Freehand Los Angeles

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

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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.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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
$129 nightly
$150 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Poolside perfection
Hotel pool area features loungers and shady umbrellas. Guests enjoy tasty meals and drinks at the poolside bar and restaurant.
City center architecture
Find Beaux Arts elegance at this city center hotel. The rooftop terrace and poolside restaurant create a picturesque urban oasis.
Multicultural dining scene
Food lovers can enjoy 3 restaurants with local and global dishes. Poolside dining is available. A cafe and 2 bars serve vegan and vegetarian choices.

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Jewelry District - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Orpheum Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pershing Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • L.A. Live - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Crypto.com Arena - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 33 min drive
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 38 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 44 min drive
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 47 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 - 7 min walk
  • Pershing Square Station - 9 min walk
  • Pico Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen - DTLA - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Broken Shaker - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Andante Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joyce - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Golden Gopher - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Freehand Los Angeles

Freehand Los Angeles features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live. 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 7 minutes and Pershing Square Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 226 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors

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

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

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

Children

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

Pets

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

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 61.05 per night)

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 61.05 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from noon to 4:00 PM

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

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. Guests have pool access from noon to 4:00 PM.

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Freehand Los Angeles?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 61.05 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 (11-min drive) and Parkwest Bicycle Casino (13-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 7-minute walk from 7th Street - Metro Center Station and 15 minutes' walk from Crypto.com Arena. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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Freehand Los Angeles Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The rooftop pool area was a highlight with its nice views, great ambiance, and fun vibe. (80 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of good restaurants and bars within walking distance and a great rooftop bar and restaurant on site. (24 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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8/10 Very good

Shops where nearby and the roof top pool was amazing
Kent, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, amenities things to do
Antonio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Victor, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location is great in central LA Room is spotless, a plus to have pool
Francois, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property. Budget friendly.
Andre, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The pool is worth the entire day rate!
Troy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
Kimberlee, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Adrian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

there is a roof top pool and resturant
Adrian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Adrian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, and the rooftop bar was beautiful.
sandy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Bert, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very cool building. Nice rooms and design.
Christine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant
Adrian, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was fabulous
Adrian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is ideal downtown LA. Staff is always professional and helpful. Rooftop bar is magnificent with delicious drink concoctions and flavorful bites.
Andre, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean and really cool atmosphere
Arcel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, staff and amenities were great! Will definately stay at Freehand again in the near future.
MARIO, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything perfect stay
Adrian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a ball
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Linens need a refresh.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Small quaint rooms
malachi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

i woke up early and walked
Maritza, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a nice clean and vintage feel
Amanda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place clean room great staff
lawrence, 2-night trip