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) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Gift shop
Interior detail
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is ฿8,775
Price available on 13/5/2024

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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

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Simple Queen)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Large King)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Austin

The Carpenter Hotel is located in Zilker, a neighbourhood in Austin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zilker Park and Zilker Botanical Garden, while Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum and Blanton Museum of Art are cultural highlights. Barton Springs Pool and Governor's Mansion are two other places to visit that come recommended.

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

Hotel rejuvenated in 2017 and located 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 sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A music library, a gift shop and luggage storage
  • Local meal delivery service, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the 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 dressing gowns. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 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 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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs 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:

  • 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: 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)

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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

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 30 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carpenter Hotel on 13 May 2024 start from ฿8,775.03, 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, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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). Zilker Zephyr Station is 19 minutes by foot and Austin Station is 15 minutes.

The Carpenter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 411 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 411 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 411 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 411 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 411 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

4/10 Poor

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khang, Fayetteville

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

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ofir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean functional and staff very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is such a unique and cool property-all the extra touches & the staff were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Travelled with partner
Fabulous. Just
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely surprise. Stylish, quiet, comfortable, affordable, it’s now my new favorite place to stay when I visit. I slept so well, too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining was rxcellent. Staff very nice. Good clean modern rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this iconic Austin hotel but Standard room a bit small for 2 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne, Maryville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be back for calm ambiance, proximity to park and nice staff. The facility is industrial chic and urban sanctuary. Very intelligently designed and run. Wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024