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The Carpenter Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with bars, near Zilker Park

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Enjoy al fresco dining under a shaded pergola surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck.
Welcome to Carpenter Hotel, where a charming entrance sets the tone for a memorable stay.
Enjoy communal dining in this modern space with exposed brick and metal beams, featuring wooden benches and tables.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and TV, offering a view of the outdoors.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck with comfortable lounge chairs.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Simple Queen)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed (Large King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX, 78704

What's nearby

  • Zilker Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Barton Springs Pool - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sixth Street - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Texas State Capitol - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin Station - 15 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palmer Events Center - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪P. Terry's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nido - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barton Springs Saloon - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Carpenter Hotel

Hotel near Zilker Park
Located close to Barton Springs Pool and Zilker Botanical Garden, The Carpenter Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Carpenters Hall, features happy hour. Free in-room WiFi and 2 bars are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Smoke-free premises, a gift shop, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 93 rooms have comforts such as furnished balconies and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 53-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, housekeeping, and desks

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
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Carpenter Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is The Carpenter Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Carpenter Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 35 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Carpenter Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Carpenter Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Carpenter Hotel located?

Located in Zilker, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Zilker Park, Barton Springs Pool, and Zilker Botanical Garden. Governor's Mansion and Texas State Capitol are also within 2 mi (3 km). Austin Station is 15 minutes by foot and Downtown Station is 30 minutes.

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The Carpenter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 721 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 721 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 721 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 721 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 721 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

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hope to stay there again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

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

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

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fun and funky hotel. My 13-year-old son LOVED the vibe, and we overall stayed. We ate at the restaurant at the hotel, and the meal was delicious. Definity a hotel I would stay at again!
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

Stacie

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location , excellent guest service, beautiful rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute, eclectic property in a great location. Staff was super friendly and the restaurant was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing oasis inside Austin.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mackenzie

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

kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying here. Kind staff, clean hotel, and easy covered parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

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

E Randolph

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

Marguerite

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Carpenter Hotel is my favorite hotel I’ve ever stayed at in all my travels!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, coffee cafe, restaurant and bar on property. Unique design.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved everything about this hotel. I got to enjoy the saltwater pool. The restaurant and cafe all had fantastic food and beverages. Aesthetically very cool inside and out. All of the staff were so friendly and made me feel right at home. Location was perfect as I was able to run in zilker park and walk to Barton Springs for a swim.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Josette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking is limited, even with paying for a spot. We had to clear with staff to park in the handicapped spot because there is not enough spaces. We attempted to use the safe available in the room and the front desk had no idea how to work it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joannie

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

Friendly atmosphere

Great service and very nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great style great coffee
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Everardo

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

Michael

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

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpenter is always a great stay! Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025