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The Carpenter Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with bars, near Zilker Park

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The Carpenter Hotel offers a peaceful escape near Zilker Park. Guests can grab coffee at the on-site café, enjoy a meal at Carpenters Hall with its popular happy hour, or lounge by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is RM710
RM948 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

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Room options

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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 curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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 curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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 curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds (ADA)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX, 78704

What's nearby

  • Lady Bird Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Zilker Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palmer Events Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Barton Springs Pool - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Barton Springs Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Juliet Ristorante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carpenters Hall - ‬1 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, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A gift shop, a lift and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 93 rooms offer comforts, such as furnished balconies and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 53-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go 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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1948
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
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 for 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.

Payment types at the property

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Carpenter Hotel?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carpenter Hotel on 24 Nov 2025 start from RM 709.64, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout 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). Downtown Station is 30 minutes by foot and Austin Station is 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Carpenter Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 809 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 809 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 809 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 809 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 809 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie

Nice ambience, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good location, pet-friendly accommodations, and a great outdoor pool area and dining options - will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and helpful, will definitely return next time in Austin!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Friendly staff. Delicious food. Also, they gave me a pass to a local gym. I will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting hotel with a kooky kind of vibe. Room was comfortable and enjoyed having a balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and friendly overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool Gem of a hotel. I will for sure stay here again next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane Austin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and cool rooms. Great pool. Relaxing, love the coffee shop. I always stay here when I’m austin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome from check in to room to bar to dinner and then a major wonderful surprise Crory and the Boys playing in the courtyard at the Q-hut. Wow take me back to my college days in Austin. What a night! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool Austin vibe and beautiful property and pool. Staff very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay here! The staff made everything so easy when it comes to checkin, check out, parking, answering any questions, etc. The restaurant was fantastic along side the happy hour. The coffee was great alongside delicious pastries and breakfast tacos. The pool was nice and relaxing. Even near a busy street, the property remains quiet and calm. This place truly was an incredible stay and I would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and unique property. Resteraunt is a real treat andvtbe staff there are also quite good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the carpenter hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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

Jettie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Actual rooms were a bit industrial for my taste but done well regardless. Great amenities on site. Beautifully landscaped and very well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wasay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff is out of this world!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the whole vibe, people, staff, all amazing. I found my home away from home in Austin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome boutique hotel in Austin! Very industrialist feeling. Great restaurant and coffee bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Funky cool. Very Austin. Great restaurant/bar. Great cafe. Everyone at the desk was helpful and friendly. The merch was great, too. Loved it and will recommend! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025