In the heart of the business district, Sapphire Inn offers a peaceful retreat with free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Guests can unwind in the garden or grab a snack from the vending machine, while RV/bus/truck parking adds convenience.
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
Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 136 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
When visiting Franklin, Sapphire Inn is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 15 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Skiing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Sapphire Inn Franklin
Sapphire Inn
Sapphire Inn Motel
Sapphire Inn Franklin
Sapphire Inn Motel Franklin
Frequently asked questions
Does Sapphire Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sapphire Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sapphire Inn?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 15 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Sapphire Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sapphire Inn?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sapphire Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Sapphire Inn like?
Sapphire Inn is a short 1-minute walk from Nantahala National Forest and 12 minutes' walk from Ruby City Gems & Minerals.
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Sapphire Inn Reviews
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10
Very friendly staff safe place to stay
amy
1-night trip
10/10
My stay was great. It is a quiet place with nice people.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
8/10
Problem with the bedding was taken care of immediately. Very nice staff.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Friendly staff and clean
amy
1-night trip
10/10
Always a great value and location
David H
1-night trip
10/10
Great clean and affordable stay.
Sherri
2-night trip
8/10
The owner Frenchie was awesome! Room was fine and clean. Perfect price. It filled up full b4 8pm. Would totally stay there again!
Darla
1-night trip
8/10
very good for an inexpensive motel
Debra
6/10
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.
Angie
2-night trip
10/10
Really comfortable beds and clean rooms. Much cleaner than a lot of the overpriced big name brand hotels!
Cynthia
1-night trip
10/10
Inexpensive. Clean room. No hair dryer. Fridge and microwave in the room. Good value.
Mary
1-night trip
10/10
Stay there every time we come to Franklin.
Debra
2-night trip
10/10
Felt safe and you had a variety of places to eat and it was clean with fresh towels every day
amy
3-night trip
2/10
Filthy
Stacy
1-night trip
10/10
Close to serval places to eat and shop rooms where very clean
amy
3-night trip
10/10
Very friendly staff and reasonable
Jerry
2-night trip
10/10
Super nice staff, easy registration, clean and nice room. Everything worked perfectly!
Louise
4-night trip
6/10
Bed was very comfortable.
Linda
1-night trip
10/10
Room wasn't quite ready when I arrived, but manager was SUPER friendly and it was ready in minutes. It may not be a Hilton, but for the price, you can't really beat it. A simple, no-frills room for a night.
Brandon
1-night trip
10/10
Room was nice and open for wheelchair access.
Phyllis
1-night trip
10/10
A budget hotel with large rooms and comfortable beds. Refrigerator. Needs more outlets and poor wifi.
James
1-night trip
8/10
Cute little “ma pa” type motel. No frills just a clean motel stop along the way.
Sonja
1-night trip
8/10
Older property, very dated and in need of updating but very clean and suited our need’s perfectly.
Dwayne
2-night trip
8/10
Stayed there many times for the value a great place to stay. Now at the current rate not worth the extra money. Would stay at newer locations.
David H
1-night trip
10/10
Making sure I had everything for my stay here and if I needed anything just let them know