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14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two weeks
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In one month
4 Sept - 6 Sept
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2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for Franklin motels

Fireplace

1. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
2.0 star property
Franklin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (547 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay! Very affordable clean comfortable safe easy access. Nice fire pit outside with plenty of chairs very quiet will definitely stay again."
United States
Melanie
The price is HK$573
HK$628 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Colonial Inn Franklin
Property grounds

2. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
Franklin
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (684 reviews)
"Convenient location & easy parking"
United States
Susan
The price is HK$706
HK$774 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Carolina Motel
Reception

3. Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn
2.0 star property
Franklin
7.2 out of 10, Good, (335 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 HK$502
HK$566 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Sapphire Inn
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
6.8 out of 10, (914 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 HK$533
HK$658 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

5. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (961 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 HK$628
HK$767 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

6. Economy Inn Sylva

Economy Inn Sylva
2.5 star property
Sylva
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (175 reviews)
"Very clean quaint property. Would stay again."
United States
Richard
The price is HK$633
HK$716 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Economy Inn Sylva
Free continental breakfast

7. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (946 reviews)
"Very clean, helpful and friendly staff, perfect location, reasonably priced"
United States
Charlene
The price is HK$484
HK$556 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Mountain view

8. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
Cashiers
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (335 reviews)
"This place was absolutely beautiful not a single bad thing to say about it."
United States
kenzie
The price is HK$1,235
HK$1,396 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Cashiers
Property grounds

9. Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
Bryson City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Yamil
The price is HK$625
HK$706 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Two Rivers Lodge
Exterior

10. Chatuge Mountain Inn

Chatuge Mountain Inn
2.0 star property
Hayesville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (353 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 HK$675
HK$742 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Chatuge Mountain Inn
Living area

11. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"We stay here several times per year and love it! Close to the casino and some rooms are right on the river. Beautiful hidden gem."
United States
Michelle
The price is HK$485
HK$548 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
Reception

12. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
Cashiers
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (132 reviews)
"The Cottage was so lovely and the experience with the hotel was seamless. Highly recommend this hotel, which is also well located to anything you may want to do in and around the area."
United States
Amy
The price is HK$1,392
HK$1,573 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
Property grounds

13. Drama Inn

Drama Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
7.2 out of 10, Good, (405 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 HK$698
HK$803 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Drama Inn
Pool

14. 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, (1,003 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 HK$547
HK$629 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
Garden

15. Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages
2.0 star property
Robbinsville
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (330 reviews)
"The price is great and the rooms are nice. You are within walking distance to a couple of restaurants."
United States
Michael A. SMSgt
The price is HK$698
HK$789 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages
Property grounds

16. Route 19 Inn

Route 19 Inn
2.5 star property
Maggie Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Absolutely will be staying here in the future. Super cute hotel, with a great atmosphere! They staff is amazing, highly recommend!"
United States
ALLISON
The price is HK$932
HK$1,034 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Route 19 Inn
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Top Franklin Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn Franklin

8/10 Good
"Staff was friendly and helpful, room was very comfortable. The hall carpeting and bathroom caulking, although clean, looks a bit tired and worn. Safe location, good parking and easy to get in/out."
Laura 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hampton Inn Franklin

Find out more about Franklin

Franklin Motels information

Number of reviews
5,507
Accommodation
3 Motels
Lowest Price
HK$548
Highest Price
HK$1,573

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Franklin?
As you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Franklin. In the area, popular places to visit include Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.
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. Enjoy nature with a stop at Nantahala River and Parker Meadows Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Ruby City Gems & Minerals, Andy's Trout Farm and Bryson City Gem Mine. Some historical places you might want to see include Sheffield Mine, Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine and Cowee Mountain Ruby 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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