Lazy Cat Lounge, Lowell, MA

177 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA 01852, United States
+1 978-954-5172
$$$ Cat cafe
(64 Reviews)

Welcome to the Lazy Cat Lounge, a delightful cat café located in the heart of Lowell, MA, at 177 Merrimack St. This enchanting spot is not just a café; it's a sanctuary for cat lovers where coffee meets companionship and every sip is complemented by the joyous presence of adorable felines.

Upon entering, you are immediately welcomed by a warm and cozy atmosphere, adorned with charming Victorian décor, comfortable seating, and an inviting gas fireplace. The aesthetic is designed to create a harmonious environment where both guests and kitties can relax and unwind together. As you settle in, the gentle purring of resident cats envelops you in a sense of tranquility, making every moment spent here a blissful escape from the everyday hustle.

The Lazy Cat Lounge offers unique experiences that cater to all types of cat enthusiasts. Here, you can engage with the lovable resident cats or, if you're lucky, meet some of the adoptable cats from local shelters that are looking for their forever homes. Customers rave about the loving nature of these furry friends. One patron, James McQuesten, describes how the cafe's staff creates a vibrant and friendly atmosphere, full of “crazy kitties and lazy kitties” that ensures a delightful visit each time.

The café offers a variety of beverages and treats crafted with care. Guests have enjoyed sipping refreshing lemonade and indulging in delicious sugar cookies, making for the perfect pairing while cuddling with the cats. Each visit is an opportunity to taste local flavors and savor delightful snacks that enhance the overall experience. And as one reviewer noted, the café food/drink menu was “surprisingly large,” ensuring there’s something for everyone.

Making a reservation for the cat room is an essential part of your visit, and it’s well worth it. These sessions are meticulously timed to ensure that every guest has the chance to interact with the cats comfortably. Kathryn Santos highlights the rewarding feeling of knowing that your reservation helps fund cat sheltering and adoption—so every visit contributes to a greater cause!

Many guests speak highly of the lounge’s friendly atmosphere and the exceptional care provided to the cats. Whether it’s the affectionate purring from the permanent residents or the intoxicating charm of newly adoptable kittens, every experience at the Lazy Cat Lounge promises priceless moments. Customer J recalls the cozy décor and how well the kitties are treated, assuring that you won’t feel crowded even on busier days.

With rave reviews and countless charming interactions with the resident and adoptable cats, it’s clear that Lazy Cat Lounge isn’t just a cafe; it’s a community space filled with love. Ellie Poitras-Cote perfectly encapsulates this sentiment, expressing gratitude for a place where one can relax and decompress, with coffee in hand and kitties by their side.

So, whether you’re a local or just passing through Lowell, make sure to stop by the Lazy Cat Lounge for a heartwarming experience that is bound to leave you with treasured memories. With its inviting ambiance, adorable cats, and delicious treats, it’s a perfect retreat for cat lovers and anyone looking to add a little joy to their day!

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
On-site services
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Payments
Credit cards
Children
Discounts for kids
Parking
Paid multi-storey car park
Paid street parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

64 Reviews
James McQuesten

16 Aug 2025

Been there a few times, super friendly staff and the gift shop is cute. The cats are always fun to visit with… sometimes they are all crazy kitties and running around and sometimes they are lazy kitties lol. It’s always a good time hanging out with Cats ⬛

Kathryn Santos (Kathy)

14 Aug 2025

This is a very small cafe/cat-themed gift shop, with a separate room with many friendly, adoptable cats. The cafe side is open to anyone. You need to pay for a reservation to enter the cat room for a 50 minute session of enjoying cat company. All the profits go to cat sheltering and adoption This is a wonderful place for those of us who don't have a cat, or are looking for a cat to adopt - all the cats are looking for homes. I had a great time playing with an energetic tuxedo cat and stroking a soft, black longhaired cat. I highly recommend the Lazy Cat Lounge for a calming, enjoyable hour of cat!

William Dalton

31 Jul 2025

This place was great! You can tell they really care about their cats! The cafe food/drink menu was surprisingly large. The ‘cat room’ itself was spacious and had plenty of toys for the cats to play with. All the cats were friendly and so cute!

J

22 Jul 2025

Went today and absolutely LOVED the experience. Very cozy, decorated well, clean, and tons of space and hiding spots for the kitties if they need it. The five cats there today I believe are residents and not adoptable, and they are so incredibly sweet. Very playful and so soft and well cared for. There were 10 of us in the room which I felt was maybe a bit too many, felt a tiny bit crowded and hard to get kitty time in without feeling like I was hogging it from others. Though it did lead to some nice conversations! I also love that they close during the day for a while to give the cats a rest and sanitize the space! They were so careful with making sure everyone was sanitized going in and had booties on - its clear these cats are being very well cared for. Someone also often checked in to make sure they were doing okay. There were coloring books available and comfortable seating.. The coffee is AMAZING and I ended up getting a second one on my way out. Very reasonably priced and at a good size. The snacks are yummy too. There was tons of local art and I made sure to grab a few stickers and a cat toy, and once I have some more money I will absolutely get some of the adorable pottery. The staff was friendly and helpful as well. Everyone I spoke to was lovely. I wish there was some dedicated parking nearby but it wasn't too difficult locating a street spot. Seems like an amazing new spot and I can't wait to be back!

Marisa Cronin

21 Jul 2025

I had the best afternoon with four of the sweetest kitties! I would recommend arriving to the cafe earlier than your scheduled time to check out the various crafts made by local artists and buying a sweet treat/drink or two! The lemonade and sugar cookies were fantastic! The kitty room itself was spacious + cozy, and even though there were 9 other people in the room other than myself, I did not feel cramped at any point! Each staff member I encountered was also very kind and helpful. I hope this place continues to thrive and I will definitely be back soon!

Ellie Poitras-Cote

11 Jul 2025

Oh my goodness!! The Lazy Cat Lounge is the most perfect place for any and all cat lovers! The coffee was great and the company was even better!! Staff was warm and welcoming, and we were able to relax and enjoy our time with the sweet kitties! Thank you Lazy Cat Lounge for a wonderful way to relax and decompress!!! We will definitely be back!!

Jessica Buster

08 Jun 2025

This newly cat café has four very friendly and affectionate permanent resident cats, and are working on a more regular number of adoptable kitties from local shelters. (We meet Christie, who was being adopted shortly after our visit!) Their decor is charmingly Victorian, with comfortable wingback chairs and settees, a gas fireplace, and lovely deep windowsills for the cats and guests to watch the street go by. They offered a small but pleasant variety of hot drinks, snacks, and baked goods, as well as obviously cat themed items for sale. Like any cats, the feline residents sleep often, but are open to ear scritches, lap time, and play when they're up, and gentle petting when they aren't. Great companions for some time with a cup of tea and book.

Jessica Burke

01 Jun 2025

The Lazy Cat Lounge is such a gem! I have been twice now...once with only their four AMAZING resident cats, and another time with more adoptable cats. The first time, I was the only one in the room, and it was such a cozy spot to hang and pet the kitties. The second time there were a few others with me and it did not deter from the experience. All of us had chances to pet every cat that was willing to be touched (we were told there was one adoptable friend that needed to come to us instead of the other way around) and was great! The staff are so friendly and let you know all about the cats and their personalities. They also take safety very carefully--upon your first visit you'll have to sign a waiver, and they make sure that you sanitize your hands and wear shoe covers when entering the cat room. As for the cafe part, the coffee and tea selection is great! Their gift shop is also a cat lover's dream. There is quite literally something for everyone (cat or human)! Please go visit them, it's absolutely worth the trip! I cannot wait for my next visit!

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