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The Carpenter Hotel

3.5 star property

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Outdoor banquet area
Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Room service - dining
Dining room
Property entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
$276
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3

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400 Josephine St, Austin, TX, 78704
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Barton Springs Pool
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Carpenter Hotel

3.5-star hotel in Zilker
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and self parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Carpenter Hotel offers 93 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 53-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Austin hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

The Carpenter Hotel is a smoke-free property.

To-go breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Carpenters Hall - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Carpenter Coffee Bar - Onsite coffee shop. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carpenter Coffee Bar
  • Carpenters Hall

Things to do

  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1948
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 53-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: USD 1.46 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 27.06 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 0803832709

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Carpenter Hotel Austin
Carpenter Hotel
Carpenter Austin
The Carpenter Hotel Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel Austin
The Carpenter Hotel Hotel Austin

The Carpenter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 615 out of 779 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 779 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 779 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 779 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 779 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at The Car
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John-Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Love the industrial architecture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Literally the best hotel I think I’ve stayed out in a long time. Coming back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is pretty dope! Cool architectural features. The swimming area is so chill!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good bed and shower . Good restaurant and good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute, clean, comfortable. Staff was incredibly helpful. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

E Randolph, Oakland

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very “Austin-y.” Old school converted to hotel. As such, the room felt a little like a classroom. But overall thoughtfully appointed Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceeded expectations

I chose to stay here overnight with family because of the reviews. The Carpenter Hotel did not disappoint! Outstanding customer service from parking attendant to front desk to the on-site restaurant and cafe. Extra large king bed was appreciated and the sofa/bed was comfortable according to my teen. Any requests were handled immediately. We heard dogs barking late night, but we think it was from the dog daycare next door to the hotel. Overall we loved our experience and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mackenzie

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was well kept and just like the photos. Barton Springs was an easy walk with a lot of food options near by. Totally walkable to downtown Austin too! They make you pay for parking on site which isn’t listed here and was a little disappointing. Otherwise, an awesome stay and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rabiu

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pool is amazing and open dawn to dusk so nice and peaceful in the morning. In room snack box is a perfect assortment of goodies. Great little oasis tucked in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reuse of an older building. Eclectic area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great! Just waiting for my receipt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawntai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay at The Carpenter was excellent! Customer service, cleanliness, amenities, location and vibes were a 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
With all the extra charges at check in and check out, (without room-service) one might be better off to book the room directly with the hotel instead of an off-site platform, no savings, but worth it. Pool area is really great. the place has an authentic Austin vibe. Staff are among the best. We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’m so pleased I booked this hotel - it couldn’t have been better. I stayed for 8 nights and the location was brilliant, walkable to everything I wanted to do and close to several excellent food options (Terry Black’s for barbecue, P Terry’s for burgers, and many others). The room was incredibly clean (I walked around the room barefoot on the concrete flooring and feet stayed clean - very impressive), spacious and comfortable with everything I needed, and no noise from neighbouring rooms. Excellent service from all the team, they were really helpful and welcoming. The coffee shop and pool at the hotel were also fantastic. I didn’t use room service but did order food at the pool one day and that was great, and very good value too. The rooms and all areas of the hotel are very well designed and very well maintained, and I hope to have a reason to return to Austin so that I can stay at the Carpenter Hotel again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every single staff member I met was gleeful and helpful. Rooms are great, elevators quick, food is phenomenal (do they have a Michelin chef there?). I can’t say enough great things. I’m 60 and feared I was going to be aged out by the under crowd, but never felt younger. Keep up the great work
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025