OCALA, FL (352today.com) – For the second consecutive year, adventure seekers across Florida and beyond are giving a major vote of confidence to Huddy’s Escape.
The immersive escape room company, with locations in Gainesville and Ocala, has once again earned recognition as a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Winner for 2026—an honor reserved for the top 10 percent of attractions worldwide on Tripadvisor.
The recognition is especially meaningful because it is based entirely on authentic guest reviews submitted over a 12-month period. In other words, the award reflects real experiences from players who walked through the doors, tackled the puzzles, and left impressed enough to share glowing feedback online.
For Huddy’s Escape, the back-to-back recognition highlights what many North Central Florida residents already know: the company has become one of the region’s most talked-about attractions for families, friend groups, date nights, tourists, birthday parties, and corporate team-building events.
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award winner for 2026,” Huddy’s Escape said in its announcement. “We want to thank every guest who has visited and taken the time to leave a review, as well as our amazing team who makes these experiences possible every day.”
Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards are considered one of the travel industry’s most respected honors because they are driven by customer satisfaction rather than judges or committees. According to Tripadvisor Chief Marketing Officer Matt Dacey, businesses that receive the award have created experiences memorable enough that visitors take time to recommend them publicly.
That focus on memorable experiences is exactly what has helped Huddy’s Escape stand out in an increasingly competitive entertainment industry. Unlike simple puzzle games, the company has built a reputation for cinematic-quality escape rooms that immerse players in detailed storylines, interactive environments, and challenging missions designed to test teamwork and creativity.
Guests can expect far more than a standard night out. Each room is crafted to feel like stepping into a movie, with elaborate set designs, atmospheric lighting, sound effects, and layered puzzles that encourage groups to communicate and think outside the box.
The company’s popularity has continued to grow in both Gainesville and Ocala, drawing everyone from first-time players to dedicated escape room enthusiasts. Huddy’s Escape says it has hosted tens of thousands of players since opening, earning praise for both its game design and customer service.
Part of the appeal is that escape rooms offer something increasingly rare in today’s entertainment landscape: a fully interactive experience where phones are put away and groups work together in real time. Whether solving mysteries, uncovering secrets, or racing against the clock, players become part of the story.
Huddy’s Escape has also expanded beyond traditional entertainment by offering beer and wine service, making the experience even more appealing for adult groups looking for a unique night out.
As summer travel season ramps up and families search for activities that are fun, engaging, and memorable, Huddy’s Escape’s latest Tripadvisor recognition reinforces its position as one of North Central Florida’s premier attractions.
To learn more about available rooms, book an experience, or read guest reviews, visit Huddy’s Escape online.