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Reviews of Freehand Los Angeles This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

416 West 8th Street, Downtown LA, Los Angeles, CA 90014, United States of America

#144 of 386 hotels in Los Angeles

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 2982 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    Convenient Downtown Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Female Quad
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There's less interaction with other people staying because each room is separate and the shared lounge in the basement is like an employee break room and with 4 tables. Not the typical hostel I know and more of a hotel but still was a good choice for an affofable few nights.

    The location was walking distance to bus stops and metro plus a shopping mall and other stores. The four-bedroom beds have individual lights, locker in the room and was clean. 24h front desk and nice workers.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    9.0
    Great stay loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy King
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Both bars were closed on our first night due to the rain and a private function

    Rooftop and pool was awesome

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    9.0
    A great stay at the heart of downtown LA
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Female Quad
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The area could be sketchy at night. If you are not used to seeing the homeless and the smell of weed.

    Comfortable designer dormitory with like-minded international travellers. Easy transport to all of LA and near to art, fashion district, cafe, restaurants, supermarket and shopping malls. 30 mins Uber to the Hollywood sign around $28. I would stay again and great service!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    8.0
    It's ok for the money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Quad
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No soap in shower.

    Good location, comfy beds. Secure.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    First hostel like experience, would stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Female Quad
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Covers were very thin. No privacy screens as previously stated in the booking. Only one large towel given in locker, had to ask for more.

    Very walkable in terms of food, shopping.etc. Roof top bar was amazing! Fridge and microwave in lounge. Staff was nice and accommodating, I switched rooms to get a lower bunk bed. Would stay again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    7.0
    Overall nice, but pricey for the minimal amenities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Female Quad
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Top bunk bed was hard to get into - toilet was in the one bathroom, not separate so was difficult when staying with 3 other people who needed to shower/use the bathroom. shampoo, conditioner & body wash weren’t included. Cleaner left a bag of dirty towels in our room. Was told my deposit would be refunded immediately but has now been 12 hours.

    Had a cool vibe and was nice overall

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    Great facilities in downtown LA
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in Quad
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The area was slightly sketchy. Often we felt uncomfortable just outside the hostel. Could’ve been more cooking facilities for those staying in the hostel

    Private bathroom was high quality and very clean. Beds were also comfy and reasonably private.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful and Historical
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Private Quad
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    In the quadruple room the bunkbeds were quite uncomfortable and very creaky. Although we had heating we were only given one thin blanket. We could have done with a kettle to make tea.

    Wonderful historical building with New York vibe. Beautifully restored and decorated. Good location for downtown. Staff were great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    It is an excellent place to stay on a budget in LA.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Eight-Bedroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My roomates were very noisy. One seemed to be drunk, and in the first room I was offered the person seemed to have used some type of drug and was not in good mood, so I asked to change room, and was immediately attended.

    The location, the staff, the rooms, the pool. It was really and excellent experience

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Eight-Bedroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Los Angeles in general, that area is getting bad, not recommended if you come from good civilized places

    The hostel is nice in general

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Eight-Bedroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good location, comfy beds, bathroom in the bedroom

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    8.0
    Great stay Downtown LA
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Eight-Bedroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Prices

    Layout. Staff. Location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Six-Bedroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Prices

    Layout, staff, location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    8.0
    Sweet,pleasant and peaceful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Cozy King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Parking

    Exceptional

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    9.0
    Good for a quick stay, close to the Metro Central. Staff very friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Quad
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Unfortunately there is no common room except the lobby which is a public bar at the same time. The wifi works semi well. The floors could be cleaned better, especially the carpertm, otherwise clean (toilet, bed, etc.). No hair dryer, sheets are very thin (just a linen, no duvet)

    Stay in a Quad Room was good, spacious bathroom. Generally clean room, locker for each bed. Towels are available, room gets cleaned daily. The rooftop is very nice. Location good for public transport. Food at the Exchange is very tasty, and the Coffee bar makes a mean Flat White.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    8.0
    quiet and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior King City View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There is no information on how to order room service or where exactly all the restaurants are located in the building. It was a little confusing

    Room was quiet and bed was comfy, very cozy room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Female Quad
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    one night a man came inside our female only room. It was a mistake at the reception. Next day when I complained the guy in reception did not showed to be emphatic neither described interest on apologies or compensation. He did not describe the hotel would take actions to avoid it in the future, such as retraining of staff. At the check out time they say I would be reimbursed for one night but I have not received more information since 09Mar2024.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    8.0
    Cute, clean and nice staff.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King City View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Windows haven’t been upgraded from the original single pane so we were woken up to a lady singing and playing “a drum” early in the AM. Interesting to say the least. Also, it seemed we were on the edge of maybe the not so great part of town.

    Loved the way this hotel has been renovated, very cool feel. Rooms were clean and had everything we needed

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    9.0
    Safe place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Eight-Bedroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    Cleanliness and overall facilities as shared dormitory

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Private Quad
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I did not like the pool hours. They should open the pool at 8 a.m instead of 12 which is check out time.

    The pool area was really nice. The room also had a nice view. There was a FREE jazz concert.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    9.0
    Great stay, comfortable place with great staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King City View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Parking was an issue. Basically forced to pay for valet which is 60 dollars every time you come back. Crazy.

    Good location staff was very nice.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noting

    Good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    8.0
    Overall it was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in Eight-Bedroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I wish I was told before hand that it was going to be a shared room with 4 other people. I would have planned it better.

    I had the 7th floor and the view was amazing

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in Eight-Bedroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very clean and neat bed

    Stayed in March 2024

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