The Cecil Oberoi Resort Hotel, Himalayan Vacations, Honeymoons and Luxury Travel Packages
Shimla, India 

Over 100 years old, the Oberoi Cecil is a Grand Heritage Hotel. It is situated at Chaura Maidan, Shimla, 7000 feet up in the Himalaya.

Built in 1884 as a Himalayan hill station, the hotel has been extensively renovated and reopened in 1997. With fabulous views across the valley, The Oberoi Cecil is a perfect base from which to explore the spectacular mountain scenery, cedar forests and ancient monasteries of this world famous destination. The Cecil is within walking distance of the famous Vice Regal Lodge, former summer residence of the Viceroy of India.


The Cecil Oberoi Resort, India Accommodation

All 79 Rooms and Suites at the Cecil are spacious, elegant and comfortable. Many rooms have spectacular views across the mountains. All 60 Premium rooms have private balconies and DVD players. The 24 Deluxe rooms are bigger and have an electronic safe. All three Executive Suites feature a separate living room and walk-in wardrobes. The Deluxe Suite has separate living room and bedroom, a separate dressing area and additional walk-in closet and a private balcony. Interconnecting rooms are available. All rooms offer 24hr in-room dining, a round-the-clock laundry service and dual-line speakerphones.

Rooms are decorated classically, with polished wood, brass and rich, subtle fabrics in a style which recalls the late 19th century, yet feature every modern comfort. There is a babysitting service and baby cribs are available.

Dining Room
The hotel has a restaurant offering a selection of European and Asian dishes. Wood panelling and chandeliers add to an air of old-world elegance. Special rates for children apply at all mealtimes. Regular theme evenings in the Restaurant celebrate the Indian and colonial heritage of the Cecil.
The restaurant is open from 7am-10.30am for breakfast, 12.30-2.30pm for lunch and 7.30pm-11pm for dinner.

The Lounge
The Lobby Lounge in the soaring five-storey galleried Atrium also has a Bar. Here guests can enjoy tea or a quiet drink in front of a roaring fire. The Bar opens between 11am and 11pm.

Cedar Garden
At the outdoor Cedar Garden, light meals, snacks and drinks are served between 11am and 3pm.
24hour in-room dining is available throughout the hotel.

The Cecil Oberoi Resort, India Other Facilities

Spa
The Health Spa is open from 7am to 9pm.
It offers an extensive 'menu' of relaxing and reviving massages and beauty treatments. Aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, Balinese, Hawaiian and Thai massage all feature, along with Chakra Head and Shoulder Massage and facials.
As well as the spa therapy suites, the Spa offers steam rooms and saunas.
This is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day in the mountains - or in the boardroom.

Take your body and mind to new heights of inspiration and rejuvenation. At the beautifully appointed spa, the bracing mountain air conspires with the healing hands of our trained therapists to restore the natural balance of the body. Holistic treatments drawn from Ayurveda, Thai and Western techniques are used to soothe the senses and promote a feeling of complete wellbeing. Pamper yourself with beauty treatments created from the finest natural ingredients or relax in the heated swimming pool or jacuzzi as you take in spectacular mountain views. A session at the Oberoi Spa by Banyan Tree promises to be a journey of transformation.

Fitness Centre
The Gymnasium, located at the level below the Pool, is free to guests. It offers an exercycle, Multigym, Steppers and Treadmills. This is one way of warming up for a strenuous hill walk.

Swimming Pool
The heated indoor swimming pool - among the highest in the world - is open to guests between 7am and 8pm. Its windows look out over a spectacular panorama of snow capped mountains. Just the place for a few quiet lengths before breakfast.


Indoor Pursuits
The Cecil has a variety of indoor recreational possibilities. Billiards, board games, bridge tables, toy room and an activity centre with multimedia equipment, CD Rom and VCR.

Golf
Naldehra - the highest golf course in the world is nearby and Annandale, another course, is just 3kms from the Cecil. Both have nine holes.

The Cecil Oberoi Resort, India Outdoor Pursuits

Horse riding can be arranged for children and adults. Ice-skating is available between November and March. Trekking with expert guides is also available from the hotel.
Skiing is available at Narkand, 64kms from the Cecil. There is a beginners run, slalom slope and a sharper run for experienced skiers.

The Cecil Oberoi Resort, India Meetings & Incentives

The Cecil, remote and peaceful in a spectacular setting, is an ideal venue for conferences and meetings. The Kipling Room (seats up to 40), The Curzon Room (up to 20) and The Inner Section (up to 140) .The seating in all three rooms can be arranged in a variety of configurations to suit your business needs. All offer 21st century facilities with all the latest communications and audio-visual equipment available for hire by the day.

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Phone: 1-415-446-5252 or 1-800-330-8820