See all properties
Save

Carolina Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Franklin with free parking

Photo gallery for Carolina Motel

Terrace/patio
Exterior
Property grounds
Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

View map
2601 Georgia Hwy (Hwy 441), Franklin, NC, 28734
  • Place, Whistle Stop Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Cabin, 1 Bedroom

Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Franklin

At Carolina Motel you'll be steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Whistle Stop Mall. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Franklin motel, you'll be 3 km (1.8 mi) from The Factory and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts.
View more Motels in FranklinOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Whistle Stop Mall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Fontana Lake - 36 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Western Carolina University - 41 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 43 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 58 min drive - 75.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Romeo’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Leo’s Caffe Italia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Carolina Motel

Motel in Franklin with free parking
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Carolina Motel. Free self parking is available.

This Franklin motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Carolina Motel offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Similar properties

Exterior
Colonial Inn Franklin
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
4.0 out of 5, Very good, 511 reviews
The price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Colonial Inn Franklin

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 1 2025 to May 22 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 60 mi (96 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 60 mi (96 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 53498345345HL

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Carolina Motel
Carolina Hotel Franklin
Carolina Motel Motel
Carolina Motel Franklin
Carolina Motel Motel Franklin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Carolina Motel?

Carolina Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Carolina Motel?

Yep, Carolina Motel has a free self car park.

Does Carolina Motel have a pool?

Carolina Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to August). The swimming pool will be unavailable from September 1 2025 to May 22 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carolina Motel?

No, Carolina Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carolina Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Carolina Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Carolina Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 656 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 656 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 656 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 656 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 656 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They need to take action regarding the internet. Wouldn't work most of the time. Couldn't really do anything online. They claim nobody in town has reliable internet. Other motels in town that I have stayed at had good internet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying in the small cabin in back .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Concord

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great little old style motel. The family that runs it has owned it since the 50's. They have done very well keeping it updated and clean. We absolutely loved staying here again. I just wish it was a few miles closer to WCU.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Stay here.

Nice room, friendly staff, and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Meeting new people! And hanging at the firepit 👍😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old motel but nice. Large room comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coy

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

Staying with charm

This Motel is wonderful, charming, clean, friendly, quiet place to stay with great rates. I stayed here 15 years ago and loved it, it looks as new now as then.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable stay.Loved how quiet it was,no slamming doors or people causing problems anywhere.Couldn’t tell anyone else was even there when there was many.Loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little old school motel that has been well-kept. Room was super clean, owner is very kind and helpful, check-in was easy, and coffee was available in the lobby at 7am. We especially enjoyed the pool after a long day of travel. Great value, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevan

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

One of our favorites

Awesome stay as always!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

A Step Back In Time!

This is one of nicest places you can stay in Franklin, NC! A great motel, very clean, friendly service! We will definitely be staying here again if we're ever in this area! A step back in time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel is made just like a motel in the 60s, so it has a nostalgia factor going for it. It also is a good value and the staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was nice. Lacked fridge and microwave
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so cute and very clean. The gentleman at the front desk was so nice and gave us a local map and told us the best places to eat. He also gave us a map of the waterfalls when we told him that is what we were in town for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wifi does not work (2x stays) at this hotel

Wifi at this hotel does not work. This is the second time we stayed here, and the second time the wifi did not work. The office closes at 7 (closed at 5 unexpectedly on this stay) and there was no contact for the wifi to be reset or to troubleshoot. It's a great little place, with great people and a great room (quiet even though on the main road), but if you need or want wifi, choose another place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Hiking trip

Very clean and surprisingly quiet being so close to a 4 lane highway. I was hiking nearby and gave this place a try, glad I did.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this clean old school motel. Family owned and always friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely clean and spacious room that is conveniently located. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

it was okay for a night

Only stayed one night, was quiet, however, no refrigerator or microwave, and no coffee pot in the room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable play to stay. We plan to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

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

Blast from the Past

Spacious room with soft pillows and comfy bed. Hotel is older 1960’s vibe but well maintained and clean. Host is very gracious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nellie, Cleveland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So quaint, like stepping back in time !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family owned for 56 years. Just a beautiful, older property that is well maintained. Would stay here again and again and again...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025