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Freehand Los Angeles

Freehand Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles – Los Angeles, CA
Freehand Los Angeles – Los Angeles, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Freehand Los Angeles

Located 2625 feet from LA Live in Downtown Los Angeles, the Freehand Los Angeles features a rooftop pool & bar with 360-degree views of the city. Guests can also enjoy a meal at The Exchange Restaurant & take advantage of the complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Private rooms offer a flat-screen 49" cable TV and a work desk. Many offer city views and seats by the window. Shared rooms offer bunk beds with sheets, a shared private bathroom, and a locker(locks not provided). The Exchange Restaurant offers Israeli cuisine in a setting that pays homage to the old Owl Pharmacy that used to inhabit the building. The property also features the lobby bar, Rudolphs, and Cafe Integral, which offers coffee in the mornings. You will find a 24-hour front desk and a fitness center. Los Angeles Convention Center is 5 minutes' drive away, while Pershing Square is 3 minutes' drive away. Microsoft Theater is 2953 feet from Freehand Los Angeles, while Staples Center is 0.6 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 11 mi away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.0 / 5
Great 5520 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    its starting to need some better maintainance or refresh. Stafff was very hospitable.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Super cool hotel with great history!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Also last year I stayed in a standard single and seemed larger than last night's room. Staff is very helpful especially helping me with my bicycle. Next year I will demand a larger room that's higher up.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very nice rooms, excellent showers. Bathroom space to put toiletries is a bit small - a very minor point. Wifi is good and reliable. Rooms had an iron and ironing board, but lacked a coffee machine. Good breakfast options, Very helpful staff.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Affordable for solo travelers. Very Clean room, well maintained every single day. The ambiance is Lit specially the pool and bar at the rooftop staff are Fabulously kind and gentle. I am well Accommodated. Highly Recommended

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel is very clean and the people are super nice. The roof top is so charming. The area of LA around the hotel is a little "interesting" and there is public parking around the corner. I thought the amenities fee was ridiculous since we didn't use any of the amenities.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I chose this establishment because it was reminiscent of McMenamins properties in Oregon. I loved the history and the ambiance of the building. If you’re expecting modern amenities in rooms, you won’t find it here. But, you will find amazing staff, character, and a prime spot in DTLA. Access to main highways was easy. The location reminded me of a similar hotel in Seattle. You will hear outside noise and traffic, but that wasn’t a deterrent for me. There is a shopping center and CVS just a few blocks up, and plenty of business to Door Dash from. If you want to stay somewhere with ambiance and excitement staff, this is the place for you.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

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  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Good stay,polite staff. Walkable distance to CVS, Starbucks, subway, Whole Foods, Paris baguettes etc

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Fantastic property. Great service. Water pressure was unbelievable

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    also- breakfast was really good but also very expensive.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Our room was really clean and the bed was really comfortable, it was a bit loud at night outside, but it’s okay , we had an overall pleasant stay.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    ALSO the hotel does not have free parking only valet. However, there are a bunch of parking options within walking distance of the hotel. The area is relatively safe

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Passable

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The fire alarm went off at 8 am with no communication and the phone did not work. After evacuating (walking down 8 flight of stairs), we returned with an announcement that it was a false alarm. Went to breakfast in the hotel and the server forgot to put our order in so we waited over an hour. I would go back just to visit the rooftop bar.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very nice hotel. Very friendly staff. Very clean. You will not be disappointed

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Stayed in a shared room. The latch for the locker I was assigned was broke. Staff were incredibly helpful and solved the problem immediately. Very well kept historical building. The part of town is a little unsafe after dark but otherwise good.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Reception staff were rude when I arrived, didn’t explain anything just gave me my room key Extremely expensive for a “hostel” No where to fill up drink bottles or to relax outside of your room. Downstairs there is a restaurant/cafe but can’t sit there without purchasing food Rooftop bar was fine, pretty expensive

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Excellent

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel was trendy and attractive. In a good location near the metro. Rooms were clean We had a big bed in a small room. The bed was in a corner which meant I had to crawl over my wife to go to the bathroom at night. We missed having a water kettle in the room. Food at the poolside bar was way overpriced for what you get.

Frequently asked questions about Freehand Los Angeles

Does Freehand Los Angeles have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Freehand Los Angeles offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Freehand Los Angeles offer parking?
Yes, Freehand Los Angeles offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does Freehand Los Angeles have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Freehand Los Angeles offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Freehand Los Angeles have a fitness center?
Yes, Freehand Los Angeles features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Freehand Los Angeles located, and how walkable is the area?
Freehand Los Angeles is located at 416 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014. With a Walk Score of 96, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Freehand Los Angeles
  • Los Angeles Convention Center 0.8 mi
  • University of Southern California 2.3 mi
  • Endeavour 2.6 mi
  • 2028 Summer Olympics 5.0 mi
  • Dolby Theatre 6.2 mi
  • Hollywood Walk of Fame 6.4 mi
  • DreamWorks 7.9 mi

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