The Oberoi Cecil Hotel - Shimla

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The Oberoi Cecil Hotel - Shimla
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Overview

5-star heritage mountain retreat in Shimla

Amenities & Facilities

The Oberoi Cecil Shimla offers an indoor heated swimming pool with valley views, a full-service Oberoi Spa, and a well-equipped fitness center. Guests also have access to a billiards room, a games room, and a children's activity center with supervised entertainment. Additional services include 24-hour room service, laundry, and a business center with meeting and banquet facilities.

Rooms & Suites

Classically furnished suites feature Burma teak wood floors, satellite TV, and DVD players. Many rooms offer private balconies with panoramic Himalayan views, while bathrooms include modern fittings and Forest Essentials toiletries. The Oberoi Cecil provides spacious deluxe rooms and premier valley view rooms with separate dressing areas.

Dining & Bars

The main restaurant serves European and Asian specialties, with local Himachali dishes such as Siddu and Chilta prepared by Chef Rajkumar Bhatia. The Tea Lounge and Bar offers live classical piano music in the evenings. Guests can enjoy a comprehensive breakfast buffet with made-to-order options and a dedicated children's menu.

Location & Surroundings

Situated 2134 m up in the Himalayas, The Oberoi Cecil sits at the quieter end of Mall Road, a 10-minute walk from the town center. The famous Vice Regal Lodge, former summer residence of the Viceroy of India, is a short walk away. Other nearby attractions include Jakhoo Temple and Lakkar Bazaar, all within easy reach.

Family & Children

The children's activity center offers engaging entertainment with board games, table tennis, and a dedicated play area supervised by staff. Families can enjoy the heated swimming pool, and the hotel provides babysitting and child services upon request. Chef Rajiv and Chef Rajkumar Bhatia can prepare custom meals for young guests, including local delicacies.

  • Location: Quieter end of Mall Road, 10 min walk to town center
  • Rooms: 80 suites with Burma teak floors and valley views
  • Dining: 3 outlets including Tea Lounge with live piano
  • Wellness: Indoor heated pool, Oberoi Spa, fitness center
  • Family: Kids' club, babysitting, custom children's meals
  • Awards: Best Hotel Brand in the World, Travel + Leisure 2022
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs INR 1534.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:260
Former name
Oberoi Cecil - Shimla
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Family Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Deluxe King Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa & wellness centre

Room view

  • Landscape view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Oberoi Cecil Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 18197 INR
📏 Distance to centre 1.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 17.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Simla, SLV

Location

Address
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Chaura Maidan, Near Ambetkar Chowk, Shimla, India, 171 004
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Chaura Maidan, Near Ambetkar Chowk, Shimla, India, 171 004
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Park
Annandale Ground
270 m
State Museum
430 m
Chaura Maidan Road Opposite Viceregal Lodge
Himalayan Bird Park
590 m
Chaura Maidan Road
Gurkha Gate
590 m
Restaurant
The Restaurant
690 m

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