Located near L.A. Live, Freehand Los Angeles offers a vibrant retreat with shopping on site, 3 restaurants serving local and international cuisine, and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy the poolside bar and rooftop terrace while taking in the city views or relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers; guests rave about this hotel's central location, helpful staff, and refreshing pool.
Los Angeles Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Walt Disney Concert Hall - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Dodger Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 23 min drive
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 27 min drive
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 33 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 34 min drive
Los Angeles Cal State Station - 8 min drive
Glendale Transportation Center - 10 min drive
Los Angeles Union Station - 12 min drive
7th Street - Metro Center Station - 8 min walk
Pershing Square Station - 9 min walk
Pico Station - 16 min walk
Restaurants
Broken Shaker - 1 min walk
Joyce - 3 min walk
Andante Coffee Roasters - 2 min walk
Golden Gopher - 1 min walk
Cognoscenti Coffee
About this property
Freehand Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of L.A. Live and Crypto.com Arena. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Exchange Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 7th Street - Metro Center Station is 8 minutes and Pershing Square Station is 9 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
226 rooms
Arranged over 12 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-out available
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
One child (17 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 61.05 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
3 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Shopping
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1924
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Water dispenser
Banquet hall
Beaux Arts architecture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
The Exchange Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Broken Shaker - This poolside rooftop bar specializes in local cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Rudolph's Bar & Tea - This lobby lounge specializes in local and international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Cafe Integral - This café specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 61.05 per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Freehand Los Angeles Hotel
The Freehand Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles Hotel
Freehand Los Angeles Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles Hotel Los Angeles
Frequently asked questions
Does Freehand Los Angeles offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Freehand Los Angeles does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Freehand Los Angeles?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Freehand Los Angeles?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Freehand Los Angeles?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 61.05 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Freehand Los Angeles?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Freehand Los Angeles?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Commerce Casino (10-min drive) and Parkwest Bicycle Casino (12-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Freehand Los Angeles and nearby?
Freehand Los Angeles has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Freehand Los Angeles?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, local and international cuisine, and pool views.
What's the area around Freehand Los Angeles like?
Freehand Los Angeles is in Downtown Los Angeles, a short 8-minute walk from 7th Street - Metro Center Station and 11 minutes' walk from L.A. Live. Our travelers say the local area is very central.
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Reviews
Freehand Los Angeles Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.6
Eco-friendliness
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The rooftop pool was a highlight with great views, pleasant atmosphere, and a fun vibe. (68 reviews)
The property offers a variety of good restaurants and bars within walking distance and a great rooftop bar and restaurant on site. (24 reviews)
The property's wifi was fast and reliable, allowing guests to zoom call and work without issues. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
A comfortable stay!
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Everything was clean and neat, very friendly staff, amazing rooftop pool and a great vibe overall
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2025
Great stay! Everything was perfect, the staff was friendly and helpful. Thank you!
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 17, 2025
4 day stay at Freehand
Not so much air conditioning, no breakfast
Francisco
Francisco, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 3, 2025
Great Shower
Very nice rooms and shower was great. Sucks that the roof is 21+. Convenient location.
Ethan
Ethan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2025
The staff were very friendly and the hotel super clean and charming. I stayed for one night, but would return. The only issue I had was the parking.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
Nice Hotel
Great hotel and great price. Not the best area of town but typical LA area. Great staff, great food and drinks!
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2025
It w as amazing
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2025
Private rooms were nice although whole building has a musty smokey smell. Bed was comfortable, shower was great with awesome water pressure. Only real complaint is paper thin walls where he had to to listen to a couple break up for 6 hours.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Nice place to stay!!!
German
German, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Friendly staff, great location, quiet
Selina
Selina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Great place, love the location, clean and safe!!!
William
William, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
would come back again
Absolutely amazing, it was my first stay in LA and it was nice how convenient a lot of stores and restaurants were. rooftop bar makes a killer espresso martini, and the king suite was the best experience
Jacinda
Jacinda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Great place to stay downtown
Stacy
Stacy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
This place is super special. Fun bar scene at night. Great restaurant in the lobby and lots to see and do in the immediate neighborhood
SCOTT
SCOTT, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
It was in a good location and the room was clean and comfy
Madina
Madina, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2025
The room was a little more dirty than previously.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Beautiful property. I definitely enjoyed my stay. Staff was amazing and had great hospitality.
Ashlee
Ashlee, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2025
Great hotel, ideal location, poor internet
Great hotel in an ideal DTLA location. The room was comfy and chic, the rooftop pool bar was to die for. My one quibble was that the internet just did not work for us. They said they were having trouble the Friday we checked in, but the problem persisted the whole time we were there. Hopefully, it's not usually like this and it wasn't a big enough problem to deter us from staying there again.
Alexander
Alexander, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Excellent food and staff on the rooftop!
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Great service. Pool area was a nice place to relax.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Closer to restaurant and LA convention center .
Greatly recommended for staying.
Jojo
Jojo, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 14, 2025
Good for price
Met some cool people in my room. I would suggest bringing your own blanket as the ones they give aren’t super big/warm and they don’t always change them out between guests
Mackenzie
Mackenzie, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2025
Great location but some issues
Nearly a third of the loungers and seating is unusable as they've been "reserved". I was there for approximately 5 hours and I didn't see one being used, all whist people were sitting in the floor.
The shared rooms are nice however they require the privacy curtains to be reattached onto the front of the beds.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
I come here all the time, it's one of the best hidden gems in LA.