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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

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Lobby lounge
Premier Room, Valley View | View from room
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Chaura Maiden, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171 004
  • Place, Kali Bari Temple
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mall Road
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Christ Church
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shimla (SLV)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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

Premier Room, Valley View

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

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

Luxury Room

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 596 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 551 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Shimla

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla places you next to Gurkha Gate and within a 5-minute walk of State Museum. This 5-star hotel has 75 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Gurkha Gate - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kali Bari Temple - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Viceregal Lodge - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mall Road - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Christ Church - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jashan Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hide Out Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wake and Bake Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 3000 per vehicle roundtrip. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a steam room, WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect wired internet, free WiFi, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Minibars, coffee makers, and free newspapers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a health club, and a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

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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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. 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.
  • Guest providing a negative COVID-19 test result must have been tested no more than 72 hours prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Cecil Oberoi
Cecil Oberoi Shimla
Cecil Shimla
Oberoi Cecil
Oberoi Cecil Hotel
Oberoi Cecil Hotel Shimla
Oberoi Cecil Shimla
Oberoi Shimla
Oberoi Shimla Cecil
Shimla Oberoi
Oberoi Cecil Shimla Hotel
Oberoi Cecil - Shimla Hotel Shimla
The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla Hotel
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The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla Hotel Shimla

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla on Jul 8, 2026 start from $193, including 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.

What is there to do close to The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

This hotel is located in Shimla, a short 19-minute walk from Viceregal Lodge and also 4 minutes on foot from State Museum. You'll also find Lakkar Bazar and Darlaghat within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Yes, valet and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Ayurvedic treatments, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a full-service spa at this hotel.

Does The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla have a casino at the property?

No, The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

This historic hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla.

Are there connecting rooms at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

The closest major airport to The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla is Shimla (SLV), which is 11.2 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy mountain and city views.

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 166 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was just perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bharat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was above our expectations. Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with lovely ambience and dedicated staff. Close to the viceregal lodge and mall road.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anshika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Shimla.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

JAGDEEP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, courteous/helpful staff, good food.
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10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Excellent hotel which tries to keeps its heritage intact pop
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gagandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff who take very good care of their guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

GAGAN JOT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a very nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

VASANT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with excellent service!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel

Amazing heritage hotel well kept and preserved
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Sarvesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Memorable stay

Good experience Wonderful hospitality Totally clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bhupinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pankaj

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
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
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10/10 Excellent

Sumit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hospitality

Excellent hospitality by the entire team
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Gurpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful staff. Very polite and hospitable. Great food and wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Priyanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent & comfortable Stay

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
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10/10 Excellent

Raj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
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10/10 Excellent

Kunal

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
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10/10 Excellent

rupinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sameer

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
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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