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Sapphire Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Franklin with free parking

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Reception
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 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

  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Caffe Rel
    6 min walk
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
    16 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    2 min drive
  • Haywood Smokehouse
    17 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 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine 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

Languages

English

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Colonial Inn Franklin

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
7.8 out of 10, Good, 461 reviews
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Sapphire Inn?

As of 7 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sapphire Inn on 9 Aug 2025 start from AU$121.32, including 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. 77 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 294 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

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

amy

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

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

8/10 Good

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner Frenchie was awesome! Room was fine and clean. Perfect price. It filled up full b4 8pm. Would totally stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Felt safe and you had a variety of places to eat and it was clean with fresh towels every day
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to serval places to eat and shop rooms where very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Angie

Liked: Staff & service
I was in Franklin for a couple nights in between travel. It’s a beautiful little town. Location was super convenient to highways. Staff was friendly and helpful. Updates on the horizon but it was clean, quiet and comfortable. I will stay again if I find my way in this neck of the woods again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and reasonable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive. Clean room. No hair dryer. Fridge and microwave in the room. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Super nice.

Super nice staff, easy registration, clean and nice room. Everything worked perfectly!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024