Tucked away on the westside outskirts of Metro Detroit, Michigan, lives one of the area’s must-see haunts: Hush Haunted Attraction. With Hush’s three attractions, Hotel Descent, Eternal Rest Cemetery, and Rosecliff Hall, there is no shortage of scares.
To add to the overall experience, deep within the halls of Hotel Descent and tombed in Eternal Rest Cemetery lay two of Hush’s most exciting secrets: two speakeasy bars that go by the names The Excavators Den and Franky’s Freaky Fun Shack. Each attraction has its own terrifying twist, and there is plenty of spooky fun to be had throughout. Remember to keep an eye out for Hush’s prominent resident, the Scion. He is lurking in the shadows and is always watching.
Upon arrival, we were immediately greeted by numerous actors in the queue, eager to interact with us. They were full of energy and ready to entertain. Each queue actor understood the assignment and fully immersed themselves in their character. Our favorite was Frankenstein’s Monster’s Bride. She was funny, charismatic, never broke character, and was a blast to be around.
Cast members we encountered inside the haunt kept that high energy and fast pace as we weaved our way through the attraction. With minimal dead zones and a wide variety of well-rounded characters, it made for an enjoyable haunt experience. We never heard the clichés “get out” or “what are you doing here,” and each actor did a great job bringing life to their scenes.
In the queue, each line actor’s costume was complete, head to toe, ensuring that no detail was missed. Frankenstein’s Monster’s Bride was elegant and beautiful, as was the mayor, while Frankenstein’s Monster and the Mad Scientist were creepy and haggard. We later found out that Hush has an in-house sculptor and mask maker, who was responsible for creating the unique Frankenstein’s mask, as well as the masks of Hush’s staple characters, the Scions of Flesh.
Within the main attractions, each creature or monster breathed life into its area, complementing and completing each scene. Many stood out to us like the decaying undead that rose from the tombs in the cemetery and the hotel’s bellhop that started us on our journey. We could go on and on, but one thing is for sure: each monster we encountered was designed and executed very well. With little to no unfinished costumes, you can tell that costuming is something Hush prides itself on.
Hush has a large sign next to the road, and being just 7 minutes off I-275, it made finding the attraction really easy. They also have a large searchlight on the roof, which serves as a beacon of terror if you’re in the area. The parking lot was well-lit and had no hazards that we could see. Traffic was well directed by a few parking lot attendants, who made entry and exit easy and fast.
Upon arrival, security checked us with walk-through metal detectors to ensure safety was a priority. The customer service at Hush is top-notch; they greeted us with smiles and were happy to help in any way they could. The website provided us with all the necessary information to book a visit easily. From ticket prices, location, dates, and times to frequently asked questions, the website is highly user-friendly, allowing users to access any information quickly and easily. One thing we appreciated was that this haunt is wheelchair accessible, which is something we don’t often see.
Although there are three attractions within the haunt, Hush has reimagined their haunt. For the first time, all three attractions are united by a single continuous storyline. Rue De Lombre is Hush’s queue scare zone. A Mardi Gras-themed street where monsters roam about: overall, the inside queue area is a fun experience. While waiting in line, each queue actor was a key character from a haunt, giving us a glimpse of what was to come.
Once exiting the streets of Rue De Lombre, you enter the Lobby of Hotel Descent, where the hotel’s bellhop greets you, and you are sent into the depths below. After making our way back to the surface, we encountered zombies in Eternal Rest Cemetery before stumbling into The Rosecliff Hall. Unfortunately, a significant factor that we couldn’t get past was being able to see above the haunt. Seeing the ceiling rafters and large ceiling fans detracted from the immersion, as did the lack of a soundtrack. The sounds of animatronics and screams from other parts of the haunt were easily audible.
While 2025 brings the first time Hush has a blanket storyline, it was sometimes hard to follow. Instead of three separate attractions with a single storyline, it felt like one continuous haunt. Hush’s signature character, the Scions of Flesh, were lurking through each haunt, establishing some connection, but even with the lore based on their website, it was hard to follow.
As soon as you enter Hotel Decent, you are transported underground by an elevator cable break illusion. While it’s a fun and practical transition point, we felt it could have been executed more effectively with the addition of some monitors and air blasts. As mentioned in the immersion, there was no soundtrack within the haunt, which resulted in a lot of dead silence. Unless an actor was screaming or the animatronics’ automated sounds filled the room, the scenes were quiet. The scenes were well designed and showed great detail. One scene that stood out to us in great detail was the cemetery, as well as the Amazon area, which featured Mayan-like statues and a fantastic animatronic snake skeleton head.
While all three attractions deployed animatronics, we felt that Rosecliff Hall was where they really shone. With more animatronics than the others, they were realistic and in-your-face, delivering some great scares. The towering Frankenstein’s Monsters are one of our favorites so far this year.
Hush does not rely on many sensory effects, which may be because it is wheelchair accessible. However, that doesn’t take away from the show. Either way, it was a breath of fresh air not to see some of the same old effects that most haunts rely on. Our favorite was the moving floor; it really threw off our balance, and we both thought we were going to take a tumble. It was a simple yet highly effective trick.
21. How scary was it? (35% of score): 7.5
22. How well did they provide scares to everyone in the group? (15% of score): 5
23. How predictable were the scares? (25% of score): 6
24. How well did they provide a wide variety (types) of scares? (10% of score): 6.5
25. How strong was the ending / finale? (15% of score): 6
While most scares were fast and loud, accompanied by maniacal laughter and banter, there were also many menacing, silent scares. Monsters and creatures that taunted and followed us quietly and stealthily, waiting for the right time to strike. With just two of us in the group, the scares were provided evenly. Hush employs various disorienting tactics, including lights and sound, as well as elements like drop windows and air cannons, to deliver scares from all directions.
As we continued deeper into the haunt, we began to catch up with other groups, and the scares became more predictable. Actors were seen resetting, and the animatronics were a little early or a little late due to the conga line that formed. However, there were still some excellent tactics that gave us a good scare. The librarian hiding in the Rosecliff Hall library and the camouflaged actor in the courtyard scene are just two examples.
As for the finale, we expected more. With the high energy in Frankenstein’s laboratory – loud sounds, bright lights, actors above and below, and a great animatronic scare – this would have been the perfect high note to send visitors on their way.
There are numerous activities to enjoy during your visit to Hush. Although the bar pass is a $10 add-on, it is well worth it. The bars are well-themed and offer a fun, unique experience you won’t forget, along with delicious cocktails at each location. The $10 only gets you into the hidden bars; pass drinks are an additional cost. This year, Hush introduced some new snacks at the Voodoo Blues Bar, located on Rue De Lombre, including Hush Puppies with amazing dipping sauces and delicious Churros.
While in line, visitors are dazzled by several acts located on the stage. From a burlesque show to aerial ribbon dancing and even fire spinning, there is no shortage of entertainment. Thai is good because, depending on the night, there may be a wait of up to 90 minutes. However, don’t worry; several ticket levels are available to allow for faster entry if needed.
After the main attraction, you enter the souvenir shop where you can purchase the photo op taken at the beginning of the haunt, along with one-of-a-kind Hush swag. Hush’s in-house sculptor creates some fantastic custom sculpted wine corks and bottle openers. After the souvenir shop, you exit directly into the parking lot, where a food truck is set up to help satisfy that hunger after all those fantastic cocktails.
Depending on the night you visit, GA tickets range from $25 to $37, and on the night we visited, tickets were $33. It took about 15 minutes to complete all three attractions (excluding time spent in the bars), which gives an MPD (Minutes Per Dollar) of 0.52. While this is on the lower end of what we like to see, the entertainment provided at Rue De Lombre makes it worth the price!
37550 Cherry Hill Road, Westland, Michigan 48185
