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Freehand Los Angeles

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with 3 restaurants and bars

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2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge
Deluxe King - Corner Studio | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Lobby sitting area
Sundeck
Coffee service
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
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
(69 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe King - Corner Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Bed in Female Quad

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Family Room

Highlights

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

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

Private Quad

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Los Angeles, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, Freehand Los Angeles is near a metro station. Walt Disney Concert Hall and Hollywood Bowl are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Universal Studios Hollywood and Warner Brothers Studio are not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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416 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA, 90014

What's nearby

  • L.A. Live - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crypto.com Arena - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Los Angeles Convention Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Walt Disney Concert Hall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Dodger Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Los Angeles Cal State Station - 8 min drive
  • 7th Street - Metro Center Station - 8 min walk
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Broken Shaker - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joyce - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Andante Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden Gopher - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Freehand Los Angeles

Upscale hotel near L.A. Live
Located close to Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Convention Center, Freehand Los Angeles provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and shopping on site. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Swimming pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an outdoor pool, and express check-out
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and 1 meeting room
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 226 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 61.05 per night)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Broken Shaker
  • Cafe Integral
  • Rudolph's Bar & Tea
  • The Exchange Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1924
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 61.05 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Freehand Los Angeles pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Freehand Los Angeles?

Valet parking is available for USD 61.05 per night.

What time is check-in at Freehand Los Angeles?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Freehand Los Angeles?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Freehand Los Angeles located?

Located in Downtown Los Angeles, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Orpheum Theatre, L.A. Live, and Crypto.com Arena. Los Angeles Convention Center and Walt Disney Concert Hall are also within 1 mi (2 km). 7th Street - Metro Center Station is 8 minutes by foot and Pershing Square Station is 9 minutes.

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Freehand Los Angeles Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1684 out of 2778 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 553 out of 2778 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 246 out of 2778 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 2778 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 176 out of 2778 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

tashika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, easy check in
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The design, the staff were all lovely- did stay in a private room
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay to sleep and shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lots of restaurants and bars nearby. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing and so cool.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean.. friendly people
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was at my disposal and great area all around... Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Werner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice to have a great time with your friends at the rooftop. Rooms are very nice and have nice views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

YANELY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love this place! It will forever be a spot I stay when I come to LA
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SELFY SUSANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like it because the place is convenient and walkable it is great for solo travelers like me
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool place. Would return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Great and friendly staff who are willing to help.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

cody

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in downtown LA beautiful rooftop pool and bar. Very friendly reception and valet parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay and felt safe while I was with them! The staff was really nice and the girls I stayed with in the dorm were all really cool overall great experience and would definitely do it again! Also has a Dunkin’ Donuts right across the street which is convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sin-ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good choice if you want to stay at somewhere cheap and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. I have stayed here several times it is definitely one of my favorite places to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful. The staff was very friendly easy parking very convenient near a lot of shops and restaurants, and I love my view from my room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rooftop bar
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice I would recommend coming back here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the ideal place for the traveler on a budget or the business person needing to lock in and focus on work. This is a great place, and centralized to all the shopping and entertainment DTLA has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
super cute and amazing staff and cleaning crew
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, front lobby & Rooftop Bar staff. Room was Nicely decorated and very clean. Rooms very private and Secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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