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Carolina Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area. - Carolina Motel (Franklin)
A swimming pool area with a fenced deck, picnic tables, and umbrellas. - Carolina Motel (Franklin)
A motel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and a road in the background. - Carolina Motel (Franklin)
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside tables, and a bench. - Carolina Motel (Franklin)
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. - Carolina Motel (Franklin)
Golfing on site, a garden, and a business center are just a few of the amenities provided at Carolina Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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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
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

About the neighborhood

Franklin is home to Carolina Motel. The Factory and Franklin Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Whistle Stop Mall and Mason Mountain Mine. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Visit our Franklin travel guide
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2601 Georgia Hwy (Hwy 441), Franklin, NC, 28734

What's nearby

  • A steam locomotive numbered 1702 with smoke billowing from its chimney, surrounded by autumnal trees.
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    43 min drive - 36.3 miles
  • A large hotel building with a sign that reads "Cherrypal Casino Hotel."
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    51 min drive - 43.5 miles
  • Whistle Stop Mall
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
    3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
    12 min drive - 10.9 miles

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
  • Sonic Drive-In
    3 min drive

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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

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

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

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.

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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Carolina Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 521 out of 695 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 695 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 695 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 695 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 695 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this motel ,very clean very friendly staff. One staff member recommended a wonderful restaurant in Georgia called the Blue Hound BBQ it was excellent. The restaurant was only 15 mins away. Very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Arleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager and staff were pleasant and kind. Very helpful when asked for suggestion for restaurants. Facility was properly maintained and had very good lighting outside. A clothes iron would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient location & easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to rooms. Extremely clean. Well maintained. Very accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very well maintained and most import it was nice and CLEAN a comfortable !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone nice. Easy to get to. Pool and fire pit. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First - you can’t beat the Customer Service / Staff. We come back every time we are near for that reason. Love that it is a smaller motel. Very clean, park in front of your FIRST floor room - well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

BRYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, basic furnishing, comfortable bed, and the staff was outstanding. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Anonymous

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stopped along the way to Florida, it eas a very clean and safe place for us to sleep and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023