Cinema Motel
A straightforward Van Nuys motel with solid scores and food nearby
A motel in Van Nuys
Cinema Motel is a one-star motel in Van Nuys, California, with rates starting at $141 per night. It has earned a 4.2/5 guest rating across 50 reviews, with property condition, service, and cleanliness all drawing mostly positive mentions. The location works well for getting around, with transit access and a string of restaurants within a short walk. Oriental Kid Chinese Restaurant is 80 metres away, and several other spots — Ono Hawaiian Barbeque, Lido Pizza, Pho 99, Sam Woo Village — are all under half a kilometre.
Who this stay suits
A no-frills motel with generally positive guest scores, convenient transit access, and plenty of dining options right outside the door.
Best for
- Budget-conscious travellers
- Short stays with early departures
- Visitors needing transit access
- Solo travellers or road trippers
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting hotel-style facilities
- Those seeking a destination stay
The property at a glance
Across 50 guest reviews, 15 of 18 property mentions were positive. That points to a motel that is kept in reasonable shape, even at the one-star tier. Rates start at $141 per night.
Food within walking distance
Eight dining spots sit within 500 metres of the motel. The closest is Oriental Kid Chinese Restaurant at 80 metres. Ono Hawaiian Barbeque, Lido Pizza, and Pho 99 are all under a quarter mile.
Getting around Van Nuys
Transit is one of the location's clearest practical advantages. Van Nuys sits in the San Fernando Valley with bus routes and metro connections that link to wider Los Angeles without requiring a car for every trip.
On the map
Things to do nearby
- Workaholics -- The House attraction 0.69 km
Where to eat
- Oriental Kid Chinese Restaurant restaurant 0.08 km
- Fatburger fast food 0.19 km
- Firehouse Subs fast food 0.2 km
- Ono Hawaiian Barbeque restaurant 0.21 km
- Lido Pizza restaurant 0.24 km
- Pho 99 Vietnamese Restaurant restaurant 0.38 km
Across 50 reviews, the property itself drew the most attention: 15 of 18 mentions were positive. Service scored 9 of 12 positively, and cleanliness came in at 8 of 10. No single area pulled the overall 4.2/5 rating down, which is consistent for a motel at this price point.
- Things to do3.3
- Restaurants4
- Public transit4.6
- Airport access3.9
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Cinema Motel located?
The motel is in Van Nuys, California. The area has good transit links and a cluster of restaurants within walking distance, making it practical for visitors without a car or those staying briefly.
What is the nightly rate?
Rates start from $141 per night. Prices may vary by date and availability, so check directly when booking.
What do guests generally think of the motel?
The guest rating is 4.2/5 from 50 reviews. Property condition, service, and cleanliness all received mostly positive mentions across those reviews.
Is there somewhere to eat nearby?
Yes. Oriental Kid Chinese Restaurant is 80 metres away. Within 400 metres you'll also find Fatburger, Firehouse Subs, Ono Hawaiian Barbeque, Lido Pizza, and Pho 99 Vietnamese Restaurant.
Can I get around Van Nuys without a car?
Transit access is listed as a location strength. Van Nuys has bus connections and links to the broader Los Angeles transit network, which makes car-free travel from this motel workable.
Is this motel rated or classified in any way?
Cinema Motel is a one-star motel in Van Nuys, California. It is not a hotel, resort, or serviced apartment — it operates as a standard roadside motel.
How many guest reviews does the motel have?
The motel has 50 guest reviews, with an overall rating of 4.2/5. The review pool is modest but consistent across the main topics: property, service, and cleanliness.
Is the location good for restaurants?
Restaurants are one of the location's noted strengths. Eight dining options are within 500 metres, ranging from quick fast-food counters to sit-down spots like Sam Woo Village and Pho 99.
How do I book Cinema Motel?
Availability and current pricing can be checked through the booking link on this page. Rates start from $141 per night and vary by date.