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January 2024 by Zane Liston
Our stay at the Carpenter was fantastic. We booked late in the night, rolled up not knowing what to expect - the service was amazing. Everyone was great, the rooms are beautiful. Seems like every surface is raw materials - it’s grounding and lovely. Highlight of the stay was Drew at the desk! He was so helpful and easy to talk to! Someone promote this guy! We are lucky for this experience. Thanks y’all!Food & drinks: We had breakfast, happy hour, and dinner at the Carpenter Hall - Vicki was so sweet. Creative dishes and great service.
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January 2024 by Paul Peterson
Eclectic.
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January 2024 by lacy abercrombie
I’m obsessed! Every person we came in contact with at the hotel as well as the restaurant was so incredibly kind and helpful. Especially Andy and Drew at the front desk - they both were so great. We loved our time at the Carpenter and will definitely be back!
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January 2024 by Gilberto Villarreal
Why have such a tiny sink? I just don't get it. It is located next to a dog boarding, so nonstop barking begins early in the morning.
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January 2024 by Ang Schuckle
Not what I was expecting. This area of Austin is undergoing "changes". Some good, some not so good. This location was easy to find and kind of uneasy when we pulled up. (Have lived here for 29 years, just never stayed downtown prior). Once you step inside, that uneasiness goes away. You're transported back to the '60's. Or at least that was the vibe I got. Cute lobby, not screaming at you, just subtly welcoming. This place was originally a meeting hall and that's a cool vibe it still maintains.After checking in, you wander through an open courtyard area over a boardwalk, through lush greenery to the main building of rooms. Cinder block walls, metal sculptured design stairs, and an elevator to take you up if you prefer. We like the open air stairs (mind you, it was December, NOT August! Lol)Cement walls, floor and ceiling were the makeup of the room, with amenities to soften the overall industrial feel (which we happen to like.).You're downtown in a big city so there's a little noise, but nothing that really bothered us.It was a nice experience and we would do it again.
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December 2023 by Andrew Fuchs
I haven’t stayed here but have eaten at the restaurant and come for happy hour. Great vibes, cute patio and well made cocktails by a highly trained looking bartender (cute too)
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December 2023 by David Maxwell
Great little spot in Austin, I will be staying there again!
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November 2023 by scott Solomon
Caleb was so nice to us down at the bar. In line with other bunkhouse hotels, that being very curated, the vibes are excellent, and design of every detail is precise. Had an amazing time. Great pool too!Rooms: Really different but very coolNearby activities: Lots too many to even nameWalkability: Top 5 in AustinFood & drinks: Great!
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November 2023 by Michelle Jasmín Vasquez
We enjoyed our stay and loved that the company cared about our stay and upgraded us to a single king room to help celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. This was the touch that we loved the most. They didn't have to, but they did and it went a long way. The robes were magical!! We also liked the earthy toiletries that were provided during our stay. I cannot wait to go to Austin and stay here again. The coffee we had from the cafe the following morning was fantastic. We didn't visit the restaurant, but look forward to it in future stays.Noteworthy details: The robes were magical!! We also liked the earthy toiletries that were provided during our stay.
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November 2023 by JoHannah Carpenter
My husband and I had the pleasure of visiting Austin for the Formula1 races(2023). While browsing for places to stay, we found this very unique hotel, with our shared name. Of course, we had to stay.We booked easily. They allowed us to early check-in (Thank You). We were greeted by Cassandra's warm and friendly smile. We had a great conversation and then off to our room. Along the way, we enjoyed every step through all of the spaces filled with a fun and unique combination of materials creating beautiful spaces. From the entry, past the gift boutique, through the doors into this amazing outdoor space with an area for the coffee bar, past the outdoor dining room of their restaurant, down this fun planked path to the elevators. A brief lift up, and we were at our room.Our room was very nice and had a beautiful green foliage wall of privacy from our balcony. The use of nice linens and down products on the bedding was so much enjoyed. We felt right at home!! The bed was very comfortable, we zonked right out every night. Oh yeah, the dark door!! There was a sliding door to totally black out the room. That was a very nice extra touch of perfection!!All of the spaces were nicely decorated and their use of logo was so tastefully incorporated throughout. The Carpenter Hotel also offered Hemp Code self care products for use and for sale in their boutique. We completely enjoyed them so much, we bought all 4 to take home. I highly recommend!!The restaurant within had a very nice menu and every meal we highly enjoyed. Our favorite was their turkey club. Oh my deliciousness!! I highly recommend!! Also, there were a large variety of eateries within walking distance. Which was a complete delight with the variety of options.We enjoyed ourselves with every aspect of the Carpenter Hotel. I highly recommend a visit, no matter the length of stay. I can't wait to revisit!!♡♡♡
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November 2023 by Georgeanna Foley
I am an architect in Philadelphia and I have to say, the room acoustics are pretty awful. I understand the desire for a retro look and while I can appreciate the aesthetics, they can't be superior to comfort. You have to soften the walls and ceilings and floors - every time one of us would roll over, it would wake up the other. The loud barking from neighboring dogs (love dogs) kept us up. If you drop something, it's loud as hell. The faucet in the bathroom is too short to actually reach your hands in the washbowl. The tile flooring in the shower is beautiful but it's also a super slick surface and definite fall hazard. The bed is OKAY but it should be higher off the floor. Again, beautiful aesthetics but c'mon. Don't sacrifice comfort.Rooms: Cute but not comfortable.
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October 2023 by Crystal
Party of 2. We did a lot of research before landing on the Carpenter Hotel (CH) for our 3-night stay in Austin. It was important to us that the hotel we chose was local (not a big chain) and that it had a pool for our September reservation.CH Pro's: Overall, the property is centrally located and has plenty of street parking available for guests. The rooms are clean and well designed. The beds are comfortable and the restroom is spacious with great shampoo/ conditioner/ bodywash that was not drying. Vibey & delicious restaurant and coffee shop located on the premises. The pool space has the perfect mix of shady and sunny spots. The pool itself is small but has plenty of lounging beds surrounding the water. We didn't get around to it but you can order kitchen service to the poolside.CH Watchouts: Don't expect storage space in the hotel rooms (drawers). Towels were not too plentiful but wasn't an issue for those who strive to be sustainable travelers. There were events happening at the hotel both Friday and Saturday night which made for a noisy evening. Also, there's a dog daycare and boarding facility next to the hotel which means you'll also hear barking from time to time.TL;DR: Would *definitely* book again for clean/cute rooms and vibes, excellent pool space, and charming restaurant and café. For light sleepers, request a room facing Jessie Street.Pro-tip: Book travel on weekends that UT has an away football game to avoid MAJOR traffic.
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September 2023 by Jesus Chavez
My first time in Austin and staying at the Carpenter Hotel was truly unforgettable. Cassandra at check-in made us feel incredibly welcome, and Olivia was always there to help with our questions. The room had a fantastic style, and the coffee shop and restaurant were not only convenient but also amazing. Our dinner at Carpenters Hall on the first night was a real treat, thanks to Matt, our server, who gave us fantastic recommendations. Andy at the front desk was a treasure trove of information, suggesting great things to do in Austin and showing us some of the town's coolest spots. We can't wait for our next visit!
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September 2023 by maggie gorski
The hotel is beautiful, so many details in the decor to give it a midcentury-modern Austin vibe. The courtyard is an airy green oasis. The staff were pleasant and polite. The pool was calm and relaxing. We got an excellent night sleep! The blackout rolling wall was a detail I’ve never seen before. The robes available add a level of luxury.
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September 2023 by David Malott
Service was great and our waitress (Brittain) was awesome! I threw some cocktails at her that most bars would ask me what's in that or tell me they don't have that. Instead she asked me if I had a preference of gin or bourbon. ? She not only knew what I wanted, but knew what went in it. THAT'S awesome service to me! So many places I've been to have no idea what classic cocktails are.Food & drinks: Fantastic experience!
