Freehand Los Angeles
416 West 8th Street, Downtown LA, Los Angeles, CA 90014, United States of America – Great location - show map
I was on the 13th floor. The outside window view was beautiful. And the rooftop pool was beautiful. And the restaurant was the top of the line. Freeland restaurant.
United States of AmericaBest Find!! Will be back anytime in LA for sure. Pool is so nice.
United States of AmericaThis place is amazing. Total 100% value for money. Must book for solo traveler
PakistanNice property close to food places like cvs n whole foods n close to 7th n fig for target
United KingdomGreat mix of classic downtown LA and modern! Lovely interior and exterior.
United States of AmericaThe Hotel was exquisite!! I absolutely loved the rooftop pool and the feeling of inclusivity. Very friendly and competent staff.
United States of AmericaThe bar service and cocktail/mocktail menu were OUTSTANDING. The aesthetic was the perfect vibe. All for LESS THAN booking a hotel room in the area.
United States of AmericaThe pool. The price. Clean. Great housekeeping. Will be back!!
United States of AmericaI absolutely loved it it's right in the middle of downtown close to allot of outdoor shopping malls and great restaurants.
United States of AmericaGreat value in a great downtown location. Room/hotel decor is very appealing and fun with many options on site to grab a drink or bite to eat. We had a king room in a very quiet section of the hotel with no street noise.
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James
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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, a mini-bar, 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.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.
Freehand Los Angeles has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 13, 2017See what guests loved the most:
GenevieveUnited States of America
“I was on the 13th floor. The outside window view was beautiful. And the rooftop pool was beautiful. And the restaurant was the top of the line. Freeland restaurant.”- Crissey
United States of America
“Best Find!! Will be back anytime in LA for sure. Pool is so nice.” - Aman
Pakistan
“This place is amazing. Total 100% value for money. Must book for solo traveler”
OliverUnited Kingdom
“Nice property close to food places like cvs n whole foods n close to 7th n fig for target”- James
United States of America
“Great mix of classic downtown LA and modern! Lovely interior and exterior.” - Stephanie
United States of America
“The Hotel was exquisite!! I absolutely loved the rooftop pool and the feeling of inclusivity. Very friendly and competent staff.” - Kiley
United States of America
“The bar service and cocktail/mocktail menu were OUTSTANDING. The aesthetic was the perfect vibe. All for LESS THAN booking a hotel room in the area.” - Crissey
United States of America
“The pool. The price. Clean. Great housekeeping. Will be back!!”
DierekusUnited States of America
“I absolutely loved it it's right in the middle of downtown close to allot of outdoor shopping malls and great restaurants.”
TaliketeriUnited States of America
“Great value in a great downtown location. Room/hotel decor is very appealing and fun with many options on site to grab a drink or bite to eat. We had a king room in a very quiet section of the hotel with no street noise.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
What are the differences between a room with a City view compare to a room with a skyline view ?
the city view rooms are located between 2nd and 8th floor. The Skyline views between the 8th and 13th floorAnswered on 10 December 2021Need a smoking room
unfortunately we are a non smoking facility but you can feel free and head on to the rooftopAnswered on 25 November 2019Is the somewhere to securely store my belongings?
If you are staying in a shared room you will find a locker in your room, also we have a storage in the lobbyAnswered on 29 August 2021is universal studios near to hotel
Hello, Universal Studios is not near our hotel, but there is a Metro stop very close by. From there, you can ride the Red Line towards North Hollywoo..Answered on 11 March 2021hello, do u have shuttle buses to Disneyland?
Thank you for reaching out! We don't offer shuttle service.Answered on 2 February 2020Can I take pictures at the rooftop?
Person photos only. No professional photos.Answered on 8 July 2020- Still looking?
Hotel area info *
Restaurants4 Restaurants On Site
- The Exchange
- CuisineMediterranean • Local • International
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- Rudolph's Bar & Tea
- Open forCocktail hour
- AmbienceTraditional
- Broken Shaker
- CuisineAmerican • Middle Eastern • Latin American • Grill/BBQ
- Café Integral
- CuisineAmerican • Latin American
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch

Travel Proud
This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Amenities of Freehand Los AngelesGreat facilities! Review score, 8.1
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linens
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Socket near the bed
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/Photocopying
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Shallow end
- Swimming pool toys
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Fitness
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Fitness center
- English
- Spanish
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of USD 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Freehand Los Angeles accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
PAYMENT: There is a USD 50 deposit per day for incidentals and is fully refundable for the individual beds and USD 150 deposit per day for private rooms.
PET POLICY: We would welcome a dog on property but only when staying in a private room, and subject to a fee per dog per Stay. Only Dog under 75lbs./ 34kg.
PAYMENT: For Advance Purchase rates/Non Refundable rates, we require the payment card used for booking to be presented upon check in.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A damage deposit of USD 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Freehand Los Angeles
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Freehand Los Angeles is 0.9 miles from the center of Los Angeles.
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Room options at Freehand Los Angeles include:
- Bed in Dorm
- Quad
- Family
- Double
- Studio
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Freehand Los Angeles offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- Happy hour
- Fitness
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Check-in at Freehand Los Angeles is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Freehand Los Angeles has 4 restaurants:
- Rudolph's Bar & Tea
- The Exchange
- Broken Shaker
- Café Integral
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The prices at Freehand Los Angeles may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.