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Owl and the Pussycat

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with a fitness center

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
OTP Signature One Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Suite Melodies | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Suite Melodies | View from room
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa

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788 Matara Road, Thalpe, Unawatuna, Galle, 80615
  • Mihiripenna Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Unawatuna Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Jungle Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Room (OTP Standard Room without Ocean View)

  • 340 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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OTP Signature One Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

OTP Signature One Bedroom Suite

  • 1055 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Little Treats | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite Little Treats

  • 340 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Melodies | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite Melodies

  • 500 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse | Living area | 42-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Penthouse

  • 1055 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite-E-Pie | Living room | 42-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Suite-E-Pie

  • 786 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Dreams | Balcony

Suite Dreams

  • 840 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

OTP Signature Two Bedroom Suite

  • 1425 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Unawatuna

Owl and the Pussycat places you next to Mihiripenna Beach and within a 15-minute walk of Dalawella Beach. This 17-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Mihiripenna Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dalawella Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Unawatuna Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Jungle Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 22 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wijaya Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Summer Garden - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Daffodil - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zazou Beach Club Sri Lanka - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sun N Sea Wood fire restaurant, Coffee shop and Guesthouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Owl and the Pussycat

Beachfront hotel with a fitness center
Owl and the Pussycat features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a library.
The 17 individually decorated accommodations feature balconies or patios and afford space to spread out with a separate bedroom. 42-inch LED TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Runcible Spoon

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 7 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 65.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 75
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 7 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 125
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 60 (from 7 to 11 years old)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 65.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-noon
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number GH/20228/0140

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Owl Pussycat Galle
Owl Pussycat Hotel Thalpe
Owl Pussycat Hotel Unawatuna
Owl Pussycat Thalpe
Owl Pussycat Unawatuna
Owl the Pussycat
Owl and the Pussycat Hotel
Owl and the Pussycat Unawatuna
Owl and the Pussycat Hotel Unawatuna

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Owl and the Pussycat?

Owl and the Pussycat offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Owl and the Pussycat?

This hotel is located in Unawatuna, just steps from Mihiripenna Beach. You'll also find Dalawella Beach and Unawatuna Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Owl and the Pussycat?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Owl and the Pussycat?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages, body treatments, and mani/pedis.

Does Owl and the Pussycat have a casino?

No, Owl and the Pussycat doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Owl and the Pussycat?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Owl and the Pussycat?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Owl and the Pussycat have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Owl and the Pussycat feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Owl and the Pussycat serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Runcible Spoon.

Does Owl and the Pussycat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Owl and the Pussycat.

Does Owl and the Pussycat have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Owl and the Pussycat?

Yes, every guestroom at Owl and the Pussycat comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Owl and the Pussycat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with our stay and the room was perfect for a family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Love

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is located right on the beach and is beautifully designed. Service was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vipin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern nicely decorated with a theme from the Owl & Pussycat Poem. Food ordered was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Paul, Poole, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

A, Ldn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff .. great location .. Comes highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant stay

Great little hotel! Superb touches, great food and drinks menu. Highly recommended

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fabulous, quirky and characterful boutique hotel. Great food. 15 minutes by tuk tuk to lovely Galle
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Et fantastisk sjarmerende hotell med høy standard.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

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