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Chalet Espen

Engelbergerstrasse 70 | Obwalden, Engelberg 6390, Switzerland
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Chalet Espen
Ranked #2 of 14 Engelberg B&B and Inns
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013 via mobile

Will definitely return - excellent food, chalet and mountain. See more detailed review before for a why! Its all true. The mountain itself is all about off-piste. Its a mini-chamonix without the Brits. My only other tip is, beware the speed cameras in Switzerland. Variable speed limits and hidden cameras make for an expensive hire car experience.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

We hugely enjoyed our week at Chalet Espen: we were equally impressed by the place and by the hospitality. This was the best-kept and most-comfortable catered ski chalet that we have stayed in. Simon & Catriona looked after us very well and served excellent (and extremely generous) meals: a varied menu, good-quality ingredients, great cakes at tea and plenty of... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

Duncurin Publishing and friends ( 15 in total ) were fortunate to spend New Year 2013 in Switzerland and we all felt once again that there was no finer place to do so than at the Chalet Espen. Simon and Catriona Bennett were on hand to make sure that our stay was as wonderful as it was last year with... More

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Bedale
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Simon and Catrina are wonderful hosts, chefs, conversed with all members of the family (12 in total ranging from the age of 16 - 83) with the same courtesy and enthusiasm. The chalet has been beautifully renovated and laid out well. The chalet is well suited for groups whether made up of friends or a large family. After a days... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

Three families and the entire Duncurin Publishing team , fifteen of us, have just got back from a simply superb visit to Chalet Espen. This is a beautiful, well appointed and well kept chalet. It is in a quiet location on the edge of the village of Engelberg but ideally situated for a walk into town or to access the... More

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London, UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2011

I chose Chalet Espen for a large party, on our first trip to Engelberg, on the basis of resort, price and recommendations. We were not disappointed. Location: Chalet Espen is conveniently located for Zurich Airport and 10 minutes from Stoeckli ski hire and ski lifts. Accommodation: The chalet has been renovated recently. We found the furnishings and facilities to be... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 June 2011

We chose this chalet based on the unanimously favourable reviews on TripAdviser. How right you all were! We just loved everything about this magical place, from the warm welcome from the hosts (which began with helpful emails even before we arrived) and the spotlessly clean rooms to the delicious fresh breakfasts and the useful hints about where to hike. Even... More

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Karlskrona, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2011

We really enjoyed our stay at Chalet Espen. Very cosy and familiar atmosphere, almost like home. Fantastic food every night and freshly baked cakes every afternoon. We can really recommend Chalet Espen and hopefully we will be back next winter!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2011

This was our first ski trip to Engelberg. Chalet Espen is conveniently located within 10 minutes from the ski lifts and hire shop. The chalet itself has only recently been renovated and has high quality fittings and furniture (e.g. with underfloor heating in the bathrooms). It is kept immaculately. The owners, Catrina and Simon, were welcoming and helpful. The 3-course... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 June 2010

A friendly welcome was waiting for us at Chalet Espen. Simon & Catriona are excellent hosts and provided us with lots of useful information about the local area and things to do. The chalet is beautifully furnished and has a lovely, large lounge with log burning stove for guests to relax in. The food is freshly cooked and plentiful -... More

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Additional Information about Chalet Espen

Address: Engelbergerstrasse 70 | Obwalden, Engelberg 6390, Switzerland
Region: Switzerland > Engelberg
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 14 B&Bs / Inns in Engelberg
Price Range: ££
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Chalet Espen is a characterful and historic chalet located in the beautiful mountain resort of Engelberg. The original chalet building dates back to the 1700s and is very atmospheric. Chalet Espen is open throughout the year, operating as a catered ski chalet in the Winter (half board) and as a luxury guest house in the Summer (B&B or half board). The chalet is very spacious and can accommodate 14-16 guests. Children are welcome. ... more   less 

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