About
Comfortable Accommodations The Carpenter Hotel in Austin offers air-conditioned rooms with balconies, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Each room includes a mini-bar, refrigerator, and private bathroom. Exceptional Facilities Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, year-round outdoor swimming pool, and a restaurant serving brunch, dinner, and cocktails. Additional facilities include a bar, coffee shop, and outdoor seating areas. Prime Location Located 7.5 mi from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Shoal Beach (13-minute walk) and Umlauf Sculpture Garden (less than 0.6 mi). Boating is available in the surrounding area. Guest Satisfaction Highly rated for its convenient location, swimming pool, and restaurant, The Carpenter Hotel ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.
374 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.2
- Staff
- 9.1
- Location
- 9.4
What Guests Say
- “Location was ideal for our planned events/ outings”
- “The ambiance is wonderful! Soothing, and so relaxing.”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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Exclusively for Priceline members Details
1/4Queen Room
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
1/4Deluxe King Room
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
1/4Single Room - Disability Access
- Accessible by lift
- Accessible room
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
1/4King Room - Disability Access
- Accessible room
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Hair dryer
1/4Double Room - Disability Access
- Accessible by lift
- Accessible room
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
1/4King Room
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
1/4Double Room
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
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What Guests Loved
Based on 374 reviews
Pros +
- Location was ideal for our planned events/ outings
- Staff
- The ambiance is wonderful! Soothing, and so relaxing.
Cons -
- Bed was rather close to the floor. Chairs seemed shorter than normal as well
- No ice machine, no in room coffee, very overpriced for what you get
- That I couldn’t if stayed longer
Location was ideal for our planned events/ outings
Bed was rather close to the floor. Chairs seemed shorter than normal as well
Staff
No ice machine, no in room coffee, very overpriced for what you get
The ambiance is wonderful! Soothing, and so relaxing.
I think there should be a carpenters hotel and major city in US. I love the layout with the restaurant bar and coffee shop and then hotel separately.
The staff to the hotel Everything was amazing the food and shout to Lucas The bartender make a great cocktail Long live the Carpenter
That I couldn’t if stayed longer
location and vibes
too many non hotel guests that get priority accommodation over paying guests. if you want to be an event space, be that, but people paying for a hotel service with no room service available and blaring music new year’s day morning after celebrating NYE was the worst way to wake up. couldn’t use the pool area to relax in the morning bc of the “yoga party” that non guests took over the space. no dinner at the restaurant unless you do prefix- and the prefix had no options my husband could eat. the staff doesn’t seem to give a crap about accommodating guests that have been coming here for years. it’s very much no longer a boutique hotel cute and austin-ish. it’s become another money grub corporate headache. i used to love coming here to reset and relax but they seem to care more about catering to influencers and doing it for the gram with their little events than making sure guests have a good experience. i saw peoples cars getting hit in the parking lot. they over sell spaces for overnight then make ppl double park illegally ( in fire lanes) It used to feel like a peaceful oasis, a romantic getaway, now it feels frustrating, over stimulating and like every other corporate regulated business. it took them 40 minutes to bring ice to our room! i got SICK from the undercooked pork i ate during their happy hour (since we weren’t allowed to have regular dinner service) it’s funny too bc NO ONE EVEN CAME TO THEIR PREFIX DINNER. the restaurant was dead yet, us as guests COULDN’T GET FOOD. TBH, one of the worst experiences that i actually paid for.
Design and layout and detailing throughout. A really tranquil setting.
Unable to order on the app from poolside as didn’t have a US phone number. Also felt a little overrun with non-residents.
Beautiful space in the rooms and common areas. The attached cafe was great. Bed was comfy, but for the price, small. Same for the room. There was barely enough space to walk around one side of the bed. And for two people, with luggage, it was cramped.
Overpriced. Everything else was great.
Nice boutique hotel, very close for ACL festival.
Little spendy, but worth it for closeness to venue.
It's a beautiful hotel with luscious landscaping. It also has a great restaurant and bar. And walking distance to Zilker Park.
Nothing. It's perfect.
It's a beautiful hotel with luscious landscaping. It also has a great restaurant and bar. And walking distance to Zilker Park.
Nothing. It's perfect.
Loved everything about this property. The rooms were so cool. The pool was fantastic they had free bike hire and the staff were super friendly. The location was awesome.
Location fresh air pool food
Iron and safe didn’t work
Boutique style resort in a great location. Very lovely grounds. Great location close to Barton Springs, UT and Terry Black’s BBQ.
Can’t think of anything.
This was our 3rd or 4th stay. Lovely property in a great location with amenities.
The price was stated clearly on the 3rd party booking app, but we were charged more upon arrival. They just ran our card at the higher amount without explanation and we only caught it after the fact. They couldn’t explain the price difference except that a deposit was taken that we will get bank in a few days. I imagine we will be calling them again. Price difference was about 85 dollars more for the night.
It’s a very low key pleasant place. The restaurant is wonderful. Staff is very helpful and friendly.
NA
I love this hotel, it’s my second time here. The room is tide and clean, the bed is cozy, and I love the pool very much, and the restaurant and cafe provide decent food and drinks. So many good memories here, definitely I will come back again soon.
The vibe was perfect & the grounds were beautiful. Felt like we were in a Wes Anderson movie. The pool was well maintained. The coffee shop had a delicious quiche!
Paying guests should have access to free coffee in the morning or, at minimum, a coffee maker in the room.
The vibe was perfect & the grounds were beautiful. Felt like we were in a Wes Anderson movie. The pool was well maintained. The coffee shop had a delicious quiche!
Paying guests should have access to free coffee in the morning or, at minimum, a coffee maker in the room.
Everything from the vegetation inside on the terrace to the pool to the coffee shop.
The AC sounded like a motorbike on the street!
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Fence around pool
- Kids' pool
- Outdoor pool
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 12:00 PM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Location
400 Josephine Street, Austin, TX
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