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Sapphire Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Franklin motel

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Reception
Free WiFi
Fridge, microwave
Exterior
Free WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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761 E. Main Street, Franklin, NC, 28734
  • Place, Ruby City Gems & Minerals
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Scottish Tartans Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Franklin

In Franklin .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Nantahala National Forest and Ruby City Gems & Minerals. Scottish Tartans Museum and Angel Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ruby City Gems & Minerals - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Scottish Tartans Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 37 min drive - 30.9 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 52 min drive - 43.8 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe REL - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Gondola’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sapphire Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Franklin motel
Sapphire Inn offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sapphire Inn also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Franklin motel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sapphire Inn offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Franklin motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 15 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Sapphire Inn Franklin

Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn Motel

Sapphire Inn Franklin

Sapphire Inn Motel Franklin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sapphire Inn to the airport?

Sapphire Inn is 71.2 mi (76-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sapphire Inn?

As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sapphire Inn on May 26, 2026 start from $79, 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.

Does Sapphire Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sapphire Inn.

Does Sapphire Inn offer free breakfast?

Sapphire Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sapphire Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sapphire Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Sapphire Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sapphire Inn have a pool?

Sapphire Inn does not have a pool.

Does Sapphire Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sapphire Inn to downtown Franklin?

Sapphire Inn is 0.4 mi away from East Franklin.

Sapphire Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 325 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Austin

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ne and my fiancee left with pink eye the dust behind the dresser was 4 inches deep. the bathroom fooor hadnt been mopped for a very long time and the police showed up a few times because during the night. no sleep no rest no relaxation no serenity.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Neither remotes for the tv worked. We had to google how to turn it on and then could only watch one Chanel all night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The only issues we had was the lady that checked us in was extremely rude, like we were bothering her. The rest of the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael Ray

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is an amazing place to stay,the owners are super friendly and we had a light out in our room and they came right away and fixed it.I would highly recommend a stay here if your in the area!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

stan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good news it is inexpensive and good location. However very dated and time for a remodel makeover.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Debra

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Love it!

The room was nice. I enjoyed the outdoor openness of the hotel. I’ve already booked this same hotel 2 more times and will continue staying at this location when I visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph and Mary Anne

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
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

Keith

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient, comfortable, affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Garth

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

8/10 Good

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

4/10 Poor

Lesley

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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