Living in a Blumhouse Movie at The Stanley Hotel: A Terrifying Experience

The Stanley Hotel, famously known as the inspiration behind the eerie Overlook Hotel in "The Shining," holds a chilling secret beyond its ghostly reputation. The hotel’s original owner, Freelan Stanley, ingeniously constructed the building on a mountain with a floating foundation that adjusts to the mountain’s movements using wooden wedges. This unsettling architectural detail adds an extra layer of spookiness to the already haunted atmosphere of the hotel.

While room 217, a significant location in "The Shining," remains a popular choice for guests, it’s the 1997 miniseries adaptation of Stephen King’s novel that has left a lasting impact on The Stanley Hotel. King himself made design changes to the hotel, including green wallpaper and faux wood-painted pillars, to align it more closely with his vision from the book. The presence of croquet mallets, a hedge maze, and film memorabilia further solidify the hotel’s connection to the iconic story.

Recently, The Stanley Hotel hosted a Blumhouse-themed immersive experience in collaboration with Peacock for the series "Teacup," marking a significant partnership between the horror production company and the hotel. Guests were treated to a selection of immersive experiences inspired by Blumhouse films like "Happy Death Day," "Freaky," "The Purge," and "Insidious," each offering varying levels of terror.

The event transformed The Stanley Lodge into a chilling setting where conci-scare-ges named Avery welcomed guests into a world of horror. The lodge featured a Blumhouse-themed bar serving cocktails inspired by the films, while the adjacent hospitality lounge paid homage to the "Teacup" series with eerie decor.

The goal of the immersive experiences was to provide a more substantial and immersive horror experience beyond traditional haunted houses. Carefully selected films from Blumhouse’s repertoire were chosen based on their iconic elements and ability to deliver both terror and entertainment to guests.

One of the highlights of the event was the attention to detail, with themed rooms and interactions that blurred the lines between reality and fiction. The immersive nature of the experiences, coupled with the hotel’s own haunted history, created a truly spine-tingling atmosphere for participants.

For those brave enough to step into the world of Blumhouse horrors at The Stanley Hotel, the line between fantasy and reality may blur, leaving a lasting impression long after the experience ends. As guests immerse themselves in the worlds of their favorite horror films, the hotel’s eerie ambiance and mysterious past add an extra layer of dread to the unforgettable Overnightmare experience.