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Carolina Motel

2.5 star property

Photo gallery for Carolina Motel

A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area.
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside tables, and a bench.
A swimming pool area with a fenced deck, picnic tables, and umbrellas.
A motel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and a road in the background.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling fan, a patterned sofa, a wooden coffee table, a side table with a lamp, a chair with a red cushion, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, each with a floral-patterned bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a phone on the nightstand.

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a TV, a small table with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside tables, and a bench.

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cabin, 1 Bedroom

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling fan, a patterned sofa, a wooden coffee table, a side table with a lamp, a chair with a red cushion, and a painting on the wall.

Cabin, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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.
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What's nearby

  • Whistle Stop Mall - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Western Carolina University - 34 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Chatuge Lake - 38 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 43 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 51 min drive - 70.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Carolina Motel

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.

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includes taxes & fees
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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

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Carolina Motel?

As of 10 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carolina Motel on 11 Aug 2026 start from AU$140, 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 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).

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. 511 out of 684 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 684 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 684 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 684 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 684 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are frequent visitors and have always enjoyed our stay, highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A vintage but modernized hotel. Charming hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff rooms are old but clean staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless clean. The staff is amazing. We always enjoy our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Do A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. Helpful staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman running the place was very pleasant and helpful. Very business friendly, he named all the eating places in the surrounding area also. Parking was available right in front of your room, which is nice. The rooms were clean and stocked. If you needed anything he was quick to get it. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at this clean mom and pop motel. The bed slept good too. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Stay here.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners/staff at the Carolina Motel were friendly and helpful. There weren't a lot of upgrades but they weren't needed because everything was clean, comfortable, and in good condition. Since it isn't a huge hotel, it was nice being able to keep my curtains and door open while I was in the room, simply enjoying the outdoor space as well. Coffee was available in the mornings but I rated the amenities as average because there wasn't water in the swimming pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Amenities
Love staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every aspect of our stay was great !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was so nice and cute. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

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