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Freehand Los Angeles

416 West 8th Street, Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90014, United States of America – Great location - show map

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7.8
Good
2,797 reviews

We love the room we were in it small but couz just right for us. And they upgraded our room that was nice of them.

Shelton United States of America

The rooftop is really cool and the rooms are comfortable and great for the price.

Xavier United States of America

close to the metro, close to wholefoods and CVS. Had a pool, beds were comfy with powerpoints and lamps. lockers are large enough to fit a suitcase. cafe downstairs made good coffee. check in was easy and stress free.

Sarah Australia

Ideal place for a short stay in colorful downtown Los Angeles, located in a beautiful, nearly century-old building within easy walking distance of Grand Central Market, the Theater District, and plenty of restaurants and great bars. The rooftop lounge and pool is a real treat with great smiling service, though only the foolish like me will actually want to swim in November. My shared room was unspectacular but clean and well-kept, with clean beds, two sinks, and two bathrooms (toilet + shower) for 8 people. Thanks for everything, will be back next time!

Ronald Poland

Great location and friendly staff. Room was clean and tidy.

Muhsin United Arab Emirates

we love the ambience of the hotel! The 2nd best thing was the broken shaker! Tons of fun!

Patricia United States of America

Staff was great. Very friendly and helpful. Pool on roof is great atmosphere. Overall great experience. Would highly recommend !!

Jerry United States of America

I liked that there were bathroom facilities inside the dorm room, and not outside in a separate bathroom facility.

Hanna United States of America

staff was very friendly, (shared) room was clean and comfortable + the location on top in downtown (close to the metro, restaurants, grocery stores,…) makes it a perfect place to stay

Nina United States of America

Very convenient location, friendly guests and great atmosphere.

Santi United States of America
7.8
Good
2,797 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “We love the room we were in it small but couz just right for us. And they upgraded our room that was nice of them.”
    Shelton Shelton United States of America United States of America
  • “The rooftop is really cool and the rooms are comfortable and great for the price.”
    Xavier Xavier United States of America United States of America
  • “close to the metro, close to wholefoods and CVS. Had a pool, beds were comfy with powerpoints and lamps. lockers are large enough to fit a suitcase. cafe downstairs made good coffee.”
    Sarah Sarah Australia Australia
  • “Ideal place for a short stay in colorful downtown Los Angeles, located in a beautiful, nearly century-old building within easy walking distance of Grand Central Market, the Theater District, and...”
    Ronald Ronald Poland Poland
  • “Great location and friendly staff. Room was clean and tidy.”
    Muhsin Muhsin United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “we love the ambience of the hotel! The 2nd best thing was the broken shaker! Tons of fun!”
    Patricia Patricia United States of America United States of America
  • “Staff was great. Very friendly and helpful. Pool on roof is great atmosphere. Overall great experience. Would highly recommend !!”
    Jerry Jerry United States of America United States of America
  • “I liked that there were bathroom facilities inside the dorm room, and not outside in a separate bathroom facility.”
    Hanna Hanna United States of America United States of America
  • “staff was very friendly, (shared) room was clean and comfortable + the location on top in downtown (close to the metro, restaurants, grocery stores,…) makes it a perfect place to stay”
    Nina Nina United States of America United States of America
  • “Very convenient location, friendly guests and great atmosphere.”
    Santi Santi United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff8.3
  • Facilities8.1
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.3
  • Value for money7.8
  • Location8.5
City view
Pet friendly
Swimming pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Private Bathroom
24-hour front desk
Key card access
Daily housekeeping
Non-smoking rooms

Stay in the heart of Los Angeles – Great location - show map

Located 2,650 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 43" 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 2,950 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, 2017
 Hotel chain/brand: Generator Hostels

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Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type
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Travel Sustainable property
Travel Sustainable property
This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.3
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.6

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Shelton
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We love the room we were in it small but couz just right for us. And they upgraded our room that was nice of them.”
  • Xavier
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The rooftop is really cool and the rooms are comfortable and great for the price.”
  • Sarah
    AustraliaAustralia
    “close to the metro, close to wholefoods and CVS. Had a pool, beds were comfy with powerpoints and lamps. lockers are large enough to fit a suitcase. cafe downstairs made good coffee. check in was easy and stress free.”
  • Ronald
    PolandPoland
    “Ideal place for a short stay in colorful downtown Los Angeles, located in a beautiful, nearly century-old building within easy walking distance of Grand Central Market, the Theater District, and plenty of restaurants and great bars. The rooftop...”
  • Muhsin
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    “Great location and friendly staff. Room was clean and tidy.”
  • Patricia
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “we love the ambience of the hotel! The 2nd best thing was the broken shaker! Tons of fun!”
  • Jerry
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Staff was great. Very friendly and helpful. Pool on roof is great atmosphere. Overall great experience. Would highly recommend !!”
  • Hanna
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “I liked that there were bathroom facilities inside the dorm room, and not outside in a separate bathroom facility.”
  • Nina
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “staff was very friendly, (shared) room was clean and comfortable + the location on top in downtown (close to the metro, restaurants, grocery stores,…) makes it a perfect place to stay”
  • Santi
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Very convenient location, friendly guests and great atmosphere.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Is the pool and gym open during covid? Is the pool heated?
    Pool is now open. Pool is heated
    Answered on July 8, 2020
  • Are you still having 8 guests in a room during Covid or how does that work? Are the pool and gym open as well?
    Hello! We are closely watching for new updates per COVID-19 and have closed our fitness center until further notice. Rooftop bar and pool is open!
    Answered on July 28, 2020
  • Is there a place I can lock up my belongings? Eg my entire suitcase? How much / where / what is the system? My flight is late at night could I keep th..
    Rooms are fit with a locker per bed. You can also store your bags with front desk until the end of the day free of charge
    Answered on November 25, 2019
  • I’m unclear- is this a private or shared room?
    This is a shared super eight meaning you will be sharing with seven other guest
    Answered on November 25, 2019
  • hello, do u have shuttle buses to Disneyland?
    Thank you for reaching out! We don't offer shuttle service.
    Answered on February 2, 2020
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Area info *
4 Restaurants On Site

    The Exchange

    Food: Mediterranean, Local, International

    Open for: Lunch

    Menu: À la carte

    Rudolph's Bar & Tea

    Open for: Dinner, Cocktail hour

    Menu: À la carte

    Broken Shaker

    Food: American, Middle Eastern, Latin American, Grill/BBQ

    Menu: À la carte

    Café Integral

    Food: American, Latin American

    Open for: Breakfast, Lunch

    Menu: À la carte

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Amenities of Freehand Los Angeles Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Happy hour Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 49.5 per day.
  • Street parking
  • Valet parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • Heated pool
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Freehand Los Angeles takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

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

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per person, per night

Prices for 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 allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All 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.

Mastercard Visa American Express Freehand Los Angeles accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

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.

Please note: For bookings of 8 rooms, or 8beds, or more the property requires full payment upfront.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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.

Rudolph's Bar & Tea: Closed from Wed, Feb 03, 2021 until Fri, Dec 31, 2021

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

  • 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.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Freehand Los Angeles by:

    • Car 45min

  • Check-in at Freehand Los Angeles is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Freehand Los Angeles offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Swimming pool
    • Happy hour
    • Fitness

  • Freehand Los Angeles is 0.9 miles from the center of Los Angeles.

  • Freehand Los Angeles has 4 restaurants:

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

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.