The Carpenter Hotel
Hotel in Zilker, TX
3-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this hotel
Hotel with bars, near Zilker Park
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 safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 53-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
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 safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 53-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Balcony or Patio
Map of Zilker, TX
Available Rooms
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Standard Double)
2 Double
Sleeps 4
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Large King)
1 King
Sleeps 3
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Simple Queen)
1 Queen
Sleeps 2
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)
1 King
Sleeps 3
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££££
Reviews
5.0
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.
5.0
Great location for the Austin Food and Wine Festival.
5.0
It was a pleasant experience in a great location.
5.0
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.
5.0
This was the best place to stay for ACL. It was a short walk, and had everything we needed close by.
5.0
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.
10.0
The carpenter was a lovely experience as it’s a very unique Concept in a fun city. The Room comes with earplugs as the hotel accommodations are pretty much converted dormitories, but they are styled well and very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
10.0
Amazing hotel/location. Highly recommend!
10.0
Super cute hotel in a great location! Loved the retro decor, the balcony, and how quiet the room was. Would love to stay here again!
5.0
had a great stay, loved the vibe and architecture of the hotel.
10.0
A great hotel with a cool industrial aesthetic. You couldn’t hear any neighbors and the outside is beautiful.
10.0
Amazing property, great Bunkhouse style. Restaurant, pool, coffee all A
10.0
Great stay!
10.0
The staff and service are great, every time!
8.0
The hotel was great! I discovered it on Instagram last year and had been waiting for the perfect excuse to stay there. The property and rooms are beautiful. All but ONE staff member was phenomenal.
See, I arrived at 9:00 AM and inquired about an early check-in (something their site specifies to do). I explained that I had a change of plans and would have to return to the airport at 2 pm, so I just needed the room to take a few calls. I stated I would obv. pay for the night in full, either way.
The lady at the front desk seemed annoyed with me. WELL, CHECK-IN IS AT 4:00PM, she stated. She then told me she would need to charge me a fee (as a deterrent, apparently). I told her that was fine and even suggested paying to upgrade my room if it helped. "Well, I have your number, so I will let you know if anything is ready", she said. I never heard from her.
However, I witnessed her checking in at least two other guests just fine. I returned to the desk a short while later when I noticed she stepped away, thinking to myself (this is my chance!). Another agent was able to check me right then. He was polite and genuinely excited about my stay.
I did not catch the lady's name, but she worked the morning of 8/20/24. Everyone is entitled to a bad day; I get it. But as the agent, she was my first interaction at the property, setting the tone for my stay. I'm friendly, polite, and soft-spoken. I did not deserve her attitude.
10.0
This hotel has such a cool vibe. This is our second time here while in Austin and it won’t be the last. Cassandra at the front desk made check in a breeze and Lauren the bar manager is amazing!
5.0
Amazing stay will definitely be back again!
10.0
Loved the design. Will stay again
5.0
Loved my stay and will definitely be back
10.0
Great experience!
10.0
Great boutique hotel with mid-century modern retro feel. Nice outdoor spaces, restaurant & coffee shop. Conveniently located near some great restaurants & fun shops with an "old" Austin feel.
10.0
Magical.
10.0
Very unique quirky property in a great location. Parking is expensive but that’s to be expected in Austin. Would definitely stay there again
8.0
Loved the Carpenter Hotel, and I would definitely stay again! It’s clean, comfortable, funky, and quiet. My only constructive feedback would be to offer some way for early risers to have coffee in their room. The only option I was given was a pour over kit, which was $30 for 2 cups of coffee- no cream, no sugar. It’s not a deal breaker by any means, but it’s a bummer. Despite that, I adored the free glass of sparkling wine, the fun robes to lounge in, the beautiful pool, and the fantastic location.
10.0
Such a great location and hotel
10.0
So unique and great location. We loved the pool. Our room. The food. And pet friendly atmosphere !
10.0
No extra fee for bringing my dog and short walk to barton springs pool, we love it!
5.0
Coolest hotel in Austin. Great service and love the efficient construction of building and rooms. Awesome pool, coffee shop and restaurant. In the heart of everything. Our new go to place in ATX
6.0
The pool and rooms are luxe and comfy. The housekeeping, , parking, staff and room service are a D- at best.
10.0
I had a wonderful stay at the Carpenters Hotel. Even before I stepped foot on the property, the service was phenomenal. Shout out to Joseph for be so helpful.
Great food menu, clean rooms. Beautiful/Unique facilities. The elevators smell great. The neighborhood is very walkable and there’s ton of dining in walking distance.
Definitely worth the stay!
10.0
The hotel is attractive, unique, and a little funky - this is not a large chain hotel! The outdoor spaces are lovely and full of plantings, and our room was incredibly comfortable - great bed and bedding, unusual decor (polished concrete floors). The staff was helpful and accommodating. I loved this place and will go back when we return to Austin.
5.0
One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at.
5.0
The hotel was
10.0
We absolutely loved this hotel. It’s tied #1 for our long-standing favorite, The Robey, in Chicago. The Carpenter is extremely enchanting and memorable - it’s clean, designed beautifully, offers the perfect pool getaway weekend and has a convenient little coffee shop! We love and can’t wait to visit again.
10.0
overall, the hotel is very nice and clean! My partner and I we loved it! we had a great time, we felt safe the whole time. The downton is close to the hotel, everything is nearby. However, the only issue was the parking we paid $73 for 2 nights but they do not give a secure spot. If you go out at night and come back you probably will have to park on the street. even though we paid for parking we were not able to park at the hotel at night.
10.0
Very aesthetic
10.0
Adorable with great customer service!
DO NOT PARK ACROSS THE STREET AT THE RESTAURANT TO CHECK IN. They have someone parked waiting to give you a $100 ticket if the one spot is taken.
5.0
Loved this hotel - great vibe and aesthetic. We enjoyed the furnishings and decor of the room and lobby, great cafe for a quick breakfast (breakfast tacos and ladybird latte), and a great restaurant onsite. The location was convenient to many destinations. This hotel felt special!
10.0
Didn't like the dog hotel right next to the hotel. The dogs were barking very early.
10.0
Quirky, delightful hotel close to most things that you want or need in Austin
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Zilker?
The average price for a rental in Zilker is £212 per night. This rental is £33 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Carpenter Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Carpenter Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is The Carpenter Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Carpenter Hotel?
We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, and balcony or patio.
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