Murder in Margaritaland
Setting the Scene
Somewhere in the tropics between the Port of Confusion and Bay of Disarray, you’ll find that murder meets mayhem and the intrigue begins!
While most vacation at Margaritaland, an exclusive tropical resort, to get away from their troubles, for one unfortunate soul, it will mean the end of their travels altogether.
Has the lottery winner’s luck run out? Will it be the bartender who has served his last drink? Is the honeymoon over for two lovebirds before it nearly began? Or will the stars collide for one Hollywood star?!
At the resort, the guilty will mingle among the guests, and everyone will be left with the task of deciphering between the facts and falsehoods that plague this paradise in order to make a killer pay for their crime.
The night itself will be a clever concoction of chaos, crime, and cocktails in the Carribean.
We have a virtual version of this Caribbean murder mystery that can be played in an online platform!
- Be sure the “Virtual” button is selected when purchasing.
- Download an intro file for the virtual version below in the versions section.
Where to Start
- Purchase this Mystery
- Download the Printable/Digital Kit
- Print Your Kit and Start the Fun!
What’s in Our Printable / Digital Kit
- Character Sheets
Juicy secrets, wild motives, and unique roles for every guest. - Host Guide
Easy, step-by-step instructions to run the show like a pro. - Game Materials
Clues, evidence, and everything to solve the case. - Invites & Decor
Printables to build hype and set the scene. - Awards
Certificates for Best Costume, Super Sleuth & more!
How to Play this Mystery
This quick video gives you the rundown on how Night of Mystery parties work. For the nitty-gritty details, be sure to download the intro file that matches your specific mystery — it’s got everything you need to host like a pro.
Guest Breakdown
For 20-80 guests: At least 7 males, 5 females, 3 gender-neutral.
For 15-20 guests: 7-8 males, 5-6 females, 3-6 gender-neutral.
For 10-15 guests: 5-7 males, 4-5 females, 1-3 gender-neutral.
For 8-10 guests: 4-5 males, 4 females, 0-1 gender-neutral.
For 6-8 guests: 3-4 males, 3-4 females.
Download an intro for the VIRTUAL VERSION here.
** There IS NOT an 8-12 guest version at this time, only an 8-10 guest version of this Caribbean murder mystery.
* The upgrade is only able to upgrade the 15-20 guest version to the 20-80 guest version. The upgrade DOES NOT work with any other size of party.
Guest Breakdown
For 20-80 guests: at least 7 males, at least 5 females, 2 gender-neutral.
For 15-20 guests: 7-8 males, 5-6 females, 3-6 gender-neutral.
For 10-15 guests: 5-7 males, 4-5 females, 1-3 gender-neutral.
For 8-10 guests: 4-5 males, 4 females, 0-1 gender-neutral.
For 6-8 guests: 3-4 males, 3-4 females.
** This version is the same as Murder in Margaritaland, but is set on New Years Eve at the resort.
** There IS NOT an 8-12 guest version at this time, only an 8-10 guest version.
* The upgrade is only able to upgrade the 15-20 guest version to the 20-80 guest version. The upgrade DOES NOT work with any other size of party.
Coconut Joe
Owner of Margaritaland.
The owner of the resort and the man to talk to when anything goes wrong.
Coconut Jane
Wife to Coconut Joe
Jane is in charge of guest relations and will go to any extent to make sure that the guests remain happy and satisfied.
Bindy Barkeep
Bar Manager
With bar profits decreasing lately, Bindy is looking for someone to blame. Will Bindy be able to keep the bar in the black… and their job?
Jack Daniels
Bartender
Known as the Casanova of the pool bar, it is hard to say whether his philandering ways will get him promoted or in trouble.
Kylie Cocktail
Cocktail Waitress
A gold-digger at heart, her aspirations might be a little ambitious for even her to achieve.
Lifesavin’ Sam
Lifeguard
Sam is supposed to be the safeguard of the resort, however, after his recent break-up with Kylie Cocktail, his actions have been doing more harm than good.
Cabana Bob
Cabana Boy
Thurston Howard III
Millionaire
Starr Bright
Movie star
Mo Manager
Sandy Beachbum’s Manager
Izzie Islander
Island Girl
BJ Baggage
Bellhop
Candy Cotton
Millionaire’s girlfriend
Agent Hollywood
Hollywood Agent
Margie Mooner
Honeymooner
Sgt. Lord
Police Officer
Tatum Tatt
Tattoo Artist
Lucky Numbers
Lottery Winner
Sandy Beachbum
Professional Surfer
Mike Mooner
Honeymooner
First-time host/hostesses need not be wary. Night of Mystery parties have everything you need to throw a successful party and are designed to be easy-to-run.
If you want to play along, you can! As host, you will want to read the host’s guide in full to ensure that you are setting the game up correctly WITHOUT letting you know who the murderer is!
Then sit back, relax, and enjoy the MURDER!
Excellent Question! And one that needs more explaining, please see the “How to Play” Page of our site and/or download a preview file to get a complete understanding of how our mysteries are run!
Yes. We have invitations you can download at any time to send out to your guests. (We recommend you do this before purchasing if you are unclear of your guest count.)
Once you order, you will have access to your party pdf as well as email invitations with character descriptions included for your guests. See a sample emailable invite with character description here.
YES! As host, you get to decide how much or little you know about the murder.
If you want to play along, you will want to read the host’s guide in full to ensure that you are setting the game up correctly WITHOUT letting you know who the murderer is in this murder mystery party game!
This will depend on (a) the version of party you order and (b) what you/they want to do at the party.
Some murder mystery party game rules say (generally the smaller 6-8 guest and 8-12 guest versions) have the victim rise and become the investigator after their “death.”
Since the victim does not know who murdered them, they can still play along and try to guess the murderer using their previous background knowledge and their money in order to bribe and blackmail others and derive their secrets from one another.
If you have a larger version, and you have not assigned the investigator (they are generally listed as the first person to eliminate for this reason), then the victim will need to become the investigator.
If you have assigned the investigator, but have an extra role that is not already filled, the victim can become this person (if you order the 20-80 player version, this will always be an option).
If the victim wishes to do nothing, they can do that as well. Some guests really enjoy playing along “dead” and trying to figure out who killed them.
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