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Freehand Los Angeles

416 West 8th St, Los Angeles, CA, US
4.0Very Good
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About this property

Freehand Los Angeles, a 4-star property operated by Generator, sits in the heart of downtown Los Angeles with 226 rooms and 24 suites. The hotel places guests within a 15-minute walk of Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live, anchoring its location at the center of the city's entertainment district.

Guest rooms feature pillowtop beds dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets, complimentary wireless internet access, and bathrooms equipped with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. With a guest comfort rating of 4.1 out of 5, the accommodations provide a welcoming retreat after exploring the city.

The Exchange Restaurant serves local and international cuisine as the hotel's flagship dining venue, supported by two additional restaurants and a coffee shop. A poolside bar and two lounges offer refreshments throughout the day and evening, giving guests multiple dining and beverage options without leaving the property.

Recreational facilities include an outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, plus a 24-hour fitness center for active guests. The hotel features a rooftop terrace, on-site shopping, concierge services, and complimentary wireless internet throughout. A range of accessibility features are available, including assistive listening devices and multilingual staff to support all visitors.

Freehand Los Angeles sits 1 mile from the Los Angeles Convention Center and 2.6 miles from the University of Southern California. The nearby Broadway Theater District, Grand Central Market, and The Broad museum are accessible by foot or short trip. The property is 16.8 miles from LAX (approximately 30 minutes) and 17.8 miles from Burbank Airport (approximately 25 minutes).

Check-in opens at 3:00 PM and extends until 2:00 AM; standard check-out is noon. Dogs up to 75 pounds are welcomed, and service animals stay at no additional charge. The hotel maintains smoke-free rooms and uses water-efficient fixtures throughout, alongside eco-friendly toiletries and LED lighting to minimize environmental impact.

Location & nearby attractions

A stay at Freehand Los Angeles places you in the heart of Los Angeles, within a 15-minute walk of Crypto.com Arena and L.A. Live. This hotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Los Angeles Convention Center and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from University of Southern California.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Broadway Theater District - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Orpheum Theatre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
The Bloc - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Pershing Square - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
U.S. Bank Tower - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
L.A. Live - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Grand Central Market - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Grammy Museum - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Peacock Theater - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Crypto.com Arena - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
The Broad - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Walt Disney Concert Hall - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Los Angeles Convention Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Los Angeles City Hall - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi

The nearest airports are:
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 20.2 km / 12.6 mi
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 28.6 km / 17.8 mi
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 25.4 km / 15.8 mi
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 41.2 km / 25.6 mi

The preferred airport for Freehand Los Angeles is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 226 guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.

Dining

Enjoy local and international cuisine at The Exchange Restaurant, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Amenities & features

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This Beaux Arts hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

Getting here

LAX- 16.8 miles 30 minutes BUR- 17.8 miles 25 minutes
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Valet: $55.00 (exclusive)

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 1
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Dogs are welcomed
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
  • Valet parking fee: USD 59.40 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees<

Know before you go

  • 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.