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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Mall Road

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Standing tall amidst a lush forest, this unique building features a central tower and two smaller towers with green roofs.
Relax in a spacious, multi-level atrium with seating areas and stunning views.
Enjoy a mountain view from the balcony, featuring a comfortable bed, breakfast tray, and seating area.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a spacious central area with seating and a reception desk, surrounded by ornate railings and balconies.
Relax in a spacious, multi-level atrium with comfortable seating and beautiful views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Chaura Maiden, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171 004
  • Viceregal Lodge
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Mall Road
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Christ Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Shimla (SLV)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic hotel room with a large bed, sofa, and armchairs, featuring a traditional design and elegant decor.

Luxury Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, bedside tables, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic design with a large bed, desk area, and comfortable seating.

Premier Room, Valley View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in this spacious room with a comfortable seating area and large window.

Deluxe Suite

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in this stylish living room with a high ceiling, large window, and cozy seating area.

Luxury Suite

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Shimla

City center stay.With a stay at this Shimla hotel, you'll be steps from Gurkha Gate and a 5-minute walk from State Museum. Shimla Heritage Walk and Kali Bari Temple are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kali Bari Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Viceregal Lodge - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mall Road - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Christ Church - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lakkar Bazar - 3 min drive - 2.6 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

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Mall Road
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 center, 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
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1884
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised childcare (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
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla offers 75 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

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

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite 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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 any questions, 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.

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 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 10620
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 5310 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 10620
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 5310 (from 6 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: 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 (roundtrip)

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

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 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 12 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

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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 150 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kunal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's truly a 5-star hotel in Shimla. Rooms are super spacious and neatly kept. The hotel has its English architecture still very well maintained. The food served was super delicious. We had our infant with us; he was provided with the right and tasty baby food. I will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Campbell River

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Oberoi Cecil is absolutely terrific. Both times we stayed we were given an upgrade...the last time to a full suite! All of the staff in the hotel are tremendous and the morning buffet is absolutely fantastic! Mall Road is easily walkable, and there are many interesting connecting roads lined by interesting shops. I am celiac, and the chef Rajiv went out of his way to ensure that I had lots of special menu options. Arti and the assistant manager Raghav were invaluable at the front desk, as were a number of other people. The manager Swati also proved to be very kind and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raghinder

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beelawal Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Suman

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
They seated us as we arrived to check in at a seating area where the coffee table was littered with dirty dishes that had not been cleared. I found hair on my sheets. Food service was very slow. Dinner took too much time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaurav

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

rupinder, Fresno

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhupinder, Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and experience . Well looked after and Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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

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