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Our top choices for Franklin motels

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1. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
Franklin
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 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 ฿2,939
฿3,225 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Carolina Motel
Fireplace

2. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
2.0 star property
Franklin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (552 reviews)
"Clean room will stay here again"
United States
Cecilia
The price is ฿2,385
฿2,617 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Colonial Inn Franklin
Reception

3. Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn
2.0 star property
Franklin
7.2 out of 10, Good, (337 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 ฿2,287
฿2,578 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sapphire Inn
Property grounds

4. Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
Bryson City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"Amazing quiet stay!"
United States
Tabitha R
The price is ฿2,602
฿2,940 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Two Rivers Lodge
Room

5. Economy Inn Sylva

Economy Inn Sylva
2.5 star property
Sylva
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (178 reviews)
"Convenient location"
United States
Laquan
The price is ฿2,793
฿3,156 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Economy Inn Sylva
Luxury Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location. The river was nice."
United States
Juanita
The price is ฿2,022
฿2,284 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
Room

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
6.8 out of 10, (920 reviews)
"My family and I have stayed at this location 3 times as this is an excellent "base camp" to enjoy the local mountain scenery. Each time has been better than the last. Our family appreciated the proximity to local shopping. Our rooms were clean as were the rest of the facilities. We have stayed in winter, early spring and the latest was in the summer and the kids really enjoyed the pool."
United States
Noah
The price is ฿2,222
฿2,740 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
The Outland Skyhaus | Mountain view

8. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
Cashiers
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (339 reviews)
"Cute non institutional hotel and great location."
United States
DENNIS
The price is ฿5,029
฿5,683 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Cashiers
Reception

9. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
Cashiers
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Love the hotel. Location, cute and clean."
United States
Laurie
The price is ฿5,684
฿6,423 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
Suite, 1 King Bed

10. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (964 reviews)
"I have stayed at this place many times over the years as well as a few others close by. Hands down better dollar for dollar value, hassle free lodging."
United States
mark
The price is ฿2,614
฿3,195 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
Breakfast area

11. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (953 reviews)
"Very clean and convenient"
United States
Cheryl
The price is ฿2,194
฿2,523 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Exterior

12. Chatuge Mountain Inn

Chatuge Mountain Inn
2.0 star property
Hayesville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (355 reviews)
"I had stayed here before and knew it was a bare bones place to stay. This time our room smelled of cigarette smell. There was a hole in the ceiling in the bathroom. The bed was okay but there were stains on the carpet."
United States
Vivian
The price is ฿2,810
฿3,091 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Chatuge Mountain Inn
Garden

13. Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages
2.0 star property
Robbinsville
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (335 reviews)
"The manager was a great help in letting us know the best roads, attractions, and the best places to eat. Made sure to tell us how to avoid the construction zones around the area."
United States
Wilbert
The price is ฿2,908
฿3,286 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages
Property grounds

14. Drama Inn

Drama Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
7.2 out of 10, Good, (409 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 ฿2,908
฿3,344 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Drama Inn
Property grounds

15. Route 19 Inn

Route 19 Inn
2.5 star property
Maggie Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (284 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly. Cute property."
United States
Patricia
The price is ฿3,538
฿3,927 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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, (1,006 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 ฿2,206
฿2,536 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
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Top Franklin Hotel Reviews

Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful stay! The owner was super nice and helpful. Rooms are cleaned upon request, wifi worked and AC was cold. Fridge and Refridgerator were working and are clean. The bathroom was also clean. Location is great, Walking distance to downtown Franklin and short drive to Ingles."
Ava 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Sapphire Inn

Find out more about Franklin

Franklin Motels information

Number of reviews
7,696
Accommodation
3 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,284
Highest Price
฿6,423

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Franklin?
If you can't find a motel in Franklin, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find something similar from more than 443 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels became more prevalent in the US 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 self-parking. Sapphire Inn: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. You'll be located within 29 minutes of Western Carolina University by car. Carolina Motel: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. If driving, you'll be within 15 minutes of Chattahoochee National Forest.
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, make sure that you 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, Old Cardinal Gem Mine and Sheffield Mine.
What's the seasonal weather like in Franklin?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Franklin is 1830 mm.
What are my options for getting around Franklin while 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 heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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