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    Cafe Ora

    3.8 (116 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 11:00 AM

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Bathroom in bar area
    Nevaeh G.

    I stayed at Hotel Per La for my birthday and overall had a good experience, though a few hiccups kept it from being perfect. The boutique design is beautiful--elegant and thoughtfully styled--and the location is great, with lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance. I also loved the standing tub in our room and the city views from the windows. The rooftop pool area was a highlight too, especially during happy hour. The frozen wine slushie was my favorite! Service was responsive--extra towels arrived within 15 minutes, which I appreciated. With the resort fee, you also get some nice perks, like an $18 daily food and beverage credit. That said, there were a few issues. On our first night, the closet light kept turning on while we were asleep, waking us up three times. Around 2 AM, we called the front desk and they offered us a room change, which was kind, but we were exhausted and just wanted to sleep. We eventually figured out the light was motion-sensor activated and covered the sensor to stop it. Still, it was odd since we weren't even moving. Noise was another downside. Even on the 11th floor, street sounds were loud, and we could clearly hear conversations in the hallway. On our last night, we tried to get a snack around 9:30 PM, but there had just been an event and people were taking photos near the restaurant area. Staff seemed tied up, and after waiting about 10 minutes without being acknowledged, we gave up and ordered Uber Eats instead. It was frustrating and not worth paying more after that experience. The rooftop bar also closed early--about 30 minutes before posted hours--even on a Friday night. The bartender's choice for happy hour was an espresso martini, which isn't really my thing (I forgot caffeine with alcohol was a thing). We only ordered one, but were served two--didn't want to make a fuss, so we drank them anyway. One last note: the mini fridge is mostly stocked with overpriced items, so there's little room for your own snacks or drinks. Parking is $60/day, so I had someone drop me off to save money. Just something to be aware of, along with the resort and other fees.

    The restrooms are located on the bottom down some stairs, which used to be the old Bank vault.
    Kaleo P.

    I am actually trying to write a review of a beautiful breakfast place located right next-door to café Ora as both are located in the hotel La Perla in downtown Los Angeles. The ambience was amazing. It was clean beautifully furnished great food awesome service and you felt like you're in another world sitting in that restaurant.

    bank vault bathroom
    Mel R.

    Very Instagrammable property with superior customer service and accommodations! There a so many photo ops in this beautiful space. It felt like an escape in the bustle of downtown LA.

    Paul A.

    Took the train in and then subway to the 7th street station, then an easy walk to the hotel. Easy check in with a great lobby dining area. We stayed in room 1102, fun room, big bathroom, faced LA Athletic club, not really a great view room. Awesome rooftop pool and bar, solid cocktails! I would stay here and then explore the Biltmore... Stayed at the Biltmore a couple times, but this place is better. Grabbed some breakfast the next morning which was delicious! Very accommodating staff in the restaurant, friendly service.

    Bedroom
    Jesse S.

    Great property and perfect for a short stay! The front desk is extremely kind, the building is unique (an old bank based on the giant vault in the basement), the rooms are clean and spacious, and the bed is comfortable. If you have Marriott status, you'll also get complimentary pastries and drip coffee in the morning - which is great since there's no in room coffee machine. The other big plus is certainly the rooftop, which I enjoyed working from on the weekdays. There is no true desk, so you have to make do with the small sofa and table. And if you're in the center of the building your room looks directly into those across from you; however, I'm used to living in cities so that didn't phase me much.

    Hamik G.

    Amazing Hotel. Service is great. Rooms are amazing. Rooftop is beautiful. Restaurant is delicious. Price is reasonable. City needs to clean up the outside area and have some security officers for safety

    Grace N.

    My bf and I stayed here for two nights two weeks ago and we loved it! I like to check out local boutique hotels from Marriott Bonvoy when possible and I was so happy with my decision! The location of Per La is awesome!! Especially for me because it's around the corner from Bottega Louie and St. Vincent Square (where you can get the best Mediterranean food at Mima's, or pastries at Pichoun, or wander around the whole downtown! I love the location! The hotel - I also love it! I love whoever their interior design was. Room was very stylish and the whole hotel was gorgeous! The hotel is pretty old and you can definitely see the wear and tear in the beautiful room though. One of my favorite about the room? Well, two, is the bed/mattress and the rain shower head, and super strong water pressure on the handheld shower head one. Omg, I think you can really hose down something and hurt it in the process with their water pressure, but I'm not complaining.. because, the sink drain is moody, needs a nudge from time to time. The hotel itself, like everyone mentioned, is so gorgeous. I love historical LA and gorgeous architecture like this one, which was an old Italian bank. The vault room turned into restroom was one of the main attraction! Food here was also good. Their avocado toast with all the bells and whistles really worth the price. The destination fees go toward dining there so don't forget to use it. Convenient coffee store downstairs too although they close quite early. Their "continental breakfast" here is a pastry and a coffee or tea. But, it's still better than nothing! We didn't mind because we usually don't eat breakfast or there are way too many places to eat in the area to try anyway. Staff was nice and attentive! Gym was nice, a bit claustrophobic since it is in the basement.. kinda, and there was water leaking or stain everywhere... Overall, I really appreciate what the hotel has to offer and I love how quaint it is, definitely has a mix of modern and antique and it works so well. Parking - if you don't want to do valet, you can park across, offsite, not managed by Per La but by LAAC (Los Angeles Athletic club). We parked here for our 2 nights 3 days stay, but no in/out privileges. If you want in/out there are couple offsite parking lot nearby, maybe 15 min walk. But, we didn't really need a car if you stay in DTLA anyway. Overall, love it and highly recommend it!

    Sandra M.

    Is this place pricey? Yes. Is it worth it? Yes! Hands down, one of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept in - the down/feather duvet was divine and cozy. The shower was the BEST! Full pressure water, and it felt like a spa. The suite I stayed in was absolutely lovely with lots of unique charm. Everyone I encountered working there was incredibly friendly and helpful. Beautiful hotel, wonderful customer service, and the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in. The only thing to make note of is the mandatory destination fee. They do give you several options to "use" your fee through complimentary breakfast, food at their restaurant, or in room dining, which offsets the fee.

    Cynthia H.

    A surprisingly quiet room. I couldn't hear the outside DTLA noise nor traffic even on a Saturday night. Overall, the room was very cozy and spacious. The bed was extremely comfortable. A coffee machine in the room would've been nice and more counter space in the bathroom (no bathtub). This is a one or two day hotel stay at most. And there's not much closet space nor drawers. I was annoyed that I didn't have a functioning hotel phone in the room to call for room service or other hotel requests. Upon check-in, the front desk provides two $35 coupons to use at the restaurant for food or drinks, which was really nice. The gym is on the bottom level and had plenty of weights, treadmills, and machines to use but it was a bit cramped.

    The tattered headboard in our room
    Dionne B.

    We only spent one night here and they gave us an "upgraded" room. I will say that it was very retro chic. The rooftop pool is pretty small but nice with a bar and plenty of seating and cabanas. The style and decor was cute. The building used to be a bank so they still have the vault and the hotel has much character, only they really need to upgrade the rooms. The furniture looks like it has never been replaced. The headboard was awful and the rug was in pretty bad shap. Not to mention the seating in the lobby was dirty. There is no parking but they do offer $60 valet services. That being said, the staff was nice. I don't think I would have wanted to stay more than 1 night, nor will I return.

    Rooftop
    Amanda N.

    I had a great experience at this hotel in DTLA. I was lucky enough to get the opportunity to attend a Spotify event at the hotels rooftop pool. Prior to the event the rooftop pool was calm, clean, quiet and relaxing. There were people there working from their devices as well as people sunbathing. The drinks were so great! Service was fast and all of the waiters and bartenders were attentative to anyone who walked in. There are nice plants and a garden like unique feel toe the roof. The view is beautiful as most views are in LA. The décor inside the hotel was super trendy and such a great vibe. The rooms are so nice and the bed is comfortable. They really pay attention to detail and color. It is a pleasure to be a guest here! The location is walking distance to so many great spots!

    Mezzanine level view to restaurant
    Eliza J.

    Hotel PER LA Italian for "For Los Angeles" is housed in the former headquarters of the Bank of Italy, Giannini Building, of 1922. Lots and lots of history. The owners have kept the integrity of building's historic architecture throughout. The interior designer has done an exquisite job with design, furnishings, textures, colors ... throughout. The hotel is a beautiful beautiful gem in DTLA. The rooftop bar CLARA is the entrance to a magical rooftop pool, where you have a 360 degree view of the fantastic LA skyline. On our next visit we shall dine at Ristorante Per L'Ora. Restaurant inside hotel. We are told we must have the Lobster and Pork-belly. Sounds like a very delicious version to a surf and turf. Hotel PER LA is a must stay at. A must see for yourself. Let her wrap her arms of History around you. She will forever be etched in your memory.

    Pool area
    Hektor M.

    Room was so nice, hot tub in the room. Everyone in the hotel is super friendly. From valet to reception. At the Pool Bar ask for Victor he is THE man! Best espresso martinis in the city by far. Great staycation. Alex the bar manager set us up on a cabana and gave us a 5 star treatment. Highly recommend anyone looking to have a drink with a great view and great quality service

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    Matt B. and I are living with my parents these days, and one of the benefits of this arrangement is…read morethat we can leave the house quite easily after the kids go to bed. We decided to get a drink to celebrate Father's Day, only to strike out at the first two bars we tried--I guess a lot of places are closed at 9:30 on a Sunday. This is how we ended up at Thunderbolt, a buzzy bar in Echo Park, just far enough away that we'd never made our way over. I loved it immediately. Thunderbolt has the friendly, comfortable atmosphere of a neighborhood bar and the hip aesthetic and high-level cocktails of a millennial boozer destination. (Not that young people can't or shouldn't hang out here, but it seems especially geared toward people like us, who drank at Walker Inn a decade ago.) We ended up sitting next to a guy who regularly drives up from Palos Verdes. I guess the place gets pretty busy, but it was ideal on a Sunday night. Happening but not crowded, with just enough space at the bar for us to grab two seats together. The bartender was great, super helpful and welcoming. He also made excellent drinks. Thunderbolt is one of those bars with an encyclopedic illustrated book for a menu. Not a long menu, just a detailed one, with a lot of information available about each drink. We got a Liquid Picnic and a Barcelonnette--just one round to close out the weekend. Both were delicious. The Liquid Picnic was a smooth, savory gin martini made with London dry gin, tomato, citron, vermouth, rosemary, and black pepper. I learned from the book that it used clarified tomato water. (There was also further reading about the clarification process.) The Barcelonnette was a mezcal sour with Suze, passionfruit, and lime, the foam made without egg white through some geeky mixologist process. Thunderbolt is not our neighborhood bar, but we plan to go back when we can to check out the rest of the menu. It's a wonderful place, well worth a jaunt on the freeway.

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