Olympic Motor Lodge

Olympic Motor Lodge

5850 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, Los Angeles County, United States

Guest rating: 4.3 / 5

Overview

Olympic Motor Lodge is a small motel-style property on West Olympic Boulevard in Los Angeles (90036), positioned in the Miracle Mile area of Los Angeles County. It has a public rating of 4.3/5 based on 26 reviews, with guest comments highlighting a compact, no-frills feel and personable ownership.

Rooms

Room details are limited, but guest feedback notes in-room basics such as a bathtub and a mini-fridge. Reviews also suggest the property is “tiny,” indicating a straightforward, motel-scale stay rather than a full-service hotel experience.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The lodge sits within easy reach of major Museum Row attractions: the Petersen Automotive Museum (about 591 m), Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (about 722 m), Los Angeles County Museum of Art (about 740 m), and the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (about 751 m), including the Lake Pit (about 654 m). Shopping and dining at The Grove are also close (about 1.6 km). Farther afield, guests can reach Hollywood landmarks such as TCL Chinese Theatre (about 5.2 km), the Hollywood Walk of Fame (about 5.6 km), and the Hollywood Bowl (about 6.4 km), plus Griffith Observatory (about 8.6 km), Universal Studios Hollywood (about 8.9 km), and the Hollywood Sign (about 9.2 km).

Best for

This property best suits travelers who prioritize being close to LA’s Miracle Mile museums and attractions over extensive on-site amenities. It’s particularly convenient for museum-goers with multiple major venues (Petersen, Academy Museum, LACMA, and La Brea Tar Pits) all within roughly a 10-minute walk. Guests who appreciate a small, family-run atmosphere may also find it a good fit.

Travel tips

If you plan to visit Museum Row, you can cluster several major stops on foot from the lodge, including the Petersen Automotive Museum, LACMA, the Academy Museum, and the La Brea Tar Pits. For Hollywood attractions and theme parks (such as the Walk of Fame or Universal Studios), plan extra travel time since they’re several kilometers away. Reviews mention checkout delays, so consider building flexibility into your departure timing.

What guests say

Reviews commonly characterize Olympic Motor Lodge as a very small, simple place with a no-frills setup. Guests specifically mention practical in-room basics such as a bathtub and a mini-fridge. A notable positive theme is the kindness and accommodating nature of the family owners. A negative theme also appears around slow or delayed checkout experiences.

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