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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

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Indoor pool
Indoor pool
Indoor pool
Luxury Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Overview of The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

5.0 star property

4.8/5 Exceptional

Guests rated this property 4.9/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
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Chaura Maiden, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171 004

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationState Museum4 min walk
  • Popular LocationViceregal Lodge8 min walk
  • Popular LocationArmy Heritage Museum6 min drive
  • AirportShimla (SLV)19 min drive

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About this area

Shimla

In the city centre and near a train station, The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla is in an area with good shopping. State Museum and Army Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Viceregal Lodge and Christ Church. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Annandale - 1 min walk
  • Himachal Pradesh University - 1 min walk
  • State Museum - 4 min walk
  • Viceregal Lodge - 8 min walk
  • Army Heritage Museum - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Shimla (SLV) - 19 min drive

About this property

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

5-star historic hotel in the city centre
You can look forward to a round-trip airport shuttle, a hair salon and a library at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla. Indulge in aromatherapy, a manicure/pedicure and a facial at The Oberoi Spa, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), limo/town car service and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, a front desk safe and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as climate-controlled air conditioning and dressing gowns. Guest reviews highly rate the size rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep-soaking baths
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitiser provided
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and through room service
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
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi, Wired Internet (INR 1000 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (INR 1000 per day), Wired Internet (surcharge)

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free off-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily: INR 1500 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • The Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in reception

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

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Policies

Check-in

98% of travellers were happy with check-in
Check-in from 2 PM - midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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.
This property requires that all guests have the Aarogya Setu mobile application on their phone. Guests will be asked to present the mobile application at the time of check-in.
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.
Guests who are traveling from Delhi, Punjab, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradeshin to Himachal Pradesh are required to provide proof of a PCR screening for COVID-19 (issued within 72 hours before arrival) during check-in. Guests will be requested to provide documentation of recent travel history by the property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 9600
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 9600 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 9600
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 9600 (from 2 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: INR 1500 per person (approximately)
  • 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 (roundtrip)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note: An extra bed is provided for 1 child over 8 years old and less than 12 years old staying in a room with a parent. For more than 1 child between 8 and 12 years an additional room is necessary at a discounted rate.

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Cecil Oberoi
Cecil Oberoi Shimla
Cecil Shimla
Oberoi Cecil
Oberoi Cecil Hotel
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Oberoi Shimla
Oberoi Shimla Cecil
Shimla Oberoi
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at ?

As of 4 Oct 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at on 3 Nov 2022 start from ₹13,300.0, excluding 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 The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Check-in is from 2 PM - midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Checkout is at noon.

Does The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of INR 3000 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla located?

This family-friendly Shimla hotel is located in the historical district, within a 5-minute walk of Himachal Pradesh University and State Museum. Mall Road and Gaiety Theater are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Overall score and ratings

4.8

Exceptional

Rating 5 - Excellent. 101 out of 116 reviews
5 - Excellent 87%
Rating 4 - Good. 12 out of 116 reviews
4 - Good 10%
Rating 3 - Okay. 0 out of 116 reviews
3 - Okay 0%
Rating 2 - Poor. 1 out of 116 reviews
2 - Poor 1%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 2 out of 116 reviews
1 - Terrible 2%

4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.8/5

Staff & service

4.9/5

Amenities

4.8/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/5

Eco-friendliness
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5/5 Excellent

Manjot
Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Oberoi cecil is amazing. The staff is excellent like the way they welcome and treat the guests . Everything was perfect. I don’t have any single thing for suggestion . They even care about very small things. So our overall experience was excellent here and will definitely visit again whenever come to shimla. Thanks oberoi cecil.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/5 Good

Davinder
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

5/5 Excellent

SHIVSHANKAR
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very amazing Place
Our experience was amazing . We got excellent services from Hotel Team
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

5/5 Excellent

Priya
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At the Cecil they make you feel like you are their only guest -- ever! It is personalized service and everyone is charming to the utmost. A weekend to remember!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

5/5 Excellent

Arpan, San Diego
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

5/5 Excellent

Nimit
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

5/5 Excellent

Samrat
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb !!
Every person in the Cecil staff made us feel special. It will be unfair on my part to miss names of the staff members but unfortunately don't recall all the names. Starting from the hotel Valet to Concierge to check in by Ankita to introduction to the smiling & ever helpful Deepika. These all people along with group of others were genuinely friendly and caring. Also thanks to the beautiful girl in the kids activity room (Brown eyes - sorry dont recall name but she is from Shimla!!) who gave us tour of the hotel from the kids room to swimming pool to fitness center and spa. Special thanks to staff in 'The restaurant' who took care of our appetite with delicious food and extraordinary hospitality during Dinner and Breakfast. The restaurant staff (whom i recognize by name) - Rohit, Shree as extraordinary servers and Rajkumar as a considerate Chef, followed by every person whose name I may have skipped but cant forget their shining and genuinely friendly eyes behind their masks. Keep it up Oberoi - Loved evey moment spent with you people.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

5/5 Excellent

Kailash
Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideally located beautiful & comfortable hotel.
I had booked six Premium rooms Valley facing for five nights for my family members. All the family members had an amazing experience and a very comfortable holiday. The Oberoi Cecil at Shimla is a beautiful property, with amazing view from the rooms. ideally located - away from general holiday crowd and yet only 1.7 kms by walk from the Mall. The hotel is well maintained, neat & clean with specious rooms and all the amenities required. Being a vegetarian and a little fussy about quality of food, I was very satisfied by the quality, hygiene, service, presentation etc. All your food needs are taken care of by personal attention of the chef & staff. Services on all fronts were excellent, be front desk, house keeping, room service, bar, dining etc. Staff was highly courteous & polite and catered immediately to any need if wanted. In all a very pleasant & comfortable stay. Would definitely like to go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

4/5 Good

Sarvottam
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022