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The Carpenter Hotel

Property class: 3.5
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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a multi-story building with a patterned facade.
A covered walkway with brick walls, wooden flooring, and potted plants.
A bar area with wooden shelves and bottles.
A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a garden area with various plants.
A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a room with large windows and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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400 Josephine St, Austin, TX, 78704
  • Place, Lady Bird Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Barton Springs Pool
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬
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A modern hotel room with two beds, a small table with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, two chairs, a brick accent wall, and a patterned rug.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bookshelf.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a small table with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Room, 2 Double Beds (ADA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a brick wall, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, a TV, and a mini-fridge.

Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, two chairs, a brick accent wall, and a patterned rug.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (ADA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Carpenter Hotel

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 a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 53-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, 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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at The Carpenter Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lady Bird Lake. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 bars and an outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, a poolside bar and 2 bars/lounges
  • To-go breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a gift shop, a lift and a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the restaurant
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Zilker Park and a few minutes from Zilker Botanical Garden
  • Cats and dogs welcome free of charge
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
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.

This 3.5-star Austin hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a to-go breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Carpenters Hall – On-site restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Carpenter Coffee Bar – On-site coffee shop. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 self 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
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • 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

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

  • 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'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: 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)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests arriving after 11:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 0803832709

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

The Carpenter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 796 out of 987 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 987 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 987 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 987 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 987 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We completely enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious breakfast, great coffee and the best pool!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I fall more in love with this place with each stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kadiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great hotel, loved the pool and rooms. Staff was amazing and very well located too
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not rave about this place enough. Was so gorgeous, the staff was incredible, and the decor was top notch. Loved that there was a cafe on site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has a vibe great staff great rooms great food!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was unique and absolutely a perfect place to stay. It was convenient to walking paths, had wonderful amenities, onsite coffee shop, close to great restaurants, and had the Austin vibe we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emmalee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and cozy had everything I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will ne back! Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the hotel design and super friendly staff all over
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property so convenient to so many fun things to do! Very restful pool area and shaded places to rest and recharge
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tereasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing! A great walkable location. Super clean. Friendly staff. The onsite restaurant delish. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'd absolutely stay here again in a heartbeat! Every little detail, kind gesture from staff, food, and service - incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great location, comfortable room, nice amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 every visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, awesome staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay if you're going to the Palmer Events Center. It's just a 15 minute walk from the hotel with only one busy street to cross (South Lamar).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff welcoming, relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cans of water. Also very quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were better and best. Everyone we interacted with was helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mechelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying at the Carpenter hotel but unfortunately this visit I wasn’t feeling my best on this trip so I ended up staying in my room or at the pool - which and any other place would have been the downfall but between great room service and walk ability, it was quite the Haven.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and calm
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026