us a measure of how we are doing! MiLo sends his thanks for your help along the journey, and he wishes you many more safe snd productive travels!
    Written January 19, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written January 18, 2024
  • Ivan P
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Diverse Puzzles, Excelent Customer Service
    The staff was very friendly and committed to our experience. We signed up to play Trouble in Paradise, and the puzzles had a good variety of things they tested like spatial reasoning, pattern recognition, letter/word manipulation, curiosity, etc.. While we were solving the room the building experienced a brief power outage, and because our booking was somewhat interrupted, they invited us to replay the experience free of charge. Through every step of the process, it was evident our enjoyment was at the forefront of their minds.
    Oh! That momentary power outage! What was that about! We are so glad to read that our handling of the situation worked for you, because we were hoping you'd have a good time! Thank you for returning to have uninterrupted play, and thank you for letting us know that you enjoyed the challenges! We appreciate your review and will share it with the team!
    Written February 19, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 18, 2024
  • Laura K
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Perfect for Teen Birthday Party
    My daughter and I wanted a birthday party for her where kids wouldn't be on their phones, but there would still be something fun to do. This checked that box, and then some. We had 8 kids, ages 12-14, and they had a BLAST in the "Around the World" room. Won't give any spoilers, but it was perfect for a group of around 8 kids (less than 6 would be tough), and there were smiles, giggles, and cheers all around from start to finish. Highly recommend!
    We are so pleased that you daughter had a good birthday! MiLo was quite impressed with these younger players, and he was smiling and cheering too! We especially appreciate you describing your experience, because we are always concerned that players 12 - 14 years old will not understand the challenges and will not feel successful. While we still think the experience depends on the group, we are so very happy that your young teens had a good time! Your comments about group size are helpful, and we will keep your experience in mind when we get the next call about a teen birthday party! Many thanks for writing!
    Written March 13, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written March 12, 2024
  • cunninghams888
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great time!
    The experience was very fun and the staff was very pleasant and easy to talk to. The host even showed us the answer to one of the puzzles after we were done that we couldn't solve. The escape room was pretty difficult but very fun. Would recommend to anyone for a good night out with friends and family.
    We love reading that you had a good time, and we thank you for letting us know! We appreciate that you took the time to share your impressions, especially the nice comment about the team! Thanks for writing, and thanks for the recommendation!
    Written April 2, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited March 2024
    Written April 1, 2024
  • Cynthia A
    Ann Arbor, Michigan1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Great Time Was Had!
    I had a great time at Decode Ann Arbor! It was so much fun and the staff was awesome! You can tell that they really enjoy what they have there. Will definitely go back and would highlh recommend to others if you want to go have a great time with friends and/or family!
    We love reading that you had a great time! Thanks so much letting us know! A main reason we enjoy Decode is because of guests like you who are both capable and enthusiastic! We feel fortunate to host you! Thanks for writing!
    Written April 24, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled on business
    Written April 23, 2024
  • christina h
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Escape Room Experience!
    Great family evening! Family of adults and teens—-all Enjoyed the room. Challenging and well themed. The owners/staff are the kindest people. From when I made the reservation on the phone to arriving—all warm and friendly. You can tell that the owners love their job and care about their patrons. Definitely recommend visiting!
    We are so glad that you had fun, because we had a terrific time watching your success! Hosting families like yours is why we enjoy these adventures, because families working together is such a treat to see! Thanks for taking the time to write because your feedback helps!
    Written August 11, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written August 10, 2024
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Kristen & Derek
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
We hated having to wear masks in a room of all friends and family .. feel that should definitely be the choice of the customer as no one else is exposed to the group during play. We thought the room was PACKED full of creative and challenging puzzles, although Around the World In 80 Days is NOT kidding when they require a group of 6 or more. It was CONSTANT puzzling and honestly, I think it was so involved that we struggled to enjoy our time together - I would've either liked to see puzzles that require the involvement of all group members OR puzzles that were more playful and less time consuming. Once you get the gist of the puzzle to be solved, it was really drawn out to where the entire time spent in one of the several rooms would be dedicated to accomplishing a single puzzle and little else could be explored or enjoyed. We thought the price was fair and the themes of each room were top notch. Room to be improved but overall we are very happy with our experience!
Written September 6, 2022
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Thanks for sharing your impressions which we definitely consider as we build our next adventure. MiLo agrees that the trip keeps everyone pretty busy! He appreciates your help on all those challenges as he maneuvered the hot air balloon! We are glad that you were pleased with your experience, and we thank you for taking the time to send your thoughts our way!
Written September 7, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Lexi R
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Friends
Richard/Rick was seriously amazing! We came with a large group and got stuck at a restaurant and came 20 min late and when we called he told us not to stress. We were his last group of the night and he could not have been more eager and willing to give us the best experience even though we showed up late. He even went through the puzzles we missed at the end past closing time!

The escape room itself was the most creative and wild we have done and I would highly recommended this business and location!
Written December 9, 2022
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We are so pleased that you had a good time! And thank you very much for writing about Rick! We agree that he is a wonderful teammate, so we are glad to begin the day by sending him your comments! You know, some folks are truly worth waiting for! Clearly, your group is an example of this. Both MiLo and Rick had a great time watching you travel the world!
Written December 10, 2022
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Vincenzo D
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Friends
The two decode locations (Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti) have been far and away the best rooms I've ever done. Coming from doing 20+ rooms in various states, I cannot recommend these highly enough.
The production value is so much higher quality than traditional escape rooms, and every puzzle is excellent. Absolutely give any 'decode' room a shot, and you won't be disappointed!
Written August 5, 2022
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We certainly appreciate your feedback, especially given the large number of escape games you have completed! We are so pleased that you enjoyed our adventures, snd we are glad we had the chance to host you! Of course, you've started a dispute between MiLo and Finnick about whose is a better game, but those two just like to debate! Thank you very much for adding us to your escape room roster and for sharing your impressions with us!
Written August 5, 2022
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Sarah G
KOhler, United States3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 • Family
We did Trouble in Paradise as a family of four, and it was definitely family-friendly, challenging, and a really good time. The "host" introducing our room did an outstanding job and clearly enjoys what she does. Everyone in our family enjoyed it and it was a highlight of our weekend in Ann Arbor.
Written February 8, 2023
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We're so glad you enjoyed your visit to the Paradise Hotel, because we certainly enjoyed hosting your family! We really appreciate your review, because Trouble in Paradise is our newest adventure and the feedback is quite important! Thank you for including Decode in your Ann Arbor weekend!
Written February 9, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Rook97
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021
Yet again the Decode Detroit/Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor team has masterfully created an escape room that is sophisticated, charming, challenging, and still manageable. I loved the styling of the set, and the puzzles were both fun and challenging. The owners do a wonderful job being super personable, professional, and engaging. I highly recommend this room, and their others!
Written December 6, 2021
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We are so very glad that you enjoyed yourself at Around the World in 80 Days! Thank you for your encouraging words, which we will share with the team. We are so pleased when return players provide feedback, because you help us to know if we are moving in the right direction. And we especially are pleased to hear that Captain MiLo measured up -- Minerva is a hard act to follow, and Finnick is certainly a force too! Thank you very much for taking the time to write and for playing our adventures!
Written December 7, 2021
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Joe K
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021 • Family
My family and I did the Around the World in 80 days room. I really liked the approach of trying to get a certain score instead of getting out of the room in time- you get a full hours of entertainment.

The puzzles were a cool mix of math, word puzzles, logic and clue hunting. The staff is super friendly and helpful, and the environment/rooms and themes were fun and felt the right amount of immersive. We also liked the level of challenge, there were puzzles we didn’t finish, and puzzles we got done with really fast. They also had a strong emphasis on communication and team work
Written December 26, 2021
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We are so glad to read that you enjoyed traveling Around the World, because we surely enjoy hosting engaged families! MiLo says groups like yours are such fun to fly with and they bring so many treasures back! Thanks very much for taking the time to write and sharing your impressions!
Written December 27, 2021
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mehorste
Lansing, MI1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • Family
The Decode staff are friendly and the puzzles are diverse and really well constructed. We had a good sized group and the puzzles required teamwork in very creative ways. Most escape rooms I have done have a time limit and I was motivated to complete the puzzles as quickly as possible (i.e. leaderboards for groups that finish in the least amount of time). While you generally have a full hour, often times you finish it well under. Decode still a time component, but they stage the puzzles in a way where you will need the full hour.
Written July 20, 2022
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Thanks so much for sharing your summary of the Decode adventure! Your insights are helpful, and our team appreciates your feedback as we build the next escape challenge! MiLo, of course, wants credit for the time required of the journey around the world, and we suppose he really is in charge of the timing! But we know that YOU are in charge of the banknotes! Thanks for playing and for writing!
Written July 22, 2022
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abigail I
Portland, OR6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
while back in Ann Arbor for the holidays, I arranged a visit to Decode Ann Arbor for my family. There were 10 of us ranging from almost 5 years old (one of 4 kids under age 12) to over 70 and we all had a good time. Everyone was able to help - my mom provided insight into motown music, my daughter did sudoku & my niece helped us count drawers to open in a pattern (though we might have escaped if we'd done that at adult speed - we just missed it!). I was looking for a fun interactive experience and this absolutely fit hte bill
Written January 6, 2020
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We are so glad you included us in your family activities while you were back in Ann Arbor, and we are especially glad that your group enjoyed themselves! We love reading who did what, puzzle-wise! Thank you very much for writing your descriptive review, which is a great help to us as we evolve into the next set of adventures!
Written January 7, 2020
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Garret C
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • Family
Our family of five had an amazing time in Decode Ann Arbor. Each individual puzzle and the room(s) as a whole were fun, challenging, and beautifully constructed. For people who like escape rooms, I can’t recommend this one enough!
Written July 25, 2022
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Thanks so much for writing about your adventure! We are so glad that you had a good time, and we appreciate your recommendation! MiLo sends his thanks too, and best wishes to your family!
Written July 26, 2022
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Richbern1
Mount Horeb, WI1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Family
In our party of 4, e we each found a variety of puzzles we could work on, individually and together, that allowed us to solve the room with time to spare. It was great to have pieces challenging enough for or more experienced members but accessible enough to entertain our escape room skeptic. A highly enjoyable visit to a well put together and very interesting room!
Written May 21, 2023
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We certainly appreciate your review! Thank you very much for a wonderful description of what worked for your group, because we consider information like this as we continue to build new adventures. We are so pleased that your diverse group had fun! Thanks very much for letting us know!
Written May 22, 2023
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