Haunted Hotel Season 2 has earned a strong endorsement from Mama’s Geeky. In a review published October 9, 2026, critic Tessa Smith rates the new season 9 out of 10 and says it is “just as good as the first season.” Her take highlights the series’ mix of offbeat laughs, eerie moments, deeper mythology, and the warm family dynamic that keeps the supernatural chaos grounded.
This article summarizes the review in our own words. The score and opinions belong to Tessa Smith’s original Mama’s Geeky review; they are not an official Netflix rating.
What score did Mama’s Geeky give Haunted Hotel Season 2?
Mama’s Geeky score: 9/10. Smith’s review says Season 2 keeps the comedy and entertainment of the debut while adding more scares and mythology. Rather than simply repeating Season 1, the new episodes expand the world and add a permanent character who changes the hotel’s family dynamic.
Season 2 premiered on Netflix on October 9, 2026. Netflix’s official Media Center listing confirms the release date.
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Why Tessa Smith says Season 2 works
One of Smith’s main points is that the season builds on the first run instead of trying to recreate it beat for beat. New lore adds context to the Undervale Hotel, while the returning cast keeps the show’s mix of macabre jokes and heartfelt family moments intact. The review also singles out Abaddon as a standout character, noting that his sharp one-liners remain a major part of the show’s appeal.
That combination is the key to Haunted Hotel: the monsters and scares are funny, but the characters’ relationships give the stories a reason to matter. The horror references are part of the fun rather than a substitute for character work.
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A parent-and-child watch—with a horror caveat
Smith also describes the series as a bonding experience with her daughter. The show’s scares are, in her view, strong enough to be fun without becoming overwhelmingly frightening, while the jokes and classic-horror references give fans plenty to notice together. That is a personal viewing experience, not a guarantee that every child will find the series suitable.
Important: Haunted Hotel is an adult animated comedy and is rated TV-MA. Parents should check Netflix’s maturity guidance and consider their own child’s age and sensitivity before watching together. The review’s positive parent-child anecdote should not be read as an all-ages recommendation.
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What did the review say about the shorter season?
Smith’s review is enthusiastic, but it does include one clear reservation: Season 2 has eight episodes, compared with Season 1’s ten. She says she wished there had been another episode or two to give the story more room, especially around the finale’s mythology reveals. The final episode adds meaningful information about Nathan’s life before he became a ghost, but the review suggests a little more setup could have helped the ending land even better.
That is a useful distinction: a 9/10 score does not mean the season is flawless. The review’s overall verdict is that the jokes, scares, lore, and emotional center outweigh the frustration of wanting more episodes.
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How does Mama’s Geeky’s score compare with other reviews?
Mama’s Geeky’s 9/10 is one critic’s enthusiastic response, not a consensus score. Other outlets have also responded positively, but their scores and specific criticisms differ. For example, But Why Tho? rated the season 8.5/10 and praised its blend of comedy and character depth, while noting that new character Shayna becomes less prominent later in the season. Bubbleblabber gave it 8/10.
So the takeaway is not that every critic agrees on a 9/10. It is that several early reviews see Season 2 as a worthwhile return, while differing on pacing, character use, and how much story the shorter episode count leaves on the table.
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Join the Season 2 conversation
Fans are discussing all eight episodes in the Haunted Hotel subreddit. Read the community thread for viewer reactions and episode-by-episode conversation. Comments are fan opinions and may contain spoilers.
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Frequently asked questions
What rating did Mama’s Geeky give Haunted Hotel Season 2?
Tessa Smith gave Season 2 a 9/10 in her October 9, 2026 review for Mama’s Geeky.
Did Mama’s Geeky say Season 2 is as good as Season 1?
Yes. Smith’s overall verdict is that Season 2 is just as good as the first season, with more scares and additional mythology.
Is Haunted Hotel suitable for kids?
The series is rated TV-MA, so families should check the maturity rating and decide based on their own child. The critic’s personal experience watching with her daughter is not a universal age recommendation.
How many episodes are in Season 2?
Season 2 has eight episodes. Smith enjoyed the season but wished there had been one or two more.
Where can I read the original review?
Read Mama’s Geeky’s original review by Tessa Smith.
Final verdict
Mama’s Geeky’s 9/10 makes a clear case for checking back into the Undervale: the second season keeps the show’s oddball humor, gives fans more supernatural lore, and preserves the family heart beneath the scares. The shorter season is the main caveat, and parents should keep the TV-MA rating in mind. For the full reasoning behind the score, visit the original review linked throughout this article.
By Shivam Das. Image credits: Netflix / What’s on Netflix promotional stills. Original review and rating credited to Mama’s Geeky and Tessa Smith. This article is an independent summary and is not affiliated with Netflix or Mama’s Geeky.
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