The Oberoi Cecil
The Oberoi Cecil
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
- Heating
Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Oberoi Cecil
Situated in Chaura Maidan, Shimla - 7000 feet up in the Himalayas, The Oberoi Cecil offers luxury accommodation along with an indoor heated swimming pool, spa and 3 dining options. Free WiFi is available in the rooms of the property. Classically furnished rooms with Burma teak wood floors are equipped with a satellite TV and DVD player. They also offer tea/coffee-making facilities and en suite bathroom with shower. Guests can work-out at the fully equipped fitness centre or relax with a massage at the full service Oberoi Spa. It also has a billiards room and an activity centre for children. 24-hour room and laundry service is available. A cup of tea or a quiet drink can be enjoyed at the Tea Lounge and Bar. A menu of European and Asian specialities are served at The Oberoi's restaurant. It is a 10-minute drive to Shimla Station. A 45-minute drive leads to Jubbarhatti Airport. A short walk away form The Oberoi Cecil is the famous Vice Regal Lodge, the former summer residence of the Viceroy of India. A mandatory meal supplement of INR 10240 per person is applicable for guests staying on 24th December and 31st December, payable at the hotel directly.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Pankaj7777
India“Comfort,hospitality l,best in town,one the best in country.” 
Geeta India“Most of all Ms Pema Chuzan at Front desk, who gave me a history booklet of Cecil's. Previous evening I was chatting with her about the pre-independence heritage Cecil is carrying and the next day as I was checking out, she made sure I have this...”
Ajay India“Beautiful, boutique like, all wooden english interiors, warm & cozy. Our room had a balcony facing shimla valley, jakhu temple, hills & toy train track. Over all excellent property. Food was one of the best among all Oberoi properties I have...”
Kate
Switzerland“Welcome and care of all staff members. Room was charming, comfortable and had a beautiful view. Breakfast and dinner were superb. Good location for many of the sights and for exiting Shimla avoiding much of the central Shimla traffic.”- Ines
United Kingdom“Excellent breakfast, one of the best I had. Great quality and variety, all fresh.” - Sharma India“The facility, the staff, service, cleanliness everything was on point, but expensive but as it’s the only 5 star property in Shimla which is near to all the attractions, it’s worth it.”
Jai India“Superb Infrastructure and very well managed, staff are very welcoming and are very empathetic. Akshay Pillai and the checkin staff was really great with kids helped to get around and checked upon us if we needed anything everytime they saw us”
Virender India“Excellent stay. Great staff. I will like to mention Raghav in front office, Nupur and Raj Kumar in restuarant. They made our stay very comfortable and enjoyable.”- Akshat India“Perfect location, idyllic setting, professional staff and impeccable service.”
- Vandana India“The property is about 140 years old, and has rich history. Maintained impeccably with the exceptional Oberoi service. The staff was always happy to help, did not ever say no to any help we needed. Our 3 year old was well taken care of. Would...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- The Restaurant
- CuisineAmerican • Indian • Local • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of The Oberoi CecilGreat facilities! Review score, 9.3
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Bath or shower
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Activities
- Kids' club
- Table tennis
- Billiards
- Games room
Living Area
- Desk
Food & Drink
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Valet parking
Reception services
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Indoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
Wellness
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
House rulesThe Oberoi Cecil takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For reservations made by a third party, you will need to complete an authorisation form and present a copy of the person's ID and credit card.
When booking more than 5 rooms, additional supplement will apply along with non-refundable deposit for the entire stay.
A mandatory meal supplement of INR 10240 per person is applicable for guests staying on 24th December and 31st December, payable at the hotel directly.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Oberoi Cecil in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
FAQs about The Oberoi Cecil
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Yes, The Oberoi Cecil is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The Oberoi Cecil is 1 miles from the centre of Shimla. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at The Oberoi Cecil can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
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Check-in at The Oberoi Cecil is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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The Oberoi Cecil offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Billiards
- Games room
- Table tennis
- Kids' club
- Swimming Pool
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Room options at The Oberoi Cecil include:
- Quadruple
- Suite
- Double
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The prices at The Oberoi Cecil may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The Oberoi Cecil has 1 restaurant:
- The Restaurant
