: During an attempt to contact the spirit of serial killer Jack Unterweger, a spirit box response clearly said “Your mom” twice—a moment described as both bizarre and oddly fitting for a killer known for mocking authority.
The special (S22E0), which launched on Discovery+, is often cited by fans as one of the show’s most intense and scariest episodes due to the hotel's dark history of serial killers and unexplained deaths . Key Highlights & "Skeptic" Perspectives
: Zak Bagans reported a terrifying moment in Unterweger's room where a manual water faucet—which requires a physical twist—turned on by itself while he was alone. Fan & Critic Reception
: Fans praised the two-hour runtime and "excellent editing," noting that the hotel’s atmosphere alone makes it worth watching.
: Some critics and viewers felt the episode exploited the tragedy of Elisa Lam, arguing it was disrespectful to her memory for the sake of ratings.
The episode received a polarized response from the community on platforms like IMDb and Letterboxd :
A Skeptic's Review of Ghost Adventures: Cecil Hotel