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The Carpenter Hotel

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property entrance
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Dining room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Simple Queen)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Large King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double)

Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • Private bathroom
  • 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. 542 out of 695 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 695 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 695 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 695 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 695 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

Gizelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christin

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking, convenient location to the bridge and Barton springs. The rooms themselves are quiet (you won’t hear neighbors), but the hallway is super loud (you will hear every suitcase, door, and conversation from out there). It’s quality and clean with fun decor and amazing showers! The front desk staff are always super kind. Would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Everardo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, great property, delicious coffee, with proximity to downtown and easy access to town lake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the design. Friendly staff. Good food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison, Mississauga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem set back from a busy intersection. Easy walk to restaurants, parks and walking trails along the Colorado river. Staff was warm and accommodating. Excellent on-site coffee shop and restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Tampa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay as always! Highly recommend the Carpenter!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corrine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For those people who are not too keen on traveling to Texas for work, this is the perfect location with a wonderful coffee shop and restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

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

6/10 Okay

Maria

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It look like a college dorm or a cement room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Manasquan

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live this place and would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fareez, Atlanta

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
such a hidden gem
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. It was the perfect location for us. We walked almost every place we needed to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACIANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent coffee shop a hotel and restaurant was amazing too! Loved the ambience, the attached balcony and the pool, our dog and kid loved it too. Would like to return, definitely nice laid back lush Austin vibe!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized rooms with great coffee shop and wifi
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025