Franklin Motel: Best Franklin Motels 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Franklin?

Colonial Inn Franklin : 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.

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Our top choices for Franklin motels

Colonial Inn Franklin

Franklin

LISA

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Sapphire Inn

Franklin

Michael Ray

includes taxes & fees

31 Jan - 1 Feb

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Clayton

Niki

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Clayton

Breonna

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Phillips Historic Motel & Cottages

Robbinsville

John

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Downtown Cherokee

Caridad

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Route 19 Inn

Maggie Valley

Kelly

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

Two Rivers Lodge

Bryson City

Donnie

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Economy Inn Sylva

Sylva

Michael

Luxury Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Whittier

Sherell

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Chatuge Mountain Inn

Hayesville

steven

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

The Wells Hotel Cashiers

Cashiers

Graham

includes taxes & fees

10 Feb - 11 Feb

Drama Inn

Downtown Cherokee

Rachel

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Cherokee

Lissette

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

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Cashiers

Adan

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8 Feb - 9 Feb

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Top Franklin Hotel Reviews

Great Smoky Mountain Creekside Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"The cabin is beautiful!! The creek, the bone fire, everything was great. The host was great. Will definitely come back. Highly recommended. "

Amazing Creekside Mountain Retreat!!! Hot Tub, 2 Firepits & Starlink WiFi!

10/10 Excellent

"The house was very clean and organized with everything we needed. Kathy (the host) was very accommodating and prompt with all responses. We enjoyed staying there so much we’ve already begun looking into their other properties! "

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Franklin Motels information

Number of reviews	7,431
Accommodation	3 Motels
Lowest Price	€60
Highest Price	€137

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 433 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: 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.

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, 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 Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire 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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