8.9

410 reviews

The Carpenter Hotel

The Carpenter Hotel

400 Josephine Street, Austin, 78704, Texas, United States

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

The Carpenter Hotel

Located in Austin, Texas, United States, The Carpenter Hotel sits at 400 Josephine Street and is about 1mi from the city center.

Guest amenities on offer include a Restaurant, an Outdoor swimming pool (free), free Wifi, Room service, a Bar, a Sun deck, a Terrace, a 24-hour front desk, Non-smoking rooms, Wheelchair accessible, an Elevator, Kids' meals, a Picnic area, and a Balcony. Additional options like Pet Friendly (extra charges), Private Parking (extra charges), Parking On Site (extra charges), and Meeting/Banquet facilities (extra charges) are also available.

The Carpenter Hotel has 410 reviews, and price starts from $272.

Kick off the stay with two tasty anchors on site: Carpenters Hall for a satisfying meal and HotL Coffee for a quick caffeine boost. The outdoor pool is free and features a shallow end, ideal for a leisurely dip between adventures. Soak up sun on the sun deck, linger on the terrace, or take in sunset views from the balcony for a relaxed vibe that fits a traveler’s mood.

Pet lovers are welcome, with charges possibly applying, making it easy to bring four-legged friends along. Parking options are handy too—Private Parking and Parking On Site are available for an extra charge. For laid-back days, a picnic area awaits, and Kids’ meals are available for younger travelers, with meeting or banquet facilities available for events at an extra charge.

When it’s time to settle up, cash isn’t accepted, but American Express, Visa, Discover, and Mastercard are. Practical touches include a 24-hour front desk and an on-site elevator, rounding out a convenient stay after days spent exploring Austin.

Closest airports

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

7.1mi

Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport

55.8mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Kids' meals

Picnic area

Balcony

Rooms

Standard King Room in The Carpenter Hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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This triple room is air-conditioned and has a mini-bar, a safe deposit box as well as a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Queen Room in The Carpenter Hotel

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

250 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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x3

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The double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a safe deposit box along with a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior King Room in The Carpenter Hotel

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Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

400 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

x4

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x3

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The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a safe deposit box, as well as a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Quadruple Room in The Carpenter Hotel

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Room - 2 Double

2 Double Beds

325 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a safe deposit box, as well as a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.

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Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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x3

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Standard Room

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x10

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Double Room, Single Use

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Guest reviews

8.9

410 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Krisztina

9.1

January 2025

Location, style, ambiance and the laid back feel of the hotel. The heated rooms were nice given that it was freezing outside, literally.

Although it is a nice stylish hotel but place is overpriced, the parking costing extra 35 usd overnight, and so is a very basic breakfast (coffee and a pastry) for two. So it’s laid back only seemingly. Also, the staff seem to have an attitude that is a bit pretentious, including the waiters and the chef in the restaurant. There were very few to almost none vegan options. Nice but it can be somewhat off putting.

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Wanderingowl

9.1

August 2024

-Very friendly and helpful staff -The overall vibe; there's something "je ne sais quoi" about this place, something artsy and nostalgic. -Their pool is surrounded by trees, I enjoyed chilling by the pool in the shade every morning. -Great location, walking distance to the river and two major parks, and a good selection of nice restaurants around.

-The on-site restaurant. The restaurant wasn't "bad" per se, but it's lacklustre compared to the hotel itself: the options are basic and lacking, and the cocktails are overpriced.

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Evan

9.1

April 2024

Very hip design-focused hotel with lots of nice "bonuses" like a powerful bluetooth speaker in the room, plenty of shelves, racks and hooks, stocked mini-bar, free bike rental, cafe on site, etc. I appreciated the communication via text message (like a normal person...) and the flexibility on check-in time and some other adjustments I had to make to my reservation. Awesome location for driving to Austin-area sights, though it is a bit of a hike to downtown (Uber/Lyft is cheap here, and it's an easy pick-up/drop-off spot).

The pool was nice, but frigid, in April. I don't know if it's unheated or just not turned on, I didn't ask. My room was missing a few of the room service request indicators (magnets to put on the door). I wish the restaurant had opened a little earlier or closed later - never got to try it, and it seems like it would be a cool place to hang out late into the evening. Room prices are a bit high in my opinion, and the additional charge for parking was a bit unexpected, given that the hotel has a dedicated garage.

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Maria

8.2

May 2024

Overall great location, the pool was the best part along with the cafe and lunch spaces. The hotel was mostly clean, and the rooms were mostly clean. Food and drinks were good!

Honestly, the staff could be more welcoming, we chose this spot considering the past reviews raving about the staff but from our experience except for the cafe, the people weren't that welcoming/friendly esp the front desk. My friends ordered a bouquet to be placed in my room but arrived to an empty room without the flowers. The staff confirmed that the bouquet will be pre-packed in the room but was not actioned. I then received a text the next day saying I had a package and it was the flowers already wilted when my sister instructed to unbox and display, it was all a little disappointing.

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Jordan

8.2

April 2024

I loved the hotel layout, open air hallways, coffee shop and lounge/work areas. It was clean, beautiful and serene. The location was perfect. The pool relaxing. The tile in the bathroom was clean and beautiful. I liked having a balcony.

The bed wasn’t comfortable nor was it uncomfortable. It was right in between. For the price of the stay, I’d expect a more cozy bed. The pillows left a lot to be desired too. I know this is subjective so I’ll try to explain: The bed was firm (not too firm) but didn’t have a cozy/comfortable feel to it and the pillows had no substance to them. They were very flat and lifeless. I had to ball one up to try to create a decent amount of fluff under my head. My room was above a dog boarding facility and my neighbors barked a lot but They were quiet at night.

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Erica

8.2

September 2023

Beautiful design of the hotel and thoughtful amenities. 1) They don't have a gym but they gave me free passes to go to an amazing gym down the street (Capital Hill Fitness 8mins by car) which was far better than a standard gym. 2) The restaurant is amazing here. One of our favorites in Austin. The coffee shop is also wonderful. 3) Very cute gift shop at the front and the front desk workers are so helpful and kind. 4) the environment is very calming and aesthetically pleasing.

1) no water bottles in the entire hotel for free or for purchase. Nothing. There was filtered water dispensed at the front but it was frequently empty and difficult to fill an entire water bottle with. They have a mini bar for purchase in the room but no water bottles in there. 2) The beds are kind of hard. Everyone that we were traveling with agreed. Several woke up with some shoulder pain. Even a pillow top cover would serve them well.

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Lúcia

9.1

April 2025

The hotel is definitively great. Great environment, Good location. It runs away from standard hotel places where you feel confined in an building - really loved the stay.

We loved the coffee, however, did not enjoy the restaurant (we had better experiences in other restaurants in the Area). This was a bit sad because we did have plans to have dinner or hang out around more than we actually did.

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Elodie

9.1

August 2023

Beautiful and relaxing hotel in South central Austin. The staff is very friendly, helpful and accommodating, they go above and beyond to make the guests feel comfortable. The food is great too (both cafe and restaurant) even if a little expensive. The pool area is well maintained and the trees give a nice feel to it. The room was comfortable and simply but nicely decorated. I felt very safe staying there as a solo traveler and would highly recommend this hotel.

The food was great but maybe a little expensive. I would also have appreciated a few basic things in the room such as a tissue box, complementary bottles of water, slippers, etc. It might be a small detail, but usually hotels at this price tag do offer these things. Overall my stay was great though.

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Jeffrey

9.1

March 2025

We loved the room, especially the design details and amenities located there. The coffee shop and restaurant were both top notch, and we loved the central location in Austin. I will be recommending this to all of my friends who visit.

It is nothing to do with the hotel itself. Dogs barked early in the morning (around 6:30) from the dog boarder next door. But otherwise, it was great!

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John

10

April 2025

Beautiful ground around the well apportioned hotel. Excellent location for exploring Austin Texas wonderful restaurant as part of the hotel. Wonderful café for the morning and nice outdoor grounds for enjoying that coffee. The pool is quite nice and you can get drinks delivered to Poolside.

Really it was very nice all the way around

Points of Interest Around The Carpenter Hotel

Attractions

Barton Springs

0.6mi

2nd Street District

0.8mi

Congress Avenue Bridge (South Congress Bridge)

0.8mi

6th Street

1mi

Texas Governor's Mansion

1.1mi

Driskill Hotel (The Driskill)

1.1mi

South Congress Avenue (SoCo)

1.1mi

Austin Convention Center

1.1mi

Texas Capitol

1.4mi

French Legation Museum

1.7mi

Bullock Texas State History Museum

1.7mi

Lady Bird Lake

1.9mi

Texas State Cemetery

2mi

LBJ Presidential Library

2.4mi

Mayfield Park and Preserve

3.5mi

Restaurants

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of The Carpenter Hotel

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Kids' meals

Picnic area

Balcony

Stay rules - The Carpenter Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Carpenter Hotel

Does The Carpenter Hotel have accommodations for guests with pets?

Absolutely! The Carpenter Hotel welcomes pets, so you can definitely bring your furry friend along with you. Just keep in mind that there may be additional charges for having your pet stay with you.

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at The Carpenter Hotel?

The Carpenter Hotel welcomes guests for check-in at 04:00 PM and the departure or check-out time is set at 12:00 PM.

Does The Carpenter Hotel come with parking?

Yes, The Carpenter Hotel does provide parking options for its guests. The hotel has a private on-site parking facility available. Please note that there is a fee of $35 per day for parking, and advanced reservations are not possible.

What are the rates at The Carpenter Hotel?

Rates at The Carpenter Hotel commence from $272. However, final pricing may depend on room choices and booking dates. Always input your stay dates for precise rates.

Which room categories can I book at The Carpenter Hotel?

The Carpenter Hotel offers a variety of rooms, including Superior King Room, Standard Quadruple Room, Standard Queen Room, and Standard King Room. The occupancy ranges from 2 adults and 1 child to 4 adults and 3 children. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The bed sizes range from Queen size to King size.

What are the main attractions at The Carpenter Hotel?

Guests at The Carpenter Hotel can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided. They can relax by the outdoor swimming pool and soak up the sun on the sun deck or lounge in the comfortable beach chairs. For dining options, the hotel offers two on-site restaurants. One is Carpenters Hall, where guests can savor delicious meals, and the other is HotL Coffee, where they can grab a perfect cup of coffee. The outdoor pool is available all season and features a shallow end, making it suitable for guests of all ages. With these amenities, guests can have a delightful and relaxing stay at the hotel.

Can guests use a pool at The Carpenter Hotel?

The Carpenter Hotel has an outdoor pool called Pool 1. It is available all season and has a shallow end. No additional information about other pools is provided.

Is there an in-house restaurant at The Carpenter Hotel?

Yes, the Carpenter Hotel has on-site restaurants. They have Carpenters Hall and HotL Coffee available for guests.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at The Carpenter Hotel?

No, cash is not a valid payment option at The Carpenter Hotel. Only credit cards are accepted, including Discover, Mastercard, American Express, and Visa.