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Owl and the Pussycat

3.5 star property

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Bar (on property)
A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area, and a chalkboard sign.
Interior entrance
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Suite Melodies | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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788 Matara Road, Thalpe, Unawatuna, Galle, 80615
  • Place, Mihiripenna Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dalawella Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Talpe Natural Pool
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (OTP Standard Room without Ocean View)

  • Ocean view
  • 340 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area, and a chalkboard sign.

OTP Signature One Bedroom Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 1055 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite Little Treats | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite Little Treats

  • Ocean view
  • 340 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite Melodies | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite Melodies

  • Ocean view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Penthouse

  • Beach view
  • 1055 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite-E-Pie

  • Ocean view
  • 786 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite Dreams | Balcony

Suite Dreams

  • Ocean view
  • 840 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

OTP Signature Two Bedroom Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 1425 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Unawatuna

Located in Talpe, Owl and the Pussycat is adjacent to Mihiripenna Beach and a short stroll from 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
  • Talpe Natural Pool - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Galle Fort - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Black&White - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Angel Beach Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shanthi Beach Resort - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Shanti Shanti - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wijaya Beach - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Owl and the Pussycat

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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a library.
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 are dressed in premium bedding. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and minibars are also standard.
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.

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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

  • Owl and the Pussycat rest

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 175
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 88 (from 6 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

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

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

How much does it cost to stay at Owl and the Pussycat?

As of Jul 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Owl and the Pussycat on Jul 16, 2026 start from $117, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 mani/pedis, massages, and body treatments.

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 a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

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 Owl and the Pussycat rest.

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 available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Owl and the Pussycat?

Yes, every guestroom at Owl and the Pussycat comes with a balcony/patio and some offer ocean and garden views.

Owl and the Pussycat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Rooms were really comfortable and the staff were exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

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

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
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ERIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Let me start we arrived at the hotel staff was super friendly right from the beginning. As we we’re walking to see our room we went towards the water to find out no beach since we are beach people my wife started to lose it I said let’s see the room first as she is telling Me I am not staying here . We go up to the room it was beautiful and comfortable! Well she opens cabinets where tv is supposed to be no tv boy she wanted to murder me . I said let’s spend the night and we will talk about it . Next morning we wake up have amazing breakfast and decide to sit by beautiful pool over looking the ocean how beautiful it was just like being on the beach without the sand she loved it ! Wow things got even more amazing find out that internet was so strong that she gets all her shows and she got into reading she was so happy ! Then we started to get to know the staff and they could not do enough for us the chef made us anything we wanted anytime we wanted I can’t say enough how perfect and fast the two weeks went. We travel all over the world to some of the biggest and best hotels and resorts in the world this hotel was intimate and small and we probably had one of the best times and felt at home at all times if I can recommend any hotel, this would be the one Amazing me I am not staying here
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Zuvorkommende Personal, ausserordentlich leckere Küche, sehr schöner und gepflegter Pool, Freundlichkeit aller Angestellten ist hervorzuheben
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vipin

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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.
Verified

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Zygimantas

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026