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Our top choices for Franklin motels

Property grounds

1. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
Franklin
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (695 reviews)
"Wonderful 2 day getaway. The town of Franklin was like walking back in time -friendly, good eating and all in all a great experience"
United States
Clarence
The price is P4,394
P4,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Carolina Motel
Fireplace

2. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
2.0 star property
Franklin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (558 reviews)
"Convenient location for hiking in the area and comfortable bed. I felt safe and parking was easy. It’s also pet friendly and I stayed with a dog."
United States
Kylie
The price is P4,268
P4,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Colonial Inn Franklin
Reception

3. Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn
2.0 star property
Franklin
7.2 out of 10, Good, (339 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Frenchie was very helpful, friendly, and a pleasure to converse with. Rooms are clean, staff are polite and friendly. We will stay there again when we come back to Franklin."
United States
James
The price is P4,959
P5,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Sapphire Inn
Property grounds

4. Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
Bryson City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (159 reviews)
"Amazing quiet stay!"
United States
Tabitha R
The price is P5,666
P6,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Two Rivers Lodge
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

5. Economy Inn Sylva

Economy Inn Sylva
2.5 star property
Sylva
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (185 reviews)
"Convenient location"
United States
Laquan
The price is P5,367
P6,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Economy Inn Sylva
Living area

6. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
2.0 star property
Whittier
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location. The river was nice."
United States
Juanita
The price is P3,884
P4,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
7.0 out of 10, Good, (930 reviews)
"Very clean Good looking and great price"
United States
carmen
The price is P4,803
P5,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
Mountain view

8. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
Cashiers
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (345 reviews)
"Cute non institutional hotel and great location."
United States
DENNIS
The price is P9,596
P10,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Cashiers
Free continental breakfast

9. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (961 reviews)
"Very clean, helpful and friendly staff, perfect location, reasonably priced"
United States
Charlene
The price is P4,959
P5,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Reception

10. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
Cashiers
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"A lovely relaxing stay close to everything"
United States
Jan
The price is P13,332
P15,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
Exterior

11. Chatuge Mountain Inn

Chatuge Mountain Inn
2.0 star property
Hayesville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (363 reviews)
"We stayed one night and very pleased with everything, We got to park right outside our room. The hotel is located in the beautiful mountains and a very short walk to the lake."
United States
Deana
The price is P4,588
P5,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Chatuge Mountain Inn
Iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), rollaway beds (surcharge)

12. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (968 reviews)
"Breakfast wasn’t really breakfast. Honey Buns and Bananas. The outside is extremely misleading in comparison to the inside. The inside is immaculate. Clean, no bad smells, no red flags. Would definitely stay again"
United States
Faith
The price is P4,002
P4,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
Garden

13. Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages
2.0 star property
Robbinsville
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (337 reviews)
"There was carports for motorcycles!"
United States
Charles
The price is P5,461
P6,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages
Property grounds

14. Drama Inn

Drama Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
7.2 out of 10, Good, (411 reviews)
"Super nice staff and a great place to stay right on the river... have already planned another stay in the coming months!"
United States
Misty
The price is P5,587
P6,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Drama Inn
Property grounds

15. Route 19 Inn

Route 19 Inn
2.5 star property
Maggie Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (287 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly. Cute property."
United States
Patricia
The price is P8,170
P9,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Route 19 Inn
Pool

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
2.0 star property
Cherokee
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Our stay at the Day’s Inn was pleasant the room was very clean and smelled nice upon popping the door staff was vey helpful. "
United States
Debra
The price is P4,215
P4,847 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
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Top Franklin Hotel Reviews

Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn

8/10 Good
"Great for the price can beat it great for the price can't beat it. The owner will go out of his way to help you no matter what you need very good guy very good safe place to stay."
timothy 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Sapphire Inn

Find out more about Franklin

Franklin Motels information

Number of reviews
3,696
Accommodation
3 Motels
Lowest Price
P4,389
Highest Price
P15,065

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Franklin?
Because you'll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in Franklin. In the area, favorite places to visit include Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Franklin?
Colonial Inn Franklin: If driving, you'll be within 17 minutes of Chattahoochee National Forest. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Carolina Motel: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. You'll be located within 15 minutes of Chattahoochee National Forest by car. Sapphire Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. If driving, you'll be within 29 minutes of Western Carolina University.
What things can I to do in Franklin?
Those who've visited Franklin have good things to say about its shops and mountain landscape. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Nantahala River, Parker Meadows Park, and Houston Knob. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Ruby City Gems & Minerals, Bryson City Gem Mine, and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine, Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine, and Rose Creek Mine.
What's the seasonal weather like in Franklin?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Franklin to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 40°F. Average annual precipitation for Franklin is 72 inches.
What are my options for getting around Franklin when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Franklin to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is located 50.7 mi (81.6 km) away from the city center. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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