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Sapphire Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Franklin motel

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Reception
1 bedroom, free WiFi
1 bedroom, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
761 E. Main Street, Franklin, NC, 28734
  • Ruby City Gems & Minerals
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • The Factory
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 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
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • The Factory - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles

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

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.

Languages

English

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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

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 Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sapphire Inn on Jun 25, 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 0.7 mi away from Franklin.

Sapphire Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 289 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gonzalo

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and peaceful night to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stacy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Filthy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luigi, Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy

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

8/10 Good

Darla

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clair

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed there frequently because affordable and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay quiet and peaceful ✌

awesome stay. very very very cool management 👌 👍 😎 👏 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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

8/10 Good

Kris

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024