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The Cecil is a heritage luxury resort owned and
managed by the Oberoi group. The hotel is 7000 feet up in the Himalaya and
was built 100 years ago i.e. 1884, later in 1997 the hotel was converted in
to a luxury resort. It has wonderful view of 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’s classically elegant interiors with paneling, pillars and
chandeliers recall the days of the Raj. Many rooms at the Cecil have views
across the valley and snow covered peaks of the Himalaya. The Hotel is
centrally heated in winter, air-conditioned in summer and features one of
the highest located heated swimming pools in the world. A specially designed
children’s activity centre is equipped with computer games, toys, Wendy Room
and Billiards Room. Horses and ponies can be hired for trekking in the
valley.
The Cecil is just 10 minutes from Shimla Station and 45 minutes from
Jubbarhatti Airport. Flights from Delhi arrive daily (except Sunday). There
is ample private parking for guests who chose to drive or rent a car.
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ACCOMMODATION
The Oberoi Cecil has total 79 elegantly appointed guestrooms including
lavish suites. All the rooms are air conditioned, tastefully designed and
wonderfully furnished. The rooms offers a marvelous view of the Himalayas.
All 27 Premium rooms have private balconies and DVD players. The 22 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.
SERVICES & FACILITIES
The Oberoi Cecil has two beautifully appointed restaurants and a well
stocked bar.
Cecil Restaurant - It offers delicious Asian and European delicacies.
Cedar Garden - At the outdoor Cedar Garden, light meals, snacks and drinks.
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.
Spa - 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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