New style. Same charm.

In June 2021, the Grande Dame of the Engadin has re-opened for the summer season with a contemporary new look to its Bel Étage, which includes the reception, lobby lounge, bar and chimney room. Subtle but luxurious changes have been made by the award-winning French interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon (PYR Design) in order to bring the neo-Baroque historic hotel (built in 1848) into the 21^st century while maintaining key historic elements.

In a nod to its location, various shades of blue (from the palest hues to a bold Klein Blue) have been used throughout in order to harmonise the rooms while reflecting the colour of the Engadin sky at different times of the day, as witnessed through the building’s picture windows.

The lobby - an amalgamation of different epochs.

The lobby lounge, with its high ceilings and stunning valley vistas, is the majestic heart of the hotel. Signature components (such as the parquet floor, the grand piano–played daily during afternoon tea and in the evening, the central chandelier that mimics the hotel’s crown logo and the antique table beneath it) remain, while the very beautiful frescoes on the ceiling of the lobby that were painted at the beginning of the 20^th century by artist Otto Haberer have been refreshed.

All serve to remind guests of the grandeur of days gone by. Change comes in the shape of new seating in opulent materials such as velvet and silk (once again in varying shades of blue) that has been placed in a way that makes the room more homely and also allows for more private conversations.

A true icon of a hotel bar.

To the other side of the lounge, the Bar has kept its old wood panelling and coffered ceiling, but now has its own unique – and cosy – identity. The highlights of the room are the modern, handmade chandelier called Angela by Charles Paris (a modern tribute to the lobby lounge’s historic chandelier) and the side panels of the bar that have been custom made by the renowned French artist Jane Puylagarde, who has created illuminated relieve works of art inspired by the roots of Swiss stone pine. Rich red velvet lines the walls, while the bar top and chairs are adorned with dark blue leather; gold accents add a touch of glamour.

Rochon at his best...

Pierre-Yves Rochon, who has previously worked on the Four Seasons George V in Paris, the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, The Savoy in London and sister property Kulm Hotel St. Moritz, is always mindful of the history of a building and its location, as well as the natural characteristics, when he designs.

Said Pierre-Yves Rochon of the renovation project, “With every new project, I look at the existing architecture, the environmental characteristics, the local people’s way of life and typical construction materials. I respect the village’s history and its traditions. And then I hope to create something that will amaze the hotel guests that choose and love this property and make them like it even more”.

We hope to welcome you soon and have you explore our new Beletage for yourself!