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The Carpenter Hotel

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel near Zilker Park

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Courtyard
Outdoor dining
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)
Dining room
Restaurant
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

Your area essentials

Map
400 Josephine St, Austin, TX, 78704
  • Popular LocationZilker Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationBarton Springs Pool2 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Texas at Austin6 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)18 min drive

Room options

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

Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.4/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Simple Queen)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Simple Queen)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Simple Queen)

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Large King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Large King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Large King)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double) | Bathroom

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Austin

At The Carpenter Hotel you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. To-go breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Zilker hotel include Zilker Botanical Garden and Governor's Mansion.

What's nearby

  • Zilker Park - 16 min walk
  • Barton Springs Pool - 2 min drive
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive
  • University of Texas at Austin - 6 min drive
  • Texas State Capitol - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 15 min walk
  • Zilker Zephyr Station - 19 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lou’s Barton Springs - 5 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min walk
  • P. Terry's - 1 min walk
  • Carpenters Hall - 1 min walk
  • Nido - 5 min walk

About this property

The Carpenter Hotel

Comfortable hotel near Zilker Park
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at The Carpenter Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Carpenter Hotel was completed in March 2017.

This 3.5-star Austin hotel is smoke free.

  • 93 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1948
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Carpenter Hotel offers 93 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 53-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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 rug in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1948
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - March 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 53-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

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
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: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Carpenter Hotel?

The Carpenter Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 21 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carpenter Hotel on 31 May 2024 start from NZ$574.11, including 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 parking available at The Carpenter Hotel?

Yep, The Carpenter Hotel has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 35 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Does The Carpenter Hotel have a pool?

The Carpenter Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes The Carpenter Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Carpenter Hotel.

Does The Carpenter Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, to-go brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Carpenter Hotel?

No, The Carpenter Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Carpenter Hotel?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Carpenter Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Carpenter Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Carpenter Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Carpenter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 428 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 428 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 428 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 428 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 428 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsabe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Carpenter Hotel was an excellent option for us. Location was perfect, super clean. I love the retro vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brady

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
This place is like staying in a prison cell
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Was it a prison?
Very basic industrial, nothing luxurious and basically bare bones.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, awesome vibe, good food in the restaurant and solid list of amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Easy friendly check in. Overall great vibe. The only thing I would have liked was more than one bath towel per person in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stacy, Carrollton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Bennett

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very loud noises during early morning
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024