The Oberoi Hotels, Shimla, are true gems in the crown of the ‘Queen of Hill stations’. The Oberoi Group has two luxurious heritage hotels in the city, the Oberoi Cecil which is centrally located, and Wildflower Hall Shimla which is on the outskirts of Shimla. Both properties are heritage buildings and transport you back to the opulence and elegance of the colonial era.
The Oberoi Cecil, situated at Chaura Maidan, was initially a one storied building till it was acquired by Rai Bahadur Mohan Singh Oberoi and converted into a grand hotel. In its former days the hotel was home to Rudyard Kipling. Opened after extensive renovation in 1997, the hotel is now a prime address in Shimla. It offers state of the art facilities to its guests including a heated swimming pool, billiards rooms and children’s activity centre. The hotel also organises nature walks in the surrounding areas. And for the ultimate luxury experience you can book an appointment at the spa and be treated to their signature massages which include special indigenous rituals, ayurvedic therapies and revitalising body therapies. The Cecil offers a choice of four room types: Deluxe room, Premier room, Deluxe suites and Luxury suite. The rooms are tastefully decorated with teak furniture and offer a view of the snow capped mountains and the valley. The deluxe and luxury suites come with their own private balconies where one can sit back and breathe in the fresh salubrious air. If you are looking for pure luxury in the heart of the city, the Oberoi Cecil is the place to be.
The Wildflower Hall is situated at 8,250 feet in the lap of the majestic Himalayas among pine and cedar trees. Located 15 kms away from Shimla, the hotel is the perfect escape for those looking for a quiet break. The former residence of Lord Kitchener, it has been rebuilt to give it modern facilities while keeping the old charm intact. The elegant tall building greets you as you pull in the driveway and the pristine surroundings have an immediate rejuvenating effect. The staff is extremely courteous and every guest is showered with personal attention. The food of course is a five star experience. The hotel also offers river rafting, trekking and mountain biking for the adventure enthusiast. For those looking to unwind and de-stress there are holistic treatments at the spa and nature walks in the surrounding forest. And incase you want to connect to the real world, the hotel has satellite TV and Wi-Fi connectivity. The Wildflower Hall is definitely THE place if you want to treat yourself to lavish extravagance in spell binding surroundings.
So the next time you plan a visit to Shimla and want to be treated like a king, you know the Oberoi Hotels are waiting to serve you.
For more information about shimla hotels contact Swan Tours one of the leading travel agents in India.
The Oberoi Cecil, situated at Chaura Maidan, was initially a one storied building till it was acquired by Rai Bahadur Mohan Singh Oberoi and converted into a grand hotel. In its former days the hotel was home to Rudyard Kipling. Opened after extensive renovation in 1997, the hotel is now a prime address in Shimla. It offers state of the art facilities to its guests including a heated swimming pool, billiards rooms and children’s activity centre. The hotel also organises nature walks in the surrounding areas. And for the ultimate luxury experience you can book an appointment at the spa and be treated to their signature massages which include special indigenous rituals, ayurvedic therapies and revitalising body therapies. The Cecil offers a choice of four room types: Deluxe room, Premier room, Deluxe suites and Luxury suite. The rooms are tastefully decorated with teak furniture and offer a view of the snow capped mountains and the valley. The deluxe and luxury suites come with their own private balconies where one can sit back and breathe in the fresh salubrious air. If you are looking for pure luxury in the heart of the city, the Oberoi Cecil is the place to be.
The Wildflower Hall is situated at 8,250 feet in the lap of the majestic Himalayas among pine and cedar trees. Located 15 kms away from Shimla, the hotel is the perfect escape for those looking for a quiet break. The former residence of Lord Kitchener, it has been rebuilt to give it modern facilities while keeping the old charm intact. The elegant tall building greets you as you pull in the driveway and the pristine surroundings have an immediate rejuvenating effect. The staff is extremely courteous and every guest is showered with personal attention. The food of course is a five star experience. The hotel also offers river rafting, trekking and mountain biking for the adventure enthusiast. For those looking to unwind and de-stress there are holistic treatments at the spa and nature walks in the surrounding forest. And incase you want to connect to the real world, the hotel has satellite TV and Wi-Fi connectivity. The Wildflower Hall is definitely THE place if you want to treat yourself to lavish extravagance in spell binding surroundings.
So the next time you plan a visit to Shimla and want to be treated like a king, you know the Oberoi Hotels are waiting to serve you.
For more information about shimla hotels contact Swan Tours one of the leading travel agents in India.
