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The Franklin Hotel

Property class: 4

Photo gallery for The Franklin Hotel

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a side table, a chair, and a window with blinds.
A restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, wooden panel walls, and hanging light fixtures.
A room with a dark wall, a number '3' sign, a small table with a bowl and vase, and a bed with pillows.
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Explore the area

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92 Franklin Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000
  • Place, Victoria Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Adelaide Central Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rundle Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a side table, a chair, and a window with blinds.

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room

A door with a sign requesting room make-up due to a hectic night.

Premium Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Adelaide

At The Franklin Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Adelaide Convention Centre and Rundle Mall. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Adelaide Central Business District hotel, attractions include Adelaide Oval and Adelaide Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Victoria Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Adelaide Central Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rundle Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adelaide Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adelaide Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Pirie Street Tram Station - 7 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Franklin Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Union Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toriok - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Elementary Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TUTTO Cucina + Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Franklin Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the boutique The Franklin Hotel.

This 4-star Adelaide hotel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1855
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Franklin Hotel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1855
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Franklin Adelaide
Franklin Hotel Adelaide
The Franklin Hotel Hotel
The Franklin Hotel Adelaide
The Franklin Hotel Hotel Adelaide

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Franklin Hotel?

The closest beach to The Franklin Hotel is Glenelg Beach (9.7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at The Franklin Hotel?

As of 11 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Franklin Hotel on 13 Sept 2026 start from NZ$242, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Franklin Hotel?

No, The Franklin Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Franklin Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Franklin Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Franklin Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Franklin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 407 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keegan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and great atmosphere down in the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical boutique hotel. Good location. Very pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Amenities
Brilliant location, charming hotel and very pleasant and obliging staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms very clean. Serviced regularly. Great location. heating and cooling. We stayed for a week and were very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aik Phonesavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great funky place to stay good location close to Chinatown and CBD
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stylish, spacious room in a historic building with a popular pub. The food was spectacular and the staff friendly. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, but loud street at night. It was good stay, but too many post pub patrons having fun loudly outside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff relaxed confident old world charm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Very convenient location. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting hotel and spacious rooms but no lift to rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, clean and simple rooms that are appropriately furnished, has a modern chic vibe, super convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great spot

Great place to stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Character-filled rooms, super-helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazingly helpful & friendly staff! The room was spotless, spacious and comfortable with complimentary drinks and snacks. The verandah is also a great touch
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quirky boutique hotel

Great boutique hotel - complimentary minibar and nice amenities. Loved the design and excellent bar underneath
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just across from the Central Market, walk into Rundle Mall and many surrounding bars. Friendly staff, 24 hr access, trendy room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love everything about this Hotel. The service is excellent, the food is outstanding, the bathrooms are huge and ultra clean, the beds are comfortable, the water pressure is unbelievable and there is even leadlight windows in the rooms. Not to mention the free minibar. I highly recommend this beautiful old pub!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Isabel

Was perfect location for our tour bus pickup. Dinner was great and service really good. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff are so helpful -couldn't do enough for our comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome spot great staff and extremely clean ! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service from staff, could not have been more helpful. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meng

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Franklin hotel is such a great spot. Close to cafes, restaurants and the Adelaide markets. The staff are always helpful and friendly. I particularly like the artwork and quirkiness of this boutique hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vangana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

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