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Sapphire Inn

Property class: 2

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A reception area with a wooden counter, a potted plant, and a view of parked cars outside.
A compact kitchen with a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.
A Sapphire Inn sign with a diamond logo, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.
A room with a bed, a chair, a window, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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761 E. Main Street, Franklin, NC, 28734
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Scottish Tartans Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Franklin

Sapphire Inn places you steps from Nantahala National Forest and within a 15-minute stroll of Ruby City Gems & Minerals. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Franklin motel you'll find Western Carolina University.
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What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Scottish Tartans Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ruby City Gems & Minerals - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Macon County Historical Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slanted Window - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sapphire Inn

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 free toiletries. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Franklin motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Sapphire Inn?

Sapphire Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sapphire Inn?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sapphire Inn on 1 Oct 2026 start from NZ$157, 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 parking available at Sapphire Inn?

Yep, Sapphire Inn has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sapphire Inn?

No, Sapphire Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sapphire Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Sapphire Inn?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Sapphire Inn, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 7 kg per pet.

Sapphire Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 339 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Frenchie was very helpful, friendly, and a pleasure to converse with. Rooms are clean, staff are polite and friendly. We will stay there again when we come back to Franklin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quaint old motel with a very nice owner
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great clean more then expected, outside it looks a bit old, but there doing renovations my room was wonderful, caretaker was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Frenchie gave us a great experience. He is very helpful and attentive to our needs. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is unbeatable for the price. The rooms, furnishings, and bedding were clean and of a higher quality than you would expect at this price point. The staff were very responsive, friendly, and helpful. The location and security are excellent. I will DEFINITELY stay there again, since I return to the Smokey Mountains area several times a year, and this is the best combination of security, comfort, and convenience I have found in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is close to restaurants. It is convenient for going to the ruby mines. It is a low cost, tidy hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms. quiet. no road noise/traffic from the road out front at night. bed was comfortable. tv had plenty of channels. rooom was clean. shower had hot water. towels could use a new batch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good parking. Washer dryer avaliable. Restaurant actoss the street, thru hiker rates available
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was fine, room was old looking, but smelled clean. Toilet wasn't fastened to the floor very well. But over all a pleasant visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
the TV didn't work and half way thru a shower the freaking water turned extremely hot for no reason but the bed was comfortable that was the only good thing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great clean and affordable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff safe place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is an amazing place to stay,the owners are super friendly and we had a light out in our room and they came right away and fixed it.I would highly recommend a stay here if your in the area!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed there several times and always go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great value and location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out. Staff very helpfull kind
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient, comfortable, affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good news it is inexpensive and good location. However very dated and time for a remodel makeover.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owner was nice. Property is well won but good condition.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Older hotel good price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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