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Sapphire Inn

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Sapphire Inn provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
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  • 1 bedroom
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  • Free WiFi

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  • 1 bedroom
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  • Free WiFi

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  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Franklin, Sapphire Inn is in the business district and in the mountains. Scottish Tartans Museum and Macon County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine and Rose Creek Mine. Ruby City Gems & Minerals and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Franklin travel guide
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761 E. Main Street, Franklin, NC, 28734

What's nearby

  • A large hotel building with a sign that reads "Cherrypal Casino Hotel."
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    45 min drive - 37.7 miles
  • Scottish Tartans Museum
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ruby City Gems & Minerals
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Macon County Historical Museum
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Slanted Window
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Caffe REL
    6 min walk

About this property

Sapphire Inn

  • Motel in the business district
  • Sapphire Inn provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
    • A vending machine and barbecue grills
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Sapphire Inn offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 15 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Sapphire Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 15 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sapphire Inn?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sapphire Inn on Aug 28, 2026 start from $72, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sapphire Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sapphire Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sapphire Inn located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest, Ruby City Gems & Minerals, and Scottish Tartans Museum. Angel Medical Center and Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum are also within 1 mi (2 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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