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About the Hotel

416 W 8Th St, Los Angeles, California, United States

Rooms & Accommodations

Freehand Los Angeles offers a range of rooms, from private studios to shared bunk rooms. Private rooms include 43-inch LED HDTVs, custom work desks, and Bluetooth sound systems. Shared rooms feature cedar bunk beds with privacy screens, reading lights, and lockers. All rooms are designed by Roman & Williams, with handwoven textiles and local artwork. Some rooms have city views and oversized bathrooms with double vanities.

Dining & Drinks

The Exchange serves Israeli cuisine with fresh local ingredients, including seafood and seasonal produce. Broken Shaker, the rooftop bar, offers tropical cocktails and small bites, winner of Tales of the Cocktail's Best American Hotel Bar award. Rudolph's Bar & Tea serves tea-infused cocktails and light bites. Café Integral provides Nicaraguan coffee, fresh juices, and breakfast options.

Leisure & Facilities

The rooftop pool overlooks Downtown LA, open from noon to sundown. A fitness center is available for guests. The lobby includes a workspace and coffee bar. Cultural events and programming are offered regularly. Secure lockers and free Wi-Fi are provided in all rooms.

Location & Transport

Located in Downtown LA, the hotel is 0.5 miles from LA Live and 0.6 miles from Crypto.com Arena. The Museum of Contemporary Art is 0.8 miles away. Valet parking costs $59.40 per night. Taxis from LAX average $40-$70.

Services & Policies

Daily housekeeping, multilingual staff, and 24-hour valet parking are available. Dogs under 75 lbs are permitted for a $75 fee. Shared rooms include lockers and linens. The resort fee is $26 for private rooms and $7 for shared beds, covering Wi-Fi and rooftop access.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
King
2 persons
26 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Private Female Quad
2 persons
25 m² 
4 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Private Quad
2 persons
25 m² 
4 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Private Eight-Bedroom
2 persons
52 m² 
8 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
Los Angeles 1.8 km
Airports
Los Angeles International (LAX) 23.7 km
Hollywood Burbank (BUR) 25.1 km
Train
7th St/Metro Center500 m
Underground
7th Street/Metro Center500 m
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Toys

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
  • Curtains
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Location

416 W 8Th St, Los Angeles, California, United States
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416 W 8Th St, Los Angeles, California, United States
Nearby
Boundaries are South Hill St
Pershing Square
590 m
Mall
The Bloc
490 m
617 S Olive St
James Oviatt Building
370 m
Museum
FIDM Museum and Galleries
440 m
Broadway 3rd and 9th Streets
Broadway Theatre
440 m
Los Angeles
Downtown Historic District
230 m
Park
Grand Hope Park
420 m
Theatre
Globe Theatre
260 m
Store
Ralphs
520 m
Restaurants
Bottega Louie
340 m
700 S Grand Ave
Broken Shaker
0 m
416 W 8th St
Rudolph's Bar & Tea at Freehand Los Angeles
0 m
416 W 8th St
The Exchange Restaurant
40 m
416 W 8th St
Tocaya Organica
80 m
801 S. Olive St #b
Shake Shack
80 m
400 W 8th St
Shibumi
100 m
815 S Hill St
The Dankness Dojo
150 m
832 S Olive St
Sakana Sushi Lounge
180 m
321 W 9th St
fundamental DTLA
220 m
750 S Grand Ave Ste 30
SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
400 m
600 West 7th Street

Family-focused reviews and ratings

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Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
8.0
8.0/10 based on 5691 reviews
Brian
United States, August  2024
5.0/10

The hotel is gorgeous, but the service is brutal. The staff do n't even know what literacy is, backward Los Angeles. This guy is driving around in a Lamborghini in Beverly Hills feeding guests a 6 pack of low brand Costco muffins that cost him $ 5 who pocketed about $ 150 K of guest money.

Rooms
5.0
My room was smaller than imagined, there was a lot of dog/cat hair on the carpet. The lights are very difuse whish is normally nice but not in the bathroom while doing your make up hahah
Service
5.0
do n't even know what literacy is, backward Los Angeles, brutal staff. One staff member was very apologetic and gave me a drink card.
Location
5.0
stay away from Downtown unless absolutely necessary
Dining
5.0
Didn't try the dining options; focused more on the experience from roof top bar and swimming pool, clean, very nice interior decor
Facilities
6.0
Rooftop pool and bar were nice, but other facilities were lacking.
Nicole
United States, July  2024
7.0/10

Loved the rooftop bar and pool! The hotel's design is beautiful, but the service was a bit lacking and chaotic.

Rooms
7.0
My quad room was are not as big as expected but of good size and clean. Each bed had its own outlet, which was great.
Service
5.0
Check-in was slow and disorganized, but the staff were friendly enough once I finally got to the desk.
Location
8.0
Downtown location is good if you need to be in downtown LA. Easy access to public transport.
Dining
9.0
The rooftop bar and restaurant were excellent. The coffee bar was also a nice touch.
Facilities
9.0
Rooftop pool and bar were amazing. The gym was small but adequate.
William
United States, May  2024
8.0/10

The place was stylish and the location was perfect for exploring downtown. Really enjoyed the vibe!

Rooms
7.0
My room was smaller than imagined, but it was clean and cozy. A little dark though.
Service
9.0
Staff were all pleasant and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
Great location in Downtown, close to everything!
Dining
5.0
Didn't eat at the hotel but heard good things about the rooftop bar.
Facilities
8.0
The rooftop bar and pool were highlights. The gym was decent.
Brent
United States, February  2024
8.0/10

Great location, awesome rooftop pool with city views! Rooms were comfortable, but could have been a bit bigger. Service was a bit hit or miss.

Rooms
9.0
My Premium King City View room was lovely and comfortable. The shower was amazing!
Service
7.0
Check-in was smooth, but some staff seemed a little tired. Others were pleasant and helpful.
Location
10.0
Perfect location near shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Easy to get around!
Dining
5.0
The rooftop bar was fantastic, especially at sunset. Didn't try the other options.
Facilities
9.0
Rooftop pool is a major highlight! Fitness center was a nice surprise.
Rick
United States, February  2024
9.0/10

Amazing experience! Stylish hotel with a great atmosphere. The rooftop bar and pool were the best!

Rooms
9.0
My room was was amazing and cozy room. The dimmable lighting was a nice touch.
Service
10.0
Everyone I interacted with was friendly and helpful. The valet service was convenient.
Location
9.0
Great location, easy access to many attractions.
Dining
10.0
The rooftop bar had amazing views and great drinks.
Facilities
10.0
Rooftop pool, bar, and gym were all excellent. The lobby was also very nice.
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