The Oberoi Cecil is one of the first luxury hotels, set in the most prominent location, just off The Mall in Shimla, north-western India. Built in 1884, this elegant and historic building, evokes the charm of the colonial era and has a fantastic setting in the foothills of the Himalayas. With its beautiful wooden atrium, cedar floors, Persian carpets and comfortable rooms, guests at this Himalayan hotel can experience colonial luxury and renowned Oberoi hospitality.
Housed within the seven storey Oberoi Cecil hotel are 79 rooms and suites. All are decorated in period style furniture with polished wooden floors and brass and with modern amenities. Ensuite bathrooms include a vanity counter, a bathtub with deluxe Ayurvedic toiletries. All rooms are spacious in size with study table and chair and ground to ceiling glass windows which in most rooms afford stunning views across the valley and snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas.
The luxury dining restaurant at the Oberoi Cecil, is set in the fabulous ballroom, which serves a wide range of fine international, pan-Indian and local Himachali dishes. Facilities at the hotel include a temperature controlled swimming pool, with views of the Shimla valley, steam and sauna facilities, fitness centre and a spa. A range of activities can be arranged from the Oberoi Cecil including nature hikes, golf, horse riding, Ice skating, trekking and skiing.
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24hr Room ServiceBar/PubBusiness CentreChildcare ServicesCoffee ShopConciergeCribs/Infant Beds AvailableDisabled FacilitiesFitness CentreGames RoomGardenIndoor PoolLibraryMeeting/Conference FacilitiesMultilingual StaffRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesSpa/SaunaStay The Oberoi Cecil features 79 rooms and suites. All are decorated in plush period style furniture, with polished wooden floors and brass fittings. Classically elegant interiors with panelling, pillars and chandeliers recall the days of the Raj. Private bathrooms feature deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries. Most rooms afford stunning views across the valley and snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas. Rooms have air-conditioning, LCD TVs and a 24-hour butler service.
ChildCare Families with children are welcome to stay at the Oberoi Cecil. The Tudor Wing rooms are lavishly furnished, and features an elegant granite and marble bathroom with a full-length bathtub. These rooms are in close proximity to the well-stocked children's activity centre, and are ideal for families. Children's Activity Centre includes gaming machines, soft toys, table tennis and a library.
Dine The main restaurant at the Oberoi Cecil offers fine dining in the spectacular setting of the restored grand ballroom. With views over the mountains, cedar covered valley and the famous Cart Road, it serves a delicious range of pan-Indian, international and local Himachali dishes. Come the evening, venture to the stylish lounge to enjoy a relaxing after-dinner drink or coffee.
Relax Facilities at the Oberoi Cecil include an indoor swimming pool, steam and sauna rooms, fitness centre and spa offering signature indigenous rituals, Balinese, Hawaiian and Thai massages, facials and Ayurvedic therapies. There is also an off-site golf at the Naldehra Golf Course, and use of the gym and spa.
Experience Shimla, once the summer capital of British India, still remains a summer getaway for many Indians who want to beat the summer heat. But if you plan it right, there is much to do here. Local attractions include the 19th-century Viceregal Lodge built by the British Viceroy Lord Dufferin which also features a museum and beautifully laid out gardens. There are famous temples and hot sulphur spring famous for its therapeutic power and activity enthusiasts can go for white-water rafting.
Location Resting at the foothills of the majestic Himalayas is Shimla, the queen of hill stations and once the summer capital of the British Raj. Situated at the quiet end of the city's Mall, The Oberoi Cecil is about a 25-minute walk from the centre of Shimla and near the Viceregal Lodge.
Getting there Daily direct flights to Shimla from Delhi are available. Private air charters can also be organized. The flying time is 45-minutes. The Shimla airport is 90-minutes from the hotel. Limousine pick up can be arranged from Shimla or Chandigarh airport.
When to go Shimla's salubrious climate helps make it a year-round destination. Though Shimla has pleasant climate throughout the year, it experiences cold winters. The temperatures can drop to sub-zero conditions during the peak winter season. The best time to visit Shimla would be October to November and from March to May. It is advisable not to visit Shimla during monsoons as the place has a history of having landslides every now and then.
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