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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Colonial elegance with stunning valley views

Surrounded by lush deodar trees, this colonial heritage property exudes a serene, retro charm with rich wood corridors and thick carpets. Enjoy stunning valley views from your balcony, personalized service, and exceptional hospitality that makes every moment unforgettable.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 706
SAR 833 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep

Room options

View all photos for Premier Room, Valley View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.

Premier Room, Valley View

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

View all photos for Luxury Room

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden furniture, a patterned rug, and a ceiling with a grid design.

Luxury Room

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Room

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

View all photos for Luxury Suite

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a green sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Luxury Suite

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a chair, a table, and a desk.

Deluxe Suite

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

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE LUXURY

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE PREMIER WITH VIEWS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Shimla, The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla is in the city center and near a train station. Viceregal Lodge and Gurkha Gate are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Indira Tourist Park and Darlaghat. Traveling with kids? Consider Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex and Himalayan Aviary. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Shimla travel guide
Map
Chaura Maiden, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171 004

What's nearby

  • A traditional building with a red roof, white columns, and patterned floor tiles.
    Kali Bari Temple
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A historic stone building with red-tiled roofs, a narrow stone pathway, and a tree-lined street.
    Viceregal Lodge
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A crowded street in a hilly town with shops and colorful buildings.
    Mall Road
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • A church with a clock tower and a wet street at dusk.
    Christ Church
    4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lakkar Bazar
    4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Indian Coffee House
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Nalini Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Jashan Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Ashiana Restaraunt
    3 min drive

About this property

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

  • Luxury historic hotel in the city center
  • At The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla, you can look forward to a hair salon, an arcade/game room, and a library. Indulge in a massage, a facial, and Ayurvedic treatments at the onsite spa. 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)
    • Tour/ticket assistance, free newspapers, and a billiards/pool table
  • 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.

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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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 11800
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 5900 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 11800
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 5900 (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

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.

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

As of 19 Shaʻban 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla on 2 Ramadan 2026 start from SAR 706, 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?

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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