# I Locked Myself in a Motel Room. Then the Phone Started Ringing

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Podcast: [Scary Horror Stories by Dr. NoSleep](https://stenobird.com/podcast/scary-horror-stories-by-dr-nosleep-114883)
Published: 2026-06-01T17:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1643

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A paranoid motel guest barricades himself inside his room, convinced the creatures hunting him have finally tracked him down. But when a mysterious voice on the phone tells him a package has already been delivered, he’s forced to decide whether he’s been given a way to survive—or pushed into the final stage of their trap. Are you still drinking that stale, store-bought coffee? Check out ⁠⁠NoSleepCoffee.com⁠⁠ to get 20% off fresh, same-day roasted coffee delivered straight to your door. Just use promo code NOSLEEP20 at checkout for 20% off your first order! Huge thanks to our sponsors: BetterHelp: Sign up now and get 10% off at ⁠betterhelp.com/dns⁠. Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per month trial today at shopify.com/dns. Author: Chase Shustack * * * CONTENT DISCLAIMER: This episode contains explicit content not limited to intense themes, strong language, and depictions of violence intended for adults. Parental guidance is strongly advised for children under the age of 18. Listener discretion is advised. #drnosleep #scarystories #horrorstories #doctornosleep #creepypasta #horror Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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