Carpenter Hotel

Guest rooms embrace industrial ease, with poured concrete walls, private terraces, and custom carpentry—a subtle nod to the building’s working-class roots and its reinvention as a modern retreat. Interiors are pared-down yet warm, featuring locally sourced wood, vintage-inspired fixtures, and breezy courtyard views. Exposed brick, leather chairs, cerulean tiles, and patterned rugs add to the charm.

Carpenters Hall, a former union meeting room, is now a full-service restaurant with an ever-evolving menu rooted in Texan sensibilities and seasonal produce. Expect bold but unfussy dishes, standout brunches, and a community-style ambiance. Wake up with a cortado and breakfast tacos at Carpenter Coffee Bar, and return for a happy hour cocktail and light bites in the afternoon.

Lounge by the intimate outdoor pool shaded by pecan trees, or purchase a day pass to the nearby Castle Hill Fitness gym. Friday evenings bring Feel Good Fridays—vinyl records, natural wines, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels more like a neighbor’s backyard than a hotel.

Step outside to explore Zilker Park (take a dip in Barton Springs Pool, a three-acre pool fed by underground springs) or kayak on Lady Bird Lake. The hotel offers complimentary bicycles for guests to use, perfect for getting downtown. The prime location also makes it easy to explore the trendy shops and restaurants of South Lamar. Or, stay in and catch curated vinyl nights.