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Reviews of The Carpenter Hotel

400 Josephine Street, Austin, TX 78704, United States

#23 of 214 hotels in Austin

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 347 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    A place away from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    It’s a very low key pleasant place. The restaurant is wonderful. Staff is very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    10
    This hotel makes my day!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    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.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    8.0
    Unique property in a GREAT location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    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!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    9.0
    We keep returning!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing we did not like.

    Nice, hip property with great vibe and fellow guests in good location especially if you like access to the trail/bridges.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    9.0
    Loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The AC sounded like a motorbike on the street!

    Everything from the vegetation inside on the terrace to the pool to the coffee shop.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    10
    Lovely neighborhood hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed is a bit low. Pool was full of leaves, an easy fix (mechanical cleaning or daily skimming)

    I was attending a performance at The Zach and the hotel was a convenient location. Being near a variety of eateries/ restaurants and a market was a plus.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    No ice machines - would have preferred to have easier access to ice.

    The hotel was located centrally providing easy access to everything on our itinerary. The pool was so lovely, as were the grounds of the hotel. Beautiful greenery all around. The parking was very convenient and easy to come in and out. The coffee shop was also a nice perk and very convenient. We also enjoyed the balcony in the room. Overall, we loved our stay and would come back again.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    10
    favorite staycation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the restaurant has kinda fallen off

    everything. the chill vibes

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    10
    Awesome hotel with thoughtful details!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking was expensive. Feels like that should be a bit cheaper. I can't think of anything else that could be improved! We didn't want to leave.

    We absolutely loved everything about our stay at the Carpenter Hotel. From the moment we arrived, the experience felt thoughtful and relaxed. The daily happy hour was such a fun perk and made for a great way to unwind in the afternoon. We were also welcomed with a complimentary drink from the coffee shop, which was a luxurious touch that set the tone for the rest of our visit. One of our favorite features was the ability to order food and drinks directly to the pool. Every detail, from the stylish design to the friendly staff, made the entire stay feel special. I'm planning my next staycation here already!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    10
    Gorgeous grounds, easy park access, and vibes that I look forward to returning to again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The TV glitched out a lot. It would allow me to start a show on Netflix for 5 min and then turn off or reset itself back to the Home screen. We also could not connect to the bluetooth speaker.

    The proximity to Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool is so great!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    10
    Our stay was very cozy and chill; the perfect getaway!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Carpenter Hotel had a beautiful, eclectic atmosphere. It was perfectly cozy with a coffee bar and restaurant. The coffee bar had delicious coffee and the hotel had plenty of other food options around it within walking distance. The staff were beyond friendly and accommodating.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    10
    Perfect Austin Staycation for our Family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is almost entirely out of their control but the mosquitos were absolutely ferocious and I’m wondering if there’s any way to spray more heavily to control that

    I love everything about the carpenter. The ultra-lush landscaping and gorgeous pool is definitely at the top

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    9.0
    Great hotel. Great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    This is a good location in Austin if you like to do a lot of sightseeing on foot. About 20 minutes on foot in a couple directions will get you to Barton Springs, Congress St, or Downtown without any nonsense. The hotel is solid, quiet, clean and has a unique look we enjoyed. Close to a bunch of restaurants, plus the hotel has its own. We'd choose this again.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    10
    Cozy, vibrant getaway with fun vibes—close to downtown yet feels like a hidden gem!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It wasn't the end of the world but the industrial-style concrete flooring lacked the warmth I usually prefer in a hotel room.

    I loved how cozy and vibrant the property was - the pool and restaurant/coffee shop vibes were fun. I also like how close it is to downtown while feeling tucked away.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    10
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    My only complaint were the tvs. I loved that they’re smart tvs but they’re limited and run a little too slow.

    Great location, sense of community, and overall experience! Everything was great from the moment we booked our room, to check-in, stay, and check out. Staff were super helpful and friendly. Beautiful boutique hotel that truly honors what makes Austin, Austin!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tv and speaker in the room were slow/difficult to use

    Incredible vibes. Pool is a great oasis in the Austin heat. Staff is fantastic.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noisy

    Location, cleaning.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Construction nearby.

    Lively and also quiet, serene.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be nice if hotel offered free coffee for guests of the hotel.

    Breakfast food was good.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few of the doors are a hustle to close properly specially the bathroom doors.

    I really love the aesthetic of the place it had a very nice charm especially with the room format.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was next to the neighboring dog hotel, so we heard a lot of barking in the evening. The hotel has white noise machines, so that did help a little though!

    The hotel was so beautiful! The staff was kind and our room was just as pictured. I liked that I was able to stay with my dog without any additional fees. We were also able to get covered parking (for a small fee).

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2025

    10
    Amazing hotel with delicious food and coffee!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    The hotel is beautiful, well located. The food at the restaurant was incredible! Some of the best food I had this year for sure. The coffee of the hotel café is also great. The staff is friendly and helpful. The rooms are pretty and comfortable with loads of little thoughtful details.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location, friendly staff, garage, restaurant and cafe…

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    10
    Austin is a wonderful city to explore with lots to do. This hotel is in the perfect spot for exploring the city. And it’
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really it was very nice all the way around

    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.

    Stayed in April 2025

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