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Owl and the Pussycat

3.5 star property
Waterfront hotel with a fitness centre
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Suite Melodies
OTP Signature Two Bedroom Suite
Bar (on property)
42-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is AU$547
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025

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788 Matara Road, Thalpe, Unawatuna, Galle, 80615
  • Mihiripenna Beach
    4 min walk
  • Persian Kitchen BBQ
    4 min walk
  • Midigama Railway Station
    22 min drive
  • Koggala (KCT)
    11 min drive

Room options

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

Room (OTP Standard Room without Ocean View)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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OTP Signature One Bedroom Suite

OTP Signature One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
  • 98 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Little Treats

Suite Little Treats

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Melodies

Suite Melodies

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse | Living area

Penthouse

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
  • 98 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite-E-Pie | Living room

Suite-E-Pie

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
  • 73 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Dreams | Balcony

Suite Dreams

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
  • 78 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

OTP Signature Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • 132 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Unawatuna

Owl and the Pussycat places you steps from Mihiripenna Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Dalawella Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .You can enjoy LED TVs with cable channels, and all 17 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi, balconies or patios and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and room service make in-room dining easy, and minibars provide refreshments. Premium linens invite a comfortable night's sleep, and you'll find nice touches like dressing gowns and slippers. Additionally, safes, hairdryers and phones are available. .A day of pampering can include massages, body treatments and mani/pedis. The restaurant, The Runcible Spoon, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Unawatuna hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Talpe Natural Pool and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Unawatuna Beach.

What's nearby

  • Mihiripenna Beach - 4 min walk
  • Dalawella Beach - 11 min walk
  • Unawatuna Beach - 2 min drive
  • Galle Fort - 11 min drive
  • Jungle Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Owl and the Pussycat

Waterfront hotel with a fitness centre
Owl and the Pussycat offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Owl and the Pussycat. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Unawatuna hotel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Owl and the Pussycat offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Owl and the Pussycat

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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 security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number GH/20228/0140

We should mention

  • Children aged 7 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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 is the cancellation policy at Owl and the Pussycat?

Owl and the Pussycat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 31 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Owl and the Pussycat on 13 Jan 2025 start from AU$546.91, 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.

Is parking available at Owl and the Pussycat?

Yep, Owl and the Pussycat has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Owl and the Pussycat?

Yep, Owl and the Pussycat is a short 11-minute walk from Dalawella Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

Is there a spa on site at Owl and the Pussycat?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Owl and the Pussycat. You'll enjoy services like body treatments.

Does Owl and the Pussycat have a pool?

Owl and the Pussycat has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Owl and the Pussycat a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Owl and the Pussycat.

Does Owl and the Pussycat serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Owl and the Pussycat?

No, Owl and the Pussycat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Owl and the Pussycat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Owl and the Pussycat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Owl and the Pussycat?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Owl and the Pussycat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 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

Mindy

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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...