Pension St. Jakob | Hostel in Engelberg

8.2 (370 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   22 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  25 Guests
Engelberg Hostel | Pension St. Jakob

22 Bedroom Hostel in Engelberg

Located right on the shore of the scenic Eugenisee Lake, Pension St. Jakob is 2625 feet from the center of Engelberg and a 5-minute walk from the Engelberg Cable Car. All rooms have a balcony overlooking the mountains, and free WiFi is available. The rooms feature bright wooden furniture in a classic Alpine style. Bathrooms are private or shared. Most rooms have cable TV. The hotel's own Espen restaurant serves traditional Swiss cuisine and products from the hotel's own farm. When booking a half board rate, a 3-course dinner is included. Guests can play table tennis and tabletop football at the St. Jakob Pension. Free private parking is available on site.

Pension St Jakob is located in Engelberg.

This 22 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Pet Friendly, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 370 reviews with the average score of 8.2 . Coming to Engelberg and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Skiing
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Wine/Champagne
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Free parking
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Skiing
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Pet friendly
Guest Services
  • Packed lunches
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Pet bowls
  • Baggage storage
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Currency exchange
  • Concierge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour desk
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Skiing
  • Ski storage

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed and charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.18
Location:
8.71
Staff:
8.98
Facilities:
7.9
Comfort:
8.31
Cleanliness:
8.74
Lengert
Nov 23, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
Switzerland
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Easy und quick reception in next building
Negative: At night not dark enough, curten next to bed not working
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Double Room

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Cable channels, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Hardwood or parquet floors

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

View

Mountain view
Quadruple Room
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Cable channels, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Carpeted

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

View

Mountain view
6-Bed Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 25 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
6-Bed Room

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Cable channels, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Carpeted, Hardwood or parquet floors

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

View

Mountain view
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 18 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Cable channels

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

View

Mountain view
Single Bed in Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 27 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Hardwood or parquet floors

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

View

Mountain view
8-Bed Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 16 m2
8 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Outdoors

Balcony

General

Heating, Hardwood or parquet floors

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

View

Mountain view
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