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Carolina Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Franklin with free parking

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Surrounded by nature, Carolina Motel offers a serene retreat with golfing on site and a beautiful garden. Unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool or explore the nearby nature reserve. With free in-room WiFi, express check-out, concierge services, and helpful staff always ready to assist.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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 refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Living area | TV

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 refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
2601 Georgia Hwy (Hwy 441), Franklin, NC, 28734

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
  • ‪Leo’s Caffe Italia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Carolina Motel

Property highlights
Golfing on site, a garden, and a business center are just a few of the amenities provided at Carolina Motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a nature reserve, and a computer station
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 center
  • 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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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
Property Registration Number 53498345345HL

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from May to August
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Carolina Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM–7:00 PM. The pool will be unavailable from September 1 2025 to May 22 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is Carolina Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carolina Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Carolina Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Carolina Motel located?

Situated in Franklin, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Whistle Stop Mall. The Factory and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here. The staff is friendly and very welcoming. Close to my family that live in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

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

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this throwback Motel. Super friendly staff and clean spacious rooms. Hanging out at the fire pit with the other guests was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older property impeccably maintained. Very helpful front desk/owner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice Staff. Clean. Value for $$
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Would be great to have a small microwave and refrigerator in each room. In all was a positive experience staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

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

Jason

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

Ariane

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

8/10 Good

Debbie

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

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the small cabin out back and it was great .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here. Friendly staff and the location is great for family and fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

Donna

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel with a retro feel. Property and room was very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay again here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As always very nice stay and we love the area. One of our go to stays on the way to the Smokies and back. Very nice and convenient place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

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

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

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here. Convenient to family and fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well kept property. Staff very friendly and helpful. Nice place to stay at a very reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025