University of Texas at Austin - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Texas State Capitol - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 20 min drive
Austin Station - 15 min walk
Downtown Station - 30 min walk
Restaurants
Palmer Events Center - 8 min walk
P. Terry's - 1 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min walk
Nido - 5 min walk
Barton Springs Saloon - 2 min walk
About this property
The Carpenter Hotel
The Carpenter Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lady Bird Lake and South Congress Avenue. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, visit the coffee shop/cafe for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Other highlights include a poolside bar and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
93 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Covered onsite self parking (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Pool gate
What to do
Stereo
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1948
Picnic area
Terrace
Communal living room
An outdoor pool
Music library
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 1
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
3 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Front entrance ramp
Pool hoist on site
Area rugs in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
53-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Meal delivery service
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Carpenters Hall - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Carpenter Coffee Bar - Onsite coffee shop. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 27.06 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Concierge service
Pool access
Optional extras
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Covered self parking costs USD 35 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Property Registration Number 0803832709
Also known as
Carpenter Hotel Austin
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Carpenter Austin
The Carpenter Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Carpenter Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Carpenter Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Carpenter Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Carpenter Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Carpenter Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 35 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Carpenter Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Carpenter Hotel and nearby?
The Carpenter Hotel has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near The Carpenter Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Carpenters Hall.
Does The Carpenter Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around The Carpenter Hotel like?
The Carpenter Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Lady Bird Lake and 16 minutes' walk from Zilker Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Good hotel
Good stay for business travel
Jake
Jake, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 31, 2024
Not too good
Not very good at all. The room was so inconvenient. I do not do my make-up in the bathroom so I could barely see how to do some of it sitting on the couch because the lighting was awful unless it was daytime and the drape was opened. Lighting was pitiful. The bathroom faucet had a tiny stream of water coming out. Almost unusable. The shower was great and the location was really good for me and my husband. The ceiling was old concrete as well as the floor. It they want that motif someone should at least clean them up some. We didn’t have to pay for parking which was good and we felt our car was safe in the parking garage. Not too many areas were very safe in Austin overall. We had only one washcloth when we arrived and put the sign on the door not to clean the room. But they did anyway and then we had no washcloths or hand towels. They said they had not been cleaned yet but finally got us one washcloth and a hand towel.
Susan D.
Susan D., 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2024
Laid-back experience
Lovely indoor outdoor setting.
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Happy to Go Back!
The Carpenter is a lovely place -- lots of concrete, mattresses low to the ground, hipster vibe with lots of pleasant dogs and coffee. The location is good although I prefer the sister hotel, The San Jose, on South Congress for locale. Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially Austin and John and the three baristas at the wonderful coffee shop.
William Fred
William Fred, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2024
J R
J R, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Stellar location
Great location for the Austin Food and Wine Festival.
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Stellar
It was a pleasant experience in a great location.
Teresa
Teresa, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Great service!!!
This hotel had 5 star service. The staff was on top of every request within moments. We dealt most with Joseph at the front desk. Very friendly Brooklyn guy who made sure everything was good.
The style of the hotel is a bit off the wall and fairly typical of Austin: a fusion collision of industrial, Bauhaus, and dorm room, but all appears to be very carefully thought out.
I would definitely recommend this place.
Tina
Tina, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 27, 2024
Derrick
Derrick, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
AMANDA
AMANDA, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
This was the best place to stay for ACL. It was a short walk, and had everything we needed close by.
Lexie
Lexie, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 11, 2024
LaRhonda
LaRhonda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 4, 2024
Such an underrated hotel!
Adriana
Adriana, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Katharyn
Katharyn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Justin
Justin, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Jonathon
Jonathon, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Beautiful interiors and landscaping. Nice staff. Slow kitchen in restaurant.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
A great hotel. I was here for a film festival and it was perfectly located for that. But it was also just a very solid place to stay. Solid vibes, good food, and just really cool. Great bed too, a rarity in hotels
Katie
Katie, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Love this hotel the only suggestion is that there is no USB plug-in in the room. Other than that, we love this hotel and we stay here all the time.
Jean
Jean, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
Excellent property/location!
Robert
Robert, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Nice to stay in somewhere alternative, in a good way.