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  • 5/5 Luis B. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a marvelous boutique hotel. It is beautifully decorated, staff is second to none. It is truly a place to get lost from the rest of the world for a few weeks to focus on whatever is needed in your life. The hotel offers morning yoga, has a well kept swimming pool, access to two beaches (hotel is literally next to the beach), wonderful breakfast and restaurant and I could go on forever. What sets it apart is the attention to detail. Rooms can be resized according to needs: from a two bedroom suite that even has a private kitchen and living area to a small bedroom. Best for last. It has what they call a 'Drawing Room' that contains a library. It is a unique space intended for guests to borrow a book, draw, be inspired, play board games, etc. Please do not skip this one. Make sure you spend a few nights and you won't be disappointed.
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  • 5/5 expat s. 4 years ago on Google
    Does everything right. Easy get-away locale with luxury touches. Excellent chef makes delicious food and drinks. Staff helpful and friendly.
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  • 5/5 Shifa Mohammed H. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the Best Boutique Hotel's in Galle to Stay for Vacation. The Hotel is Beautifully Made . Lovely and Peaceful Ambience with Beach view. Very Friendly Staff and Amazing Services. They also have their own Restaurant "The Runsible Spoon" which serves Tasty Food . Loved every bit of my stay over here 😍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Salon dilsha U. 3 months ago on Google • 44 reviews New
    Lovely , beautiful, clean and safety place for stay.. as well good staff working on this place . As well nice swimming pool so I do love it..

  • 5/5 Rama S. 1 year ago on Google
    OTP is not just a stay, it’s an experience. We have experienced this gem of a boutique hotel a few times and loved each one. All our rooms have been sea facing and each had its own flavor. No hint of an assembly line feel of a Radisson or Hyatt here. The designer touch is there everywhere. Every staff member we encountered was delightful, always smiling and eager to help! And the hostess-par excellent ! The sound of the sea, the gentle breeze, drinks under the cabana, superb massages and scrubs facing the sea, walks along the spectacular shore and delicious food! What more do you need to promote your sense of well being?! Justifiably picked up by Michelin!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel M. 2 years ago on Google
    The perfect hotel. Every room had charecter and the staff were excellent, spotlessly clean. Everyone was incredibly helpful and the views were stunning. It felt like a home from home. Food was excellent, we will be back. Lots.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emily F. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely wonderful experience. The staff is incredible. Food was delicious. We were well taken care of. Highly highly recommend for honey moon, family vacation. Central location. AMAZING! Will be coming back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sally M. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved this hotel down a tiny side alley so you wonder where you are going then out of reception into a tropical paradise. Our room was beautiful and the bar and restaurant great. Pool huge. Right by the sea. Food delicious and lovely friendly staff. Only 6km from Galle and a fantastic place to stay
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matheesha G. 1 year ago on Google
    Even though it was a short stay it was a wonderful experience. Would love to visit again. Highly recommended

  • 5/5 Michael M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice hotel with a good location and reasonable pricing. Turtle beach is just a walk away and only a short drive into Unawatuna. Complimentary evening drinks are a nice touch and service was warm and friendly. Very accommodating with a late checkout as well.

  • 5/5 Wahab I. 3 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Truly one of the best hotels in Sri Lanka, we were made to feel at home! We had a small kitchen in our room but both the kitchen (especially Chef Janaka) and the front desk Nihal aided us in cooking a meal there! Just an incredible experience! Chef Janaka even went out of his way to specifically make us a traditional Sri Lankan breakfast and lunch Thali! Nihal gave us the best recommendations and was a delight to chat with! This was incredible from start to end!

  • 5/5 Rriz w. 11 months ago on Google
    Loved this hotel down a tiny side alley so you wonder where you are going then out of reception into a tropical paradise. Our room was beautiful and the bar and restaurant great. Pool huge. Right by the sea. Food delicious and lovely friendly staff. Only 6km from Galle and a fantastic place to stay

  • 5/5 Ascanius R. 11 months ago on Google
    Absolutely wonderful experience. The staff is incredible. Food was delicious. We were well taken care of. Highly highly recommend for honey moon, family vacation. Central location. AMAZING! Will be coming back

  • 5/5 Sharath S. 11 months ago on Google
    A fantastic boutique hotel in a great location close to Galle with plenty of activities to do nearby. The rooms are large with direct sea view and in the style of apartments.. the restaurant can make bespoke food which was very helpful for a family with young kid. The views are serene especially watching the blue sea and the fishermen..will surely return.. thank you to the staff

  • 5/5 Rui Miguel V. 10 months ago on Google
    I visited a few hotels as an external guest. I spent the afternoon by the lovely pool and had lunch in the restaurant. Food was absolutely delicious and the waiter very kind! I can’t say about the rooms, but definitely worth a visit/stay if you have a chance.

  • 5/5 sunil kumar s. 11 months ago on Google
    Thank you for a wonderful stay. It was our first family holiday to Italy and you made it a lovely one. The rooms were spacious for all four of us and the facilities were clean and well kept. The staff were friendly and the breakfast was suitable for children.

  • 5/5 nainesh r. 11 months ago on Google
    Staying in this hotel was a wonderful experience, it gives you a homely feeling. Rooms were spacious ,clean and had everything that was needed. Every staff like guards, receptionist, housekeeping all are smiling faces, very well mannered and extended every possible support & service that was required. One of the best hotel. Looking forward to stay again and avail their hospitality. 🙂

  • 5/5 Karthick R. 11 months ago on Google
    Absolutely love this place, best stay in Sri Lanka. Staff are so friendly, rooms are lovely. Good food, really relaxing around the pool

  • 5/5 Atul K. 11 months ago on Google
    Our visit to this “little piece of Heaven” in the town of Thalpe was a total delight and highly recommend it. It’s a beautiful drive from Colombo to Galle, a historic fort city, with a colonial feel with influence of the Portuguese, Dutch and The English. The resort itself set the tone and pace of a what a vacation should…I’d recommend starting with a Arrack Sour to settle in to take the breathtaking view. Then as you get nestled into one of the many beach facing rooms and the waves of the Indian Oceans slamming on the rocks and silver waves find a comforting and soothing background during your stay there… After I’d suggest trying one of the many walks to lagoons to find calming dips in warm calm waters and take some picnic that the amazing Chef can prepare for you. Speaking of Chefs - the delicious menu will awaken your senses with a wide variety of local treats and traditions. Best part are the exquisite designed rooms - each with own unique features that make you feel like a home away from home. We spent 5-days of absolutely wonderful experience of the staff, managers and the support crew who are always smilingly ready to help and please their patrons. I’d encourage doing this trip with $ being strong and supporting the local economy that depends on tourism. The only surprising thing I found is how few of the locals spoke English. When in Colombo please visit the Ministry of Crab. It’s quite an experience…expensive but worth it. I can speak enough about how lovely, kind, civic minded the Sri Lankans are. The cities are clean and roads amazingly modern - so travel is quite fun. I plan to be back with my family and friends again…and enjoy the Hospitality of the OTP.

  • 5/5 meenatchi m. 11 months ago on Google
    perfect pool surroundings. Would recommend any time. The staff are very nice and kept the bar open on several occasions. Great breakfast also.

  • 5/5 Mayuri p. 11 months ago on Google
    Amazing is the only word I have for my experience in this hotel.. Rooms., food, amenities everything was bang on.. Staff is well trained and polite.. Strongly recommend..

  • 5/5 dhiyush s. 11 months ago on Google
    OTP is not just a stay, it’s an experience. We have experienced this gem of a boutique hotel a few times and loved each one. All our rooms have been sea facing and each had its own flavor. No hint of an assembly line feel of a Radisson or Hyatt here. The designer touch is there everywhere. Every staff member we encountered was delightful, always smiling and eager to help! And the hostess-par excellent ! The sound of the sea, the gentle breeze, drinks under the cabana, superb massages and scrubs facing the sea, walks along the spectacular shore and delicious food!

  • 5/5 Anantha r. 11 months ago on Google
    Good choose for this place The hotel is the perfect place for anyone who wants to relax and enjoy healthy yet delicious meals. The staff is very attentive and helpful. The beach right at the border of the hotel, allow you to experience mesmerising sunsets.

  • 5/5 Marina A. 4 years ago on Google
    The hotel is the perfect place for anyone who wants to relax and enjoy healthy yet delicious meals. The staff is very attentive and helpful. The beach right at the border of the hotel, allow you to experience mesmerising sunsets.

  • 5/5 Kristina S. 1 year ago on Google
    Perfect place. Every detail, food, service, additional services as rent a bike - everything was truly amazing. I will definitely come back! Thank you!

  • 5/5 Prashanth V. B. 1 year ago on Google
    Our visit to this “little piece of Heaven” in the town of Thalpe was a total delight and highly recommend it. It’s a beautiful drive from Colombo to Galle, a historic fort city, with a colonial feel with influence of the Portuguese, Dutch and The English. The resort itself set the tone and pace of a what a vacation should…I’d recommend starting with a Arrack Sour to settle in to take the breathtaking view. Then as you get nestled into one of the many beach facing rooms and the waves of the Indian Oceans slamming on the rocks and silver waves find a comforting and soothing background during your stay there… After I’d suggest trying one of the many walks to lagoons to find calming dips in warm calm waters and take some picnic that the amazing Chef can prepare for you. Speaking of Chefs - the delicious menu will awaken your senses with a wide variety of local treats and traditions. Best part are the exquisite designed rooms - each with own unique features that make you feel like a home away from home. We spent 5-days of absolutely wonderful experience of the staff, managers and the support crew who are always smilingly ready to help and please their patrons. I’d encourage doing this trip with $ being strong and supporting the local economy that depends on tourism. The only surprising thing I found is how few of the locals spoke English. When in Colombo please visit the Ministry of Crab. It’s quite an experience…expensive but worth it. I can speak enough about how lovely, kind, civic minded the Sri Lankans are. The cities are clean and roads amazingly modern - so travel is quite fun. I plan to be back with my family and friends again…and enjoy the Hospitality of the OTP.

  • 4/5 winnie h. 4 years ago on Google
    The 2 bedroom suite was perfect for our family of 5, with 2 young kids and my mum. Good size rooms, living room has a kitchen (to make coffee and tea). The restaurant by the sea had great view. It serves good food, we had dinner there twice. The issue was the choice of metal chairs. They were obviously rusted, had bad rusty smell, really bad decision for seaside furniture. Housekeeping was quick to clean the room. Good service crew.

  • 5/5 Vikash G. 2 years ago on Google
    A fantastic boutique hotel in a great location close to Galle with plenty of activities to do nearby. The rooms are large with direct sea view and in the style of apartments.. the restaurant can make bespoke food which was very helpful for a family with young kid. The views are serene especially watching the blue sea and the fishermen..will surely return.. thank you to the staff

  • 3/5 Chris W. 2 years ago on Google
    Didn't eat or drink here was just a call in to see if they wee open during the Curfew weekdn of March 2022...the menu was varied and well priced, food & drink, the one staff member I spoke to was very polite, good English and we had a pleasant but short conversation, the seating area was well spaced with very comfortable padded seats and a lovely pool and views tight out to sea so this is a place I will return to. Will review the review once I have returned. But initial feeling is good, friendly, pleasant place to dine.

  • 5/5 Pablo R. 1 year ago on Google
    Great hotel, and perfect pool surroundings. Would recommend any time. The staff are very nice and kept the bar open on several occasions. Great breakfast also. They were very helpful in arranging daytrips for us.

  • 5/5 Zihan M J. 2 years ago on Google
    Last Visit Nov 2021. Excellent Location. Secure beach access to all guest. A pool right in the middle. Good food and excellent service. Well managed. Little harder to find if you travel in the night. Look for the Owl that's the only way. All managed by Asela, doing an excellent job. Very helpful staff and understand the needs of the customer. Good for foreigners, specially for long stay.

  • 5/5 The Treatment R. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely love this place, best stay in Sri Lanka. Staff are so friendly, rooms are lovely. Good food, really relaxing around the pool, I didn't want to leave!!

  • 4/5 IAN J. 2 years ago on Google
    A lovely hotel with friendly staff and lovely beach view. A nice pool and great place to relax. A good location with 10 minutes in a tuk tuk to most bars and restaurants.

  • 5/5 Cora O. 2 years ago on Google
    We have been upgraded so we had a bigger room with kitchen and veranda. Love the place. No tv available as the main purpose of the place is merely for relaxation. Place is exclusive to its residents. Nice beach. Pool is a little small for me but it is good for ur kids. Beds, pillow etc are so comfy. Huge washroom. Love the food and fantastuc service. Thanks a lot to Dilumi who assisted us all the way- so friendly and helpful and Asela(hope we got the name correct) who upgraded us. There is a good deep tissue massage by the beach too if u need any. Thanks Sheran for the yummy pavlova for my daughter's bday cake. The FnB Manager made sure our food were all served well.

  • 4/5 David J. 2 years ago on Google
    Hotel has really nice location, it's in a small village which is full of locals and only few tourists. Some small shops are in walking distance and in tuk-tuk distance are few markets. Hotel has beautiful rooms with nice views and nice staff that will try to help you with everything you will need. Our room was cleaned several times a day. Right in front of the hotel is beutiful beach - the best we have seen during our visit in Sri Lanka, however there is no good access to the beach, as you have to ask staff everytime you want to go to the beach because of locked gate. On the other hand, there is really nice and clean pool in the middle of garden. Hotel has around 10 rooms and a lot of loungers in the garden - so you won't be in any need or miss anything. I must say this hotel is prefering quality way above quantity. Unfortunately we were promised that there is going to be available yoga lessons and massages, but you have to ask at the reception and they will call someone external - of course for hefty fee. At one time there were only few guests and the staff wasn't really doing their job - the breakfast was supposed to be ready at 7:30 am and when we came to the restaurant at 7:45 they still haven't even started. This hotel is also one of the more expensive hotels you can stay at.

  • 1/5 alia h. 4 years ago on Google
    Have booked to stay here next month over Christmas but am now cancelling as we are being forced into a 'mandatory Christmas eve gala dinner' which costs $60 a head without drinks! Such a shame as would have liked to stay but not going to be forced to pay for a dinner I do not want.

  • 5/5 Amila P. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place seen in Una


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Amenities


  • Hotel
    • ✓ Free Wi-Fi
    • ✓ Breakfast
    • ✓ Parking
    • ✓ Outdoor pool
    • ✓ Air-conditioned
    • ✓ Laundry service
    • ✓ Beach access
    • ✓ Room service
    • ✓ Kid-friendly
    • ✓ Restaurant
    • ✓ Spa
    • ✓ Fitness center
    • ✓ Bar
    • ✗ Airport shuttle

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