We spent 3 nights over New Year in Engelberg, which in no way disappoints...it is a breathtakingly beautiful small town surrounded by magnificent mountains. Hotel Waldegg, was a considerable disappointment however, situated away from town, but with superb views...this is a VERY tired out,ageing property that is in need of very significant renovation. I stay in hotels all over Europe each month and I just cannot see how a 4 Star rating is remotely possible for this property...perhaps for the views only. We had two superior rooms at more than €300 per night, this hotel is not cheap and each room was like an army "bunker" ...painted concrete walls and 1970's furniture...yes a good view was the only benefit.
The bathrooms in each room were like a 1960's hospital and just as basic as you could imagine......throughout the small reception and bar/restaurant was a bad odour that permeated the entrance area...just nauseating...
The staff were pleasant and helpful...interestingly they give you a variety of leaflets upon check in,one that tells you proud they are of the "renovated rooms on floor 5 &6" You are sorely out of luck it seems on any other floor.....Engelberg was wonderful and deserves many return visits...Hotel Waldegg should be avoided