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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and free valet parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Aerial view
Lobby sitting area
Premier Room, Valley View | View from room
Indoor pool
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is AU$386
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Chaura Maiden, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171 004
  • State Museum
    4 min walk
  • Shimla Heritage Walk
    14 min walk
  • Kali Bari Temple
    15 min walk
  • Shimla (SLV)
    38 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, Valley View

Premier Room, Valley View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Living area

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 51.2 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite | Living area

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 55.4 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Shimla

A luxury stay in the heart of Shimla awaits you at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla. Within steps you'll find Gurkha Gate and State Museum within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the free kids' club, gym and steam room. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Plus you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 5-property class Shimla hotel, you'll find Mall Road.

What's nearby

  • Kali Bari Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Viceregal Lodge - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Lakkar Bazar - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Christ Church - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Mall Road - 17 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Shimla Station - 7 min walk
  • Shimla (SLV) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Café Coffee Day - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sagar Ratna - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Neelkant Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Himachali Rasoi - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

Luxury hotel with full-service spa and free valet parking
The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are available in public spaces for a fee.

A business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. A steam room, a library, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the luxury The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Shimla hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1884
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla offers 75 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (INR 1,000 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (INR 1,000 per day); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 1,534 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1884
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing a negative COVID-19 test result must have been tested no more than 72 hours prior to check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 1 2024 to October 31 2024 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from 31 August 2024 to 15 November 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the swimming pools
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 8 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 10240
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 10240 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 10240
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 10240 (from 2 to 12 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately INR 1534 per person
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: INR 1000 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: INR 1000 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: INR 1000 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 3000 per vehicle (return)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result, or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 8 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Cecil Oberoi
Cecil Oberoi Shimla
Cecil Shimla
Oberoi Cecil
Oberoi Cecil Hotel
Oberoi Cecil Hotel Shimla
Oberoi Cecil Shimla
Oberoi Shimla
Oberoi Shimla Cecil
Shimla Oberoi
Oberoi Cecil Shimla Hotel
Oberoi Cecil - Shimla Hotel Shimla
The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla Hotel
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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla Hotel Shimla

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla on 8 Dec 2024 start from AU$386.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Yep, The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla. You'll enjoy services like facials.

Does The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla have a pool?

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla has an indoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The swimming pool will be unavailable from July 1 2024 to October 31 2024 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating one of the swimming pools from August 31 2024 until November 15 2024 (completion date subject to change).

What luxury perks are available at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool. All guestrooms come with deep soaking tubs, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla.

Is The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 136 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pankaj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an awesome stay and enjoyed the Oberoi hospitality at it's best. Dining was great. It was nice to go to the sister property and dine there as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ravi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible customer service. Would not accommodate any changes - even due to weather emergencies. I would look elsewhere. Don't stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dinesh

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vimal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anshika

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Shimla.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha, Leatherhead

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little map would have been useful as got a bit lost finding my way back but otherwise brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gurpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful staff. Very polite and hospitable. Great food and wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel
Amazing heritage hotel well kept and preserved
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cecil is an amazing property- which is an oasis only ten- fifteen minutes away from Mall Road. Everyone from check - in, restaurant and check out was excellent! The lounge was absolutely our favorite place to hang out. We will most definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Surabhi

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anshul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAE HAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gagandeep, manchester

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff who take very good care of their guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

VASANT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with excellent service!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarvesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hospitality at Cecil Oberoi Shimla
Stay was amazing, specially the hospitality of Ms Ankita on arrival and then Shri Rajkumar, the Chef and his team members Ujjawal, Abhi, Thakur , also the Pianist Mr Ravish. It will be incomplete if I don’t mention the name of Akshay and FD Manager Deepika. All worked tirelessly to make their guests comfortable. Hats off to all members in Cecil including Sukhvinder who helped in parking the vehicle properly and safely. I really thank the Cecil team for their dedication.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarvesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Memorable stay
Good experience Wonderful hospitality Totally clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with excellent service. Every staff member went out of their way to make us feel like we were special and accommodated every request with a smile. We were there 3 nights and wish it had been longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning! Great facilities and service
The Cecil Oberoi has it all! Luxury, outstanding service, a full set of facilities in a setting of outstanding natural beauty. The staff go out of their way to be welcoming and helpful. This vintage heritage hotel with its matching standard of 5* service could have the potential to seem intimidating, however somehow they combine all this with a friendly atmosphere which makes all guests - even the youngest - feel at home. There is a dedicated area situated on a lower floor given over as an activity centre for children’s games and play. The rooms are supremely comfortable (oh, those pillows and linens!) and a room with a valley view provides a spectacular vista at dawn and dusk! The glass-fronted, heated, indoor pool provides a relaxing space to wind down after a day’s hike. Sheer luxury. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

JAGDEEP

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, courteous/helpful staff, good food.

10/10 Excellent

Priyanka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent & comfortable Stay
The stay was excellent. Hospitality and a warm welcome by the Oberoi team are appreciated. The housekeeping team, the Chef team, and the rest members are excellent and so cooperative.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money vs brand
Considering the cost of the room, value for money was not convincing. Less costly hots would have higher comfort, service etc. Cost of brand considered way too high compared to user value.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022