If you’ve ever packed for a trip while your cat watched from the doorway—judging you silently, deeply, and with unmistakable betrayal—you’ve probably asked yourself: Isn’t there a better option than a neighbor with a key and a vague understanding of scooping etiquette? Turns out, there is. It’s called Catopia—and yes, it’s officially a thing.
Located on the second floor of an office building on Route 7 in Wilton, Catopia is a luxury cat hotel that flips traditional boarding completely on its litter box. This feline-only retreat reimagines what “going away” looks like for cats—no cages, no gloomy back rooms, and absolutely no dogs.
Instead, Catopia offers 25 private suites (and when they say suites, they really mean sweet). Rooms range from 45 to 100 square feet—yes, your cat may now officially have more square footage than your first apartment! Each space is thoughtfully designed with themed décor, bright colors cats can actually see (yellow is apparently very in right now), climbing walls, cozy beds, scratching posts, toys, and windows. There are even interior windows that let guests engage in a little light socializing— without any hiss-terics.
Catopia doesn’t stop at good looks. This hotel truly earns its whiskers with daily playtime, enrichment activities, and photo and video updates sent directly to owners. For cats who prefer a little extra pampering, there are add-ons like steam brushing, milk lollipops, red light therapy, and gourmet treats including fresh (never frozen!) shrimp and scallops. Your cat may return home with a more refined palate than you.
Managing partner Marisa Best brings a background in hospitality that includes Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, so she knows a thing or two about five-star experiences—whether the guest walks on two legs or four paws. “We wanted to create a place where cats feel calm, safe, and genuinely cared for,” says Best. “Cats are sensitive creatures, and the environment really matters. Catopia is designed so they can relax, explore, and feel at home, even when their humans are away.”
Best’s partners Rich and Dennis Grimaldi come from hospitality and real estate backgrounds and were inspired to create Catopia after struggling to find a stress-free boarding option for their own cat. Turns out, necessity really is the mother of
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So who’s checking in? Guests range from energetic kittens not quite ready to be left home alone, to senior cats who need a little extra TLC, to owners seeking peace of mind from unexpected events like power outages.
Rooms are $69 to $119 per night depending on size and view, with discounts for sibling cats sharing a suite. During holidays, Catopia fills up quickly—proof that the demand for luxury cat travel is, in fact, not “kitten” around.•
