Owl and the Pussycat
Location: 788 Matara Road, Thalpe, Unawatuna, Galle, 80615, Unawatuna, LK
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Indulge in a delightful escape at Owl and the Pussycat, your beachfront haven in Unawatuna, where relaxation meets adventure.
Spa and Wellness
Pamper yourself at our serene spa, offering rejuvenating massages and body treatments designed to refresh your spirit and ease any tension.
Culinary Delights
Savor local and international cuisine at The Runcible Spoon, our on-site restaurant featuring a cozy bar/lounge. Prefer privacy? Enjoy our room service for a delightful meal in the comfort of your room.
Recreation and Connectivity
Dive into our outdoor pool or maintain your fitness routine at the gym. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi and enjoy a range of fun activities in our arcade/game room.
Don't miss the chance to unwind in paradise, book your stay at Owl and the Pussycat today!
Important Information
- Children 7 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Amenities & Facilities
- Full-service spa
- Fitness facilities
- Arcade/game room
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Designated smoking area
- Concierge service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Fitness facilities
- Snorkeling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Arcade/game room
- Library
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Porter/bellhop
- Full-service spa
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Snack bar/deli
- Free self parking
- Pool sun loungers
- Banquet hall
Rooms Available
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Suite-E-Pie
1 King Bed
786-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, balcony/patio with ocean views
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, cookware/dishware, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Location - ground floor
- Bed sheets not available
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Suite Dreams
1 King Bed
840-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with ocean views
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Terrace
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Bed sheets not available
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Suite Melodies
1 King Bed
500-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the top floor, balcony/patio with ocean views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Terrace
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Location - top floor
- Bed sheets not available
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Penthouse
1 King Bed
1055-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Bed sheets not available
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Room (OTP Standard Room without Ocean View)
1 Double Bed
340-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with ocean views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Bed sheets not available
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OTP Signature One Bedroom Suite
1 King Bed
1055-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with ocean views
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, cookware/dishware, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Bed sheets not available
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OTP Signature Two Bedroom Suite
2 King Beds
1425-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with ocean views
Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, cookware/dishware, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Shared accommodations, bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Balcony or patio
- Shared accommodation
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Bed sheets not available
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Suite Little Treats
1 King Bed
340-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with ocean views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Premium bedding
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Bed sheets not available
Guest Reviews
- Loisstella (10/5): Excellent - beautiful - peaceful - warmest and kindest team ever - Small gorgeous hotel. The view is spectacular The team are the kindest and helpful bunch of people and make this a super easy and lovely choice. We arrived and I got hot by a nasty cough and cold and need to sleep (for about 40 hours). Fruit and soup were promptly delivered to the room. Rest of the family were presented with options of things to do in the area and transport was sorted quickly. Incredibly kind and welcoming team. Room was lovely. Pool is great for hanging out. Beach is great for walking (you can't swim right there as there is a reef - but 10 minute walk / 3 minute tub tub away there are lots of beaches). Will definitely come back!
- Compass822504 (10/5): Wonderful Stay - Loved the place, location, staff and the Ambience. Lovely hotel. Nihal and Nayani at the front desk are very helpful. Beautiful Boutique hotel.
- madhavi977 (10/5): Fantastic Weekend gateway - Neat, clean & very friendly staff lead by a dynamic manager Anjan Location 5 Atmosphere 5 Suite 5 Value 5 Cleanliness service 5 Amenities 5 Excel in all aspects. Thank you OTP
- Compass822504 (10/5): Wonderful Stay - Rooms are beautiful. Large like a Service Apartment. Very clean. Twice they do the room cleaning if required. Staff very polite and well behaved. Location easily accessible and right beside the Matara highway . It is a beach front property with lovely view.
- DavizMadrid (10/5): Amazing boutique hotel with great and warm service - Great experience and service. It's a small boutique hotel very close to the sea. We were a family of 3 and we were very satisfied with our recent staying. Architecture is great and the location superb. Really beautifully located by the sea (really, really close to the waves). Beyond that, the service was very good.
- bop675 (10/5): AMAZING!!! - Very kind staff!! Our stay was amazing and they do everything to make it comfortable for you. Thank you so much for all your help and kindness 🪷😊
- Excursion38100631647 (4/5): Extremely Disappointed – Beautiful Property, Horrible Service - I rarely write reviews, but this experience deserves to be shared. This hotel has so much potential with its stunning location and overall property design – but sadly, the service completely ruins everything. From the moment I arrived, no one at the front office acknowledged my presence. The staff seemed completely unaware of guest arrivals and had zero sense of professionalism. Basic manners were missing – no greetings, no assistance, and no courtesy whatsoever. It felt like the staff were doing me a favor by letting me stay there. The F&B service was equally poor. The waiters lacked training, were unresponsive, and looked lost most of the time. The only positive I can mention is that the food tasted good, but that’s not enough to make up for the awful service. The entrance to the hotel is also very unappealing and gives a bad first impression – a shame for such a nicely located property. To management: you seriously need to re-train your team. No matter how beautiful your hotel is, guests won't return if the service is this careless. Would never recommend this place to anyone unless major improvements are made.
- garmstro09 (10/5): Relaxing stay with exceptional staff - Absolutely loved my stay – pure relaxation from start to finish. The property is stunning, and I highly recommend booking an ocean view room—there’s nothing like falling asleep to the sound of waves every night. The location is breathtaking, the pool is peaceful and serene, and the set dinners were delicious and beautifully presented. The staff truly went above and beyond to make me feel welcomed and cared for. I felt completely at ease throughout my stay. Already dreaming about coming back!
- Gavin (10/5): The staff were exceptional - Had a really relaxing stay. The property is gorgeous and I highly recommend the ocean view room. The staff went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and looked after. Will definitely be back
- Andrew_and_SarahH (10/5): lovely location - Lovely location by the sea. We were upgraded to a suite so had a nice living/kitchen/dining area as well as a large bedroom. Very friendly staff. Easy to take a tuc-tuc to Unawatuna from the main road and the hotel gave guidance on an appropriate fare.
- Scottieburnett (8/5): Relaxing downtime - This was our final stop on a three week tour of Sri Lanka and was designed as our relaxing downtime before the journey home. Accommodation: Our room was "The Boat" which had a large well equipped bedroom with large balcony overlooking the gardens and sea; the view somewhat limited by overhanging trees. Good, large bathroom with excellent shower. Public Areas: The pool and bar areas were lovely and well maintained. The pool is very shallow at one end, so suitable for small children. The hotel sits right on the beach, but the beach at this point is rocky. A short walk takes you to a beach area where you can swim. Stilt fishermen operate right in front of the hotel, so lots of photo opportunities. There are two excellent library/TV rooms, both really tastefully decorated and well stocked with books, etc. Restaurant: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are very good; although the lunch menu is somewhat limited. Dinner was good particularly when we treated ourselves to the excellent seafood platter for two; although the menu price is only indicative of final cost dependant on fish/shellfish available. Staff: We found all the staff to be friendly, helpful and competent. Particular praise to the General Manager, his assistant, chef and all the bar/restaurant staff. We would certainly return for another very comfortable and enjoyable stay.
- sbeski (10/5): The paradise holiday - Excellent facility Great staff friendly and helpful Paradise setting Relax and enjoyable holiday for 12 of us Restaurant food amazing Near yo many shopping places that could be reached by uber or tuk tuk The kids loved the adventure Talpe beach natural pool was great We will go again very soon
- Mez_Lamb (10/5): Wonderful trip - Beautiful boutique hotel with amazing facilities and staff. We had a suite which was perfect for us and our children. Comfortable beds and excellent service. The breakfast was delicious and made to order. Lovely pool and quiet place. Highly recommend!
- Terencearthur (10/5): A real gem on the ocean's edge - This hotel is a real gem. We wondered what it would be like given its quirky name but it was wonderful. Lovely colourful buildings, very nicely decorated rooms and fantastic apartments. The pool isn't huge but good enough to get some exercise..the hotel is right on the ocean, in a beautiful small bay which, unlike nearby Unawatana, is unspoilt by inappropriate high rise hotels. Above all, Nihal the manager and all his staff went out of their way to help us, both with our choice of accommodation and local knowledge. Definitely one to return to.
- yasminen427 (4/5): Runned down hotel - The hotel is really runned down and feels more like a hostel than hotel. We only stayed for one night and left next morning. The breakfast was very basic. At best the room should go for a max $50 in high season. There is a mafia of tuktuk in front of the hotel, making it difficult to book a taxi through Uber. The Frangipani tree hotel is next door with a beautiful landscape, gorgeous pool, very comfortable and modern rooms, and a delicious choice of food.
- P8738BNjustind (10/5): A Wonderful Sri Lankan Paradise - This hotel was absolutely fantastic. It’s right along the beach with a cute small restaurant and pool. Far enough away from the craziness to enjoy some tranquility, but just a short Tuk Tuk away to enjoy the southern coast. I had a driver take me to Udawalawe National Park - a comfortable two hour drive - and got to see some spectacular wildlife, including elephants! Other great locations like Weligama and Galle Fort are very accessible too. The staff is what will bring me back. Everyone was kind, helpful, and accommodating. They suggested all kinds of activities and I was always greeted with such warmth. Thank you, I will certainly be back!
- Justin (10/5): - Fantastic paradise right on the beach. Close enough to all the tourism and excitement, but far enough away to have true peace and tranquility. The staff was absolutely phenomenal and the reason I will absolutely come back.
- nickypie (8/5): Quirky - Fantastic location by the sea after a busy 2 weeks touring Sri Lanka. We just wanted to relax and chill for a few days before going home. The hotel itself I would call quirky with a lounge containing hundreds of books as well as lots of nik naks and pictures to look at. We didn’t really make use of the room but enjoyed browsing the books! Our room was comfortable with an amazing sea view and balcony! The bed was a little hard but overall the room was quiet apart from the sound of the waves, which was lovely. I would recommend Insect repellent as there were quite a few mosquitos!! The restaurant was extremely quiet and the few time we dined there for breakfast or evening meal it was very often just us!! The menus for breakfast was limited but fruit and toast was offered as well as a few cooked items. Evening meal was also quite limited and a bit on the expensive side, but if you didn’t want to leave the hotel in the evening it was ok! Chelsea (guest relations) as well as the gentleman on reception made us feel very welcome and always went out of there way to chat to us about our day/plans Overall an enjoyable stay.
- the_hulls (2/5): Not worth a try - This review is for the restaurant. We did not stay at hotel. We had been recommended this place by our UK travel agent describing it as a great place to eat local fish. Buzzy and all. What a disappointment. We were the only people in a room that felt pretty sad. The menu is full of burgers and European dishes. The fish we ate was nice but at £45 ($55) for 2 plates of fish (served with a sauce and 4 potato wedges) a bite and a glass of wine it is certainly not worth a try!
- 375prasadr (8/5): Unique Name, Unique Theme, Unique Experience - Just like its unique name, the concept of hotel is also unique. Situated along the beach with ocean water sound fluffing ears, it is definitely a relaxing experience. Friendly staff, library, quirky room names definitely makes it unique. Since our booked room had some issue, we were provided free upgrade. The room had board game, blackboard, multiple balcony, books, etc to ensure guests can truly relax. Given our Jain food option, the chef provided us decent dinner & breakfast items. Some rooms don't have a phone in room to ensure no one can disturb. The booklet giving the story behind the hotel, nearby amenities, etc is a good addition. Scope of improvement is to have accommodation for drivers (of guest), availability of staff & kitchen at night hours, faster Wi-Fi speed, buttons of lights of few common spaces to be moved outside room, etc. Overall a relaxing stay
- sancar1983 (6/5): Disappointing experience - I’ll try and be as honest and fair as possible in this review. The truth is, overall I was disappointed. The photos on their website and the 5-star rating meant I thought I was booking a luxury stay at the end of our time in Sri Lanka, however that wasn’t the case. A few key things to highlight: - I was messages on the same day of arrival telling me that the bar and restaurant would be out of use, as they didn’t get their license approved. This may seem small but one of the reasons I book hotels over Airbnb type things is for the hotel vibe, of which these common areas play a big part. Instead we had an empty restaurant area with a closed sign to stare at. - The hotel itself needs a complete renovation IMO. It’s tired, dated and requires maintenance. It looks great in the photos but in reality it’s very tired. There were some good points though: - the young chap on reception and the main go-to was super friendly and accommodating (like every Sri Lankan I’ve met) - the pool area and beachfront is beautiful - the location is great. Just a short walk or tuk tuk away is Turtle Bay, which is incredible. A little further but not far is Unawatuna beach and Galle Fort, both worth visiting. Overall not a terrible experience but a disappointing one based on expectations set via their website.
- traceyrJ9878NQ (6/5): Lovely hotel but location let it down - The other reviews are correct - this is not a luxury hotel by any means, but what it lacks in luxury, it more than makes up for in character. It is beautifully appointed, very quiet and the beds are very comfy. The grounds are beautiful and the pool, while much smaller than it looks in photo's, was really nice. The service was amazing, however it took forever for the barman to make drinks. Unfortunately, the restaurant was closed when we stayed. As the hotel is about a 1-2 minute walk down a dark lane way, and there are no restaurants near-by, this meant a good 15 minute walk in the dark, down the alley then along a very busy main road with no footpaths and lots of holes. While we absolutely loved the hotel and the staff, we would not stay here again purely due to the location.
- francescorL7818UO (10/5): Gorgeous place, incredibly relaxing - This hotel is unbelievably relaxing. The location is basically unbeatable, you can see and hear the ocean in every corner of the property. the staff are so sweet and friendly and go out of their way to help. we were traveling with a small baby and it made our trip so much more comfortable to have the entire staff smiling and playing with her when she was around. the rooms are huge and i cant think of any other hotel i've ever been to which has such cool, unique style. truly it's a hotel unlike any other! PS make sure you get a massage with their incredible therapist!!!!
- OliWBN (10/5): Brilliant experience - Amazing Hotel, great hospitality, excellent staff, awesome chef who made every wish come true. This is a must see and have when you are in Sri Lanka. We enjoyed our vacations in this spot and loved every single second. We can deeply recommend the Owl and the Pussycat as a great place!
- Mindy (10/5): - We were very happy with our stay and the room was perfect for a family of 4.
- Love (6/5): Not worth the high price but friendly staff - On arrival we were upgraded to a larger room. The room was fitted with very short, rock hard bed made of wood and a AC not able to cool the room at all. After telling the hotel about our bad first night, they moved us to a much better room, with a comfortable bed and a well functioning AC. Very friendly staff but bad communication (the rock hard bed the first night, a malfunctioning laundry machine that apparently made our laundry come back dirty and they initially wanted us to pay full price for the service). Nice breakfast and good food. No beach access from the hotel which was a surprise for us. Overall a nice experience but not worth the high price.
- Megan (8/5): - Hotel is located right on the beach and is beautifully designed. Service was very good
- Vipin (10/5): er stay - Lovely hotel and great location to the sea. Book a sea view room. Excellent breakfast which is cooked to order. Our room didn’t have a tv but you can ask at reception to put one in. To be honest the area itself is so great you don’t spend much time in the room. Very close to Galle and Unawatuna beach.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - The design of the property is beautiful - great attention to detail. It is quirky yet elegant. The staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. They allowed us to shower in a different room after we checked out of our room as we wanted to stay by the pool longer. However the twin beds were extremely uncomfortable. It felt as if there was no mattress and we were sleeping directly on wooden planks. For such a lovely hotel it was quite surprising that this was the case.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Rauhallinen hotelli. Ei kuitenkaan ole mikään luxus hotelli. Hotelli saisi huomattavasti paremman arvostelun jos kiinteistöstä pidettäisiin parempi huoli esim. vesisateella vettä tuli ikkunoiden tiivisteistä läpi niin että lammikkoja oli käytävällä. Parvekkeita ei pestä säännöllisesti. Mutta kuitenkin ihan viihtyisä ja hyväkin hotelli.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The hotel was exactly what we were looking for, small boutique hotel that was a little quirky. Met the owners who made us feel very welcome
- Sarita (10/5): Oasis in Sri Lanka - The Owl and the Pussycat was the most amazing retreat. Every time we went out to explore local beaches or Galle we were more excited to return to the oasis that is OTP. The staff are wonderful and go out of their way to make sure guests are comfortable. I would go back to Sri Lanka just to stay at OTP again.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Very modern nicely decorated with a theme from the Owl & Pussycat Poem. Food ordered was very good.
- Paul (8/5): - Uber fashionable boutique hotel overlooking the sea. Very trendy restaurant, stylish decor, good food and excellent, friendly staff. Only drawback is there is no beach in front of the hotel and most of that coast is too dangerous - rocky and rip tides - to swim. If that is not an issue for you and you are ok swimming in a pool then everything else gets top marks.
- A (10/5): - Great staff .. great location .. Comes highly recommended.
- Kevin (10/5): Fun boutique hotel with great service. - Everything was perfect from the service to the room. We had a lovely mini vacation and look forward to staying again soon.
- Louise (10/5): Brilliant stay - Great little hotel! Superb touches, great food and drinks menu. Highly recommended
- Paul (10/5): - A fabulous, quirky and characterful boutique hotel. Great food. 15 minutes by tuk tuk to lovely Galle
- Lisa (10/5): One of the best places I’ve stayed! - If you’re looking at this property stop looking & just book it! I spent a few days solo at OTP & it was total bliss! Great room. Fantastic food. Abaxing staff! Great, beautiful place to relax & chill. I didn’t leave the hotel until I had to check out! Stunning sunsets to be watched as you sip a cocktail in the bar! I’ve stayed in plenty of hotels in 10 years of visiting Sri Lanka & this one is right up there!
- Richard (10/5): OTP has got everything right - The OTP hotel receives rave reviews for a very good reason. The setting created the opportunity to create a haven, and that is exactly what has been achieved here, with the pool, bar area and dining area combining to form a perfect set-up. When you consider the level of service provided by all the staff, it truly stands out from the crowd.
- Verified traveler (8/5): Nice Hotel, Edge of the Beach. Not for swimming. - Around a 2hour drive from Colombo airport to OTP Hotel in Galle. One of the nicer hotels along the strip, as the remainder seemed to be Guest Houses. The view from the hotel was gorgeous, overlooking the ocean and stilt fishermen. Rolling waves and beautiful colours. The hotel itself looks much larger from the photographs, so don't expect large grounds, but rather small quaint dining area and pool. Pool was a touch warm, but perhaps due to the blistering sun around April when we visited the hotel. We were "upgraded" to the Suite E Pie room, however bigger than the room we booked, this was on the ground floor and our door opened out to the gift shop. Not the privacy we wanted, although the doors/windows were all blacked out. We asked to move back to our original room, but they had booked that out. We found it more of a demotion rather than an upgrade. Breakfasts was served by the ocean in the main dining room, mainly outdoor seating. The continental portion was OK, but the food had to be covered by nets to watch out for the flies. Don't expect great things here, but it was doable for 5 mornings. You can also choose from a selction of hot breakfast's, a mix between Western and Local. Overall was ok. The Dinner menu was more varied, but again, don't get yout hopes up too high, and they add on a hefty 30% surcharage at the end so it quickly adds up. Highlights were the special Lobster that was avaialble on our last night ($90 SGD for 1kg) and the Passionate Pussycat cocktail.
- Josephine (8/5): Beautifully Themed And Always Check Your Privacy - Amazing room and the theme was carried throughout. I love that they were environmentally friendly and did not provide bottles of water. Instead you get a jug of water in your room. The bed and pillows were amazing. We were pleasantly surprised when we were informed everything in the 'mini bar' was complimentary. Yummy canapés were also provided free in the evening. We were disappointed there wasn't much of a sand beach in front. And our greatest horror was when we realised the bathroom window was not tinted! The shower stall is right at the window and our balcony was connected to the next room! Not to mention, guests from a 3rd room also had a clear view if they were at their balcony. We discovered by accident when one of us was in the balcony and the toilet light was switched on. The staff were stunned as they confirmed NO ONE had ever noticed this, themselves and past guests. We had to wait a while and look for them a 2nd time before they came with plastic sheets to cover the windows. They did apologise profusely and promised to have a permanent solution the next day, but we were only there 1 night.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - very nice Boutique Hotel with proper Service and a lovely atmosphere. Located directly at the sea, but you will have to walk to a proper beach, though. Not very far...
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