Freehand Los Angeles

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8.4 (429 reviews)
416 W 8th St, Los Angeles, California, 90014 , Los Angeles , US
1-213-6120021

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Free WiFi
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Good location
Great amenities
Cons:
Odor issues
Safety concerns
Noise from elevators
Cramped dorm room

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
Multiple mentions of cleanliness, but some complaints about odor and dusty areas.
Service
9.26
High praise for staff attentiveness and kindness, especially noted birthday gesture.
Location
7.8
Mixed feelings; concerns about safety in the area, but close to stores and transport.
Room Quality
8.25
General satisfaction with room, but cramped conditions and lack of privacy for bunk beds noted.
Amenities
8.78
Good facilities highlighted, but some limitations reported.
Value for Money
8.24
Affordable pricing appreciated but issues with additional costs were raised.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Happy hour noted as good value though limited food options mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.76
Overall a positive experience with willingness to return, despite some complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 18:22

Property Description

Discover the vibrant essence of Los Angeles at Freehand Los Angeles, where elegance meets comfort in the heart of the city.

Recreational Amenities
Unwind in our outdoor pool or stay active in our state-of-the-art 24-hour fitness center. Whether you’re taking a refreshing dip or breaking a sweat, our amenities ensure a rejuvenating stay.

Dining Experience
Savor local and international cuisine at The Exchange Restaurant, plus two additional dining options and a cozy coffee shop. Enjoy the perfect cocktail at our poolside bar or one of our stylish lounges to elevate your dining experience.

Guestroom Comforts
Retreat to one of our 226 meticulously designed guest rooms featuring pillowtop beds adorned with Egyptian cotton sheets. Enjoy modern conveniences such as rainfall showerheads and complimentary Wi-Fi, making your stay both luxurious and connected.

Book your unforgettable Los Angeles experience today!

Important information:

  • Pool access available from noon to 4:00 PM.
  • One child 17 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LAX

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 429 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.78
Value for Money: 8.24
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 8.76
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Robert • partner
8
Pros:

The staff were really nice and the place its self was good.

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Robert • partner
10
Pros:

Dope hotel. Cool views. Lots of things around. But it’s DTLA, so it’s noisy and smells like pee every 30 feet or so. If you’re staying DTLA, it’s a good spot.

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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MARCELA • family
6
Pros:

Ok hotel, rooms not so well, funny smell, not so friendly staff, didn’t like it at all

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Paul
10
Pros:

Great

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Faham
6
Pros:

Very expensive.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Eric
8
Pros:

Perfect

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Brian
8
Pros:

Room and lobby were great. so was the pool upstairs. Area around was sketchy. Food and Beverage staff were lazy. Coffee lady was nice but coffee very expensive.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Andres
8
Pros:

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2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Jesse • partner
10
Pros:

Staff was great.

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Liz
8
Pros:

I think they need to ban food in the rooms. People are eating in the beds and storing food in the rooms. Smells!

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Sharon
10
Pros:

This hotel is quirky, interior design is fantastic with a touch of old style down town LA.
Kind room is beautiful, bed is huge and views of down town excellent.
Staff so welcoming & very helpful.
Just round corner on 7th st is The Brazilian Steakhouse IMG amazing food & welcoming

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • partner
6
Pros:

The property overral is beautiful roof top is definitely the best part of the hotel and stay but I the room is much smaller than it appears and the windows must be so thing you can hear everything that happens outside even on the 8th floor

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
Y
YOUNUS
6
Pros:

The Whole Foods Market

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
J
jinsang
8
Pros:

도심이라 편하게 이동할 수 있습니다.

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Hope
10
Pros:

There was a food truck located outside and good breakfast and coffee in the morning at the coffee bar. Gym was well equipped. It smelled good when we first walked in and overall gave a comfy atmosphere

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Faranak
8
Pros:

Were decent

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Davida • friends
8
Pros:

staff was really nice and professional.

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Jeffrey Shell
10
Pros:

This has become my preferred place to stay in Los Angeles. The front desk has always been friendly. The full rooms are quite nice. The rooftop pool and bar is a nice little oasis. And, most importantly for me, it's very close to a host of theaters on Broadway. I'm often in LA for a concert in one of these theaters, and being within 5-10 minutes walking distance (at most) is very convenient.

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Alia
10
Pros:

Safe and clean shared room

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Francis Alain • friends
8
Pros:

nice

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee