La perla Motel
9514 Long Beach Blvd, South Gate, CA 90280, Florence-Graham, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
La perla Motel is a 2-star motel in the Florence-Graham area of greater Los Angeles, located at 9514 Long Beach Blvd, South Gate, CA 90280. It holds a strong public rating of 4.4/5 based on 48 reviews. Guest feedback most consistently highlights cleanliness and a quiet, comfortable stay.
Rooms
Reviews frequently describe the rooms as very clean, with comfortable beds. Some guests note that while the rooms are clean, they prefer bringing their own towels. A few reviewers also mention a “new” feel to the rooms.
Amenities & Services
On-site amenities are not documented in the available sources for this property. Travelers who need specific features should confirm details directly before arrival.
Location & Nearby Highlights
From this South Gate address on Long Beach Blvd, notable nearby attractions include Watts Towers Arts Center (about 2.6 km away). Major Los Angeles cultural and downtown points of interest are within roughly 9.6–12.2 km, including the California African American Museum, Crypto.com Arena, GRAMMY Museum, Grand Central Market, The Broad, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and The Museum of Contemporary Art. Farther afield, you’ll find Dodger Stadium (~14.0 km) and Hollywood Walk of Fame (~19.9 km), plus museum destinations like LACMA and the Petersen Automotive Museum (~18.3 km).
Best for
This motel is best suited to budget-minded travelers who prioritize a clean, quiet place to sleep and want access to central Los Angeles attractions without staying directly downtown. It can also work well for visitors planning to see nearby cultural sights such as Watts Towers Arts Center, or to make short drives into DTLA venues like Crypto.com Arena and the concert halls and museums around Grand Ave.
Travel tips
If your itinerary includes Downtown LA attractions such as The Broad, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Grand Central Market, or Crypto.com Arena, plan for a short drive of roughly 10–12 km from the motel. For a closer outing, Watts Towers Arts Center is only about 2.6 km away. Amenities aren’t documented, so consider packing essentials you care about (and some guests specifically suggest bringing your own towels).
What guests say
Guest feedback most consistently emphasizes exceptional cleanliness, often describing the rooms as very clean. Comfort is also noted, with positive mentions of the beds. Several reviews highlight a quiet atmosphere, which can be important for light sleepers. A minor recurring caveat is that at least one guest recommends bringing your own towels.
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