Olympic Motor Lodge
A clean, straightforward base for Los Angeles, priced from $342.
A motel in Los Angeles
The Olympic Motor Lodge is a motel in Los Angeles with a guest rating of 4.3/5 across 25 reviews. It sits within easy reach of the La Brea Tar Pits district, with several restaurants, a bar, and a cafe all under a kilometre away. Airport access is a noted practical strength for guests coming and going from the city. Rooms start from $342, and the motel's repeat strengths in reviews centre on cleanliness and the property itself.
Who this stay suits
A clean, no-frills motel in Los Angeles with convenient access to the La Brea Tar Pits area and solid airport connections.
Best for
- Travellers wanting a clean, reliable base
- Those prioritising airport access
- Visitors planning to explore the La Brea area
- Short city stays
Less suited to
- Travellers expecting hotel-style facilities
- Those seeking on-site dining
Location and local access
The motel's neighbourhood puts Tom Bergin's Public House at 0.49 km, Meals by Genet at 0.59 km, and the La Brea Tar Pits at 0.68 km. Black Dog Coffee and The Counter are both under a kilometre away.
Cleanliness record
Among the reviewed topics, cleanliness stands out clearly: all 8 guests who mentioned it rated it positively. The property itself drew 5 positive mentions out of 6.
On the map
Things to do nearby
- Sinking Mammoth artwork 0.67 km
- La Brea Tar Pits attraction 0.68 km
- Pit 91 attraction 0.75 km
- Project 23 attraction 0.77 km
- Tembo's residence attraction 1.14 km
Where to eat
- Tom Bergin's Public House bar 0.49 km
- Meals by Genet restaurant 0.59 km
- The Counter restaurant 0.7 km
- Black Dog Coffee cafe 0.84 km
- Ebisu restaurant 0.86 km
- IHOP restaurant 0.86 km
With 25 reviews and a rating of 4.3/5, the Olympic Motor Lodge scores consistently on the basics. Cleanliness received positive mentions from every guest who raised it — all 8 of 8. The property overall drew 5 positive mentions out of 6. No other themes generated enough volume to draw conclusions.
- Things to do4.9
- Restaurants3.1
- Public transit2.5
- Airport access4
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is the Olympic Motor Lodge?
It is a motel in Los Angeles. The La Brea Tar Pits are approximately 0.68 km away, and several restaurants and a bar are within half a kilometre.
How much do rooms cost?
Rooms start from $342. Check current availability for specific dates, as rates may vary.
What is the guest rating?
The motel has a guest rating of 4.3/5 based on 25 reviews. Cleanliness and the property itself are the two most consistently praised topics.
Is airport access straightforward from here?
Airport access is flagged as a practical strength by guests — it is one of the two location qualities most noted in reviews. Specific transfer options are best confirmed at booking.
What is there to do nearby?
The La Brea Tar Pits, Pit 91, and Project 23 are all within 0.77 km. The Sinking Mammoth artwork is at 0.67 km. All are walkable from the motel.
Are there restaurants within walking distance?
Meals by Genet is 0.59 km away and The Counter is 0.7 km. Tom Bergin's Public House, a bar, is the closest at 0.49 km. Black Dog Coffee is at 0.84 km.
Is the property clean?
Cleanliness is the top-reviewed topic: all 8 guests who mentioned it left a positive comment. It is the single most consistent finding across the available reviews.
How do I book the Olympic Motor Lodge?
Rates from $342 are available through standard booking platforms. Check directly for the most current availability and any applicable conditions.