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Sapphire Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Franklin with free parking

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Reception
Exterior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave
Free WiFi
Sapphire Inn offers a quiet retreat in the business district with essential amenities. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, a relaxing garden, and vending machines for snacks. The property also welcomes RVs, buses, and trucks with dedicated parking.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is ฿2,266
฿2,555 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
761 E. Main Street, Franklin, NC, 28734

What's nearby

  • Angel Medical Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • The Factory - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 6 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen on 153 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Coffee & Tea - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Sapphire Inn

Motel in the business district
Sapphire Inn provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, express check-out and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Sapphire Inn boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and daily housekeeping

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Exterior

Colonial Inn Franklin

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 489 reviews
The price is ฿2,363
฿2,594 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 7 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Sapphire Inn Franklin
Sapphire Inn
Sapphire Inn Motel
Sapphire Inn Franklin
Sapphire Inn Motel Franklin

Frequently asked questions

Is Sapphire Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 7 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sapphire Inn?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sapphire Inn on 2 Nov 2025 start from ฿2,265.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sapphire Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sapphire Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sapphire Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sapphire Inn located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest, Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Scottish Tartans Musuem. Angel Medical Center and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Sapphire Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 311 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has been there a while but the price can't be beat and at that price it exceeded expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owner was nice. Property is well won but good condition.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuleyvi

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
N
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out. Staff very helpfull kind
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing exceptional, but it wa clean and met our expectations, considering what we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph and Mary Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property charges a pet fee of $25 per night. It is currently going through renovation, but the room was clean and welcoming. On the negative side: Street noise, too much noise from the room above and the owners picked a very bad time to resurface the parking lot 😑.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Cheap place to stay. Old but nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Debra

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was in poor repair. Mirror was cracked. Floor dipped down in places. Door had no security lock.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Clair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed there several times and always go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff safe place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Amenities
The owners are fantastic!! Smiles and hospitable in every way. Perfect size property and location. Room smells awesome. Water is hot and water pressure is fantastic! A true surprise for its location and last minute booking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service
Nice for the price. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was great. It is a quiet place with nice people.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
- Needs room instructions on TV/Remote easy use and gain. (A+) Excellent front desk and excellent comfortable bed. * pillow cases need to be as soft as the excellent sheets. ** A few less important room details (loss/degrade/missing), needs addressing. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Our room had a wonderful bed, king size, soft and just right firmness. The refrigerator was great to put our drinks in for the next day. Unfortunately, while they have been working on upgrading a few fixtures, the room badly needed a coat of paint. The floor had recently been redone and was good too. We weren't there for amenities or luxury so it did the job. Staff on check in was friendly and efficient. It looked like a great place for bikers on the AT a they had several things in the office for them.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great clean and affordable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great value and location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Problem with the bedding was taken care of immediately. Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jimmel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No housekeeping for the entire week of stay, no blankets changes, no floor cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sharlene

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got only one partially used roll of toilet paper. Towels for the main body were barely beyond the size of a hand towel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good for an inexpensive motel

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay here again!

Really comfortable beds and clean rooms. Much cleaner than a lot of the overpriced big name brand hotels!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay there every time we come to Franklin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023