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Sapphire Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Franklin motel

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave
Exterior
Free WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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 Musuem 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 Musuem - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Angel Medical Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 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
  • ‪El Charro Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen on 153 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Coffee & Tea - ‬14 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 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 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 Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sapphire Inn on Nov 30, 2025 start from $69.99, excluding 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. 83 out of 315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 315 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Traveled with pets
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

6/10 Okay

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Older hotel good price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sharlene

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Leslie

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025