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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
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 cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, Valley View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, Valley View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

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

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Luxury Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Suite

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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Chaura Maiden, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171 004

What's nearby

  • Kali Bari Temple - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Viceregal Lodge - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mall Road - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Christ Church - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Jakhu Temple - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

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 historic hotel near Mall Road
At The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla, you can look forward to a hair salon, an arcade/game room, and a library. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a facial, and a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, The Restaurant, features kids' meals. 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
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Massage treatment rooms, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
Room features
All 75 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep soaking tubs
  • 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

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 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

Restaurants on site

  • The Restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • 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

  • Elevator

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

Optional extras

  • 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)

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
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
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

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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–9:00 PM.

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 start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out 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 1 mi (2 km) of Gurkha Gate and Mall Road. State Museum and Shimla Heritage Walk are also within 15 minutes. Shimla Station is 7 minutes by foot and Summer Hill Station is 25 minutes.

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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 147 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

This is a great hotel. The breakfast buffet is terrific and all of the staff are great. We were given a free upgrade both times we stayed at the Oberoi. The hotel is within easy walking distance of Mall Road and other areas of interest
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

Great staff and experience . Well looked after and Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Best place to stay in Shimla.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Location and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Amazing heritage hotel well kept and preserved
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Excellent staff who take very good care of their guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Great location, clean, courteous/helpful staff, good food.

10/10

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

10/10

Great hotel with excellent service!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

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
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Good experience Wonderful hospitality Totally clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10

Extremely helpful staff. Very polite and hospitable. Great food and wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10

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 hospitality by the entire team
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

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

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

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

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

2/10

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

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

10/10

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

4/10

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

10/10

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