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Carolina Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Franklin with free parking

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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2601 Georgia Hwy (Hwy 441), Franklin, NC, 28734
  • Place, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Factory
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mill Creek Country Club
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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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

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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

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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 - 2.1 km
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Factory - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Franklin Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Mill Creek Country Club - 12 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Old Ingles - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Leo’s Caffe Italia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬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.

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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

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

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
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Carolina Motel Franklin
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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 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carolina Motel on 27 Sept 2025 start from AU$151.08, 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). 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. 482 out of 642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 642 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

Chadrian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Earlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful with locations around town. Dave was very knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little American owned mom and pop motel. Small enough you can park in front of your room, has a pool, and they have a firepit and have fires on the weekends weather permiting. Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
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

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

Jack

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Carolina Motel was great! Clean and comfortable with friendly staff who worked hard to give us a great stay at the motel. Our room was spotless and had everything we needed including a very comfy bed. My only reason for the 4 instead of 5 is that, because it is a little older, it had a tiny bit of a musty smell like many hotels of this age and type do. However, we felt it was a great value and very positive experience and would definitely stay here again. Thanks Carolina Motel staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Excellent helpful staff. Clean, comfortable rooms
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating, personable, returned phone calls, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Able to park motorcycle in front of the room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kind and patient staff. Clean and comfortable. Coffee available at 7 am.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Kevan

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

Very nice stay

Very friendly and helpful staff. Very convenient location and very clean rooms. Easy parking and rooms are large and comfortable. We have stayed here many times and is a go to for us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary, Mt Pleasant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, clean and comfortable , young lady very friendly checking me in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's an older hotel but it's kept up very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevan

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

Awesome stay!

Awesome staff and very comfortable and clean room. Conveniently located to the mountains travel route, always a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, San Matteo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained. Comfortable bed and room. Very helpful friendly staff. Nice bonfire in fire pit on weekends. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect except the final charge

One of cleanest hotels I have visited. But for some reasons, the final charge is about $20 higher than that I booked in hotels.com
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nairobi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024