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

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

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

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!

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

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

My husband and I planned our ski trip with our twenty-year-old son, during a one week study break from his study abroad program. Chalet Espen provided the relaxing family atmosphere we were looking for. We woke up to a generous breakfast and then walked to the ski lift every morning, came back to the chalet for an afternoon tea, and... More

Hosts Simon and Trina are easy going, warm, and helpful. Chalet is very smart and clean. Recently decorated so bed and bathrooms are fully functional and modern. Comfortable rooms with plenty of space. Our double bedroom had one (~900cm) avg size wardrobe. Chalet features a separate entrance to the ski room in the basement. Ski room has boot warmers that... More

We've been coming to Engelberg for a few years now (previously for skiing), and happened upon the Chalet Espen hotel a couple of years ago. It was a great find - really relaxing and comfortable. The chalet has just a few rooms so you feel like an honoured guest! Our first visit was as part of a group in the... More