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Freehand Los Angeles

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with 3 restaurants, near L.A. Live

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Poolside bar
Coffee service
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe King - Corner Studio | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Sundeck
Located near L.A. Live, Freehand Los Angeles offers a vibrant retreat with shopping on site, 3 restaurants serving local and international cuisine, and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy the poolside bar and rooftop terrace while taking in the city views or relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers; guests rave about this hotel's central location, helpful staff, and refreshing pool.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Pool bar
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is $95
$143 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium King - City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

King

7.2 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Private Female Quad

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Bed in 6 bed room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Bed in 8 bed room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe King - Corner Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Bed in Quad

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium King - Skyline View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Bed in Female Quad

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Private 8 bed room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Private Quad

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Private 6 bed room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
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The price is $130
$151 total
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Jul 8 - Jul 9
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About the neighborhood

Map
416 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA, 90014

What's nearby

  • L.A. Live - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Crypto.com Arena - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Los Angeles Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Walt Disney Concert Hall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dodger Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 23 min drive
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 27 min drive
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 33 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 34 min drive
  • Los Angeles Cal State Station - 8 min drive
  • Glendale Transportation Center - 10 min drive
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 12 min drive
  • 7th Street - Metro Center Station - 8 min walk
  • Pershing Square Station - 9 min walk
  • Pico Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Broken Shaker - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cognoscenti Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Andante Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hilltop Coffee and Kitchen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Freehand Los Angeles

Freehand Los Angeles features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of L.A. Live and Crypto.com Arena. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Exchange Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 7th Street - Metro Center Station is 8 minutes and Pershing Square Station is 9 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 226 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • One child (17 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 59.40 per night)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1924
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

The Exchange Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Broken Shaker - This poolside rooftop bar specializes in local cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Rudolph's Bar & Tea - This lobby lounge specializes in local and international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Cafe Integral - This café specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 59.40 per night

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Freehand Los Angeles Hotel
The Freehand Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles Hotel
Freehand Los Angeles Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles Hotel Los Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Does Freehand Los Angeles offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Freehand Los Angeles does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Freehand Los Angeles?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Freehand Los Angeles?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Freehand Los Angeles?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 59.40 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Freehand Los Angeles?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Freehand Los Angeles?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Commerce Casino (10-min drive) and Parkwest Bicycle Casino (12-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Freehand Los Angeles and nearby?

Freehand Los Angeles has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Freehand Los Angeles?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, local and international cuisine, and pool views.

What's the area around Freehand Los Angeles like?

Freehand Los Angeles is in Downtown Los Angeles, a short 8-minute walk from 7th Street - Metro Center Station and 11 minutes' walk from L.A. Live. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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Freehand Los Angeles Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Bed
Bar
Rooftop bar
Bathroom
Lobby
Restaurant
Rooftop pool

What guests liked

  • The rooftop pool and bar area offered a great atmosphere and enjoyable experience for guests. (57 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of dining options and a rooftop bar with great views and drinks. (21 reviews)
  • The property's wifi was fast and reliable, allowing guests to zoom call and work without issues. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

This place is super special. Fun bar scene at night. Great restaurant in the lobby and lots to see and do in the immediate neighborhood
2-night trip

10/10

Nice place to stay!!!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent food and staff on the rooftop!
2-night trip

10/10

Was one of the best hotels I've ever stayed at regardless of price. Very friendly and helpful staff, clean room, comfy bed, amazing views. Would highly recommend.
1-night trip

10/10

I come here all the time, it's one of the best hidden gems in LA.
4-night trip

6/10

Expensive for a basic room with basic amenity.
2-night trip

8/10

Nice spot for the money... Enjoyed the service, and the room, while being a bit outdated, was comfortable and with great water pressure in the shower. The hotel is in a central location, easy walking to many places as well as the Metro.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place!
3-night trip

10/10

Cool hotel, great bars and restaurants, great staff
2-night trip

10/10

Great all around , nice. quiet .clean great showers friendly staff, great views , was able to budget out and not break the bank ! Definitely recommend
Cool view from the Room
2-night trip

8/10

I enjoyed my stay there and will definitely come back.
4-night trip

10/10

Very nice stay. Hotel is in very good location & easy for every access.
2-night trip

10/10

Great vibe and nice staff!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent Hotel
4-night trip

8/10

Minus the wifi, signal waa weak this time around and caused problems with syncing audio to video with my firestick. Movies eventually were off sync and made movies, Youtube unwatchable
2-night trip

10/10

Everything about this was perfect! Definitely excited to stay here again soon!
1-night trip

10/10

Very cool retro hotel with rooftop pool and bar. Friendly staff and well maintained.
2-night trip

10/10

The restaurant and bar options at Freehand are great! Location is good also, plenty to do nearby, and the valet parking option was very convenient.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location and hospitality for a hostel.
Great views from the rooftop bar and swimming pool area (pic # 1)
Great views from the rooftop bar and swimming pool area (pic # 2)
Great views from the rooftop bar and swimming pool area (pic # 3)
Great views from the rooftop bar and swimming pool area (pic # 4)
4-night trip

8/10

Clean nice hotel just middle in LA, friendly staff , house keeping works well. Sure some noice is coming ro rooms from streets, but its same all hotels in city centers, easy access to metro and busses
6-night trip

6/10

The city was on curfew & it ruined my stay, i’ll be sure to not come to DTLA again
2-night trip

8/10

The quad was good for a one night layover on a train trip arriving at the nearby Union Station.
1-night trip

10/10

I like this place it’s great
1-night trip

10/10

Friendly, clean and fantastic roof top pool
6-night trip

10/10

Valet is pricey but other then that awesome stay.
1-night trip