Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free parking is available on-site. The parking is limited and does not require a reservation.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Yes, a complimentary breakfast is provided for guests. Specific details about the type of breakfast and serving hours are not mentioned.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Yes, the property allows dogs and cats. A pet deposit of USD 75 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day apply. Service animals are exempt from fees and restrictions.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time starts at 15:00, and check-out time ends at 11:00. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20.00, subject to availability. Late check-out is also available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features accessible facilities, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible public areas. Specific details about room accessibility and bathroom features are not provided.

Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?

The hotel is located in Franklin, North Carolina. It is near attractions such as the Factory, Franklin Golf Course, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, and Ruby City Gems & Minerals. Outdoor activities like hiking and biking are also available in the area.

What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children 17 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding. However, specific details about child-friendly amenities are not mentioned.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not offer rollaway beds or extra beds. Cribs are available for a fee of USD 20.00 per night. Advance request for cribs is recommended.

Colonial Inn Franklin Hotel

Average nightly price at Colonial Inn Franklin by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$66
February	$67
March	$66
April	$68
May	$73
June	$71
July	$75
August	$72
September	$70
October	$92
November	$74
December	$67

What guests think

Colonial Inn Franklin is an older, budget-friendly motel with very clean rooms and welcoming staff, offering a quiet, convenient base near Franklin; travelers highlight good value, easy parking by the door, and pet-friendly touches like grassy areas.

Rooms are basic and dated but generally comfortable; a few guests noted firm or sagging mattresses and occasional noise from neighbors or the road. Amenities are no-frills: the outdoor pool was frequently empty, the fire pit was popular, and the complimentary continental breakfast is simple with limited variety and seating. Service is mostly friendly and helpful, though check-in hiccups and communication issues were reported, and several reviews mentioned TV or Wi-Fi problems and bathroom lights on timers. Expect a budget stay with few frills.

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Facilities

Grounds include a popular fire pit and pet areas; parking is convenient with drive-up rooms. Multiple reviews say the pool was empty or closed.

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barbara

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

check in staff was great room clean basic swimming pool was a joke it was no water in the pool .overpriced,

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Peter

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. Very clean and managed well. Pool wasn’t filled yet but I wasn’t there to swim. I didn’t have a chance to sample breakfast. Great value and convenience!

10

Lou Ann

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quite older hotel off of the main road. Close to mines in area. Plenty of parking and close to room.

8

Timothy

May 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was nice being able to sit outside by the fire pit

8

Jenny

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

They advertise a pool, but the pool was empty and small.

10

garold

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice. No complaints. All first floor rooms so you can park by your door.

10

Brenda

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff/owner was friendly and very accomendating. Nice comfy beds. Was disappointed there was no pool but she said they had just bought the place. Maybe next stay.

10

Bonnie

Nov 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

There were several areas with grass for the dogs. Staff were nice. Property nice and clean.

10

Sabrina

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean property with friendly staff. Pet friendly. Love the fire pit.

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James

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel. Breakfast was disappointing. Pool was an overgrown bathtub.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a strong point across reviews, with rooms and property frequently described as very clean or spotless. A few guests noted occasional smoke odors.

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Katty

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ok everything was clean , the only bad side was that the room had a little cigarette smell but overall , was ok fresh coffee , muffins, fruits, cereal.

10

franklin

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, friendly staff. Well maintained.

10

Carol

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean and comfortable. Modern and attractive decor. Everything worked great, easy to find, easy to park. Centrally located in Franklin w/ a great new Ingles market a mile down the road with salad bar, food bar and so many grab & go items. I would stay again if in the area. Thank you!

10

Jill

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room clean and staff great.

10

Wilma

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean with a comfortable bed. Thier sanitation grade was 100.

10

Brian

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room. Hassle free

10

Barbara

Dec 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean property and the staff was efficient and courteous. Good place to stay at and affordable price.

8

Fred

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Clean room and friendly staff

10

Cynthia

Nov 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spotless room, nice area.

10

FRANK

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Highly recommend this clean friendly hotel.

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Rooms

Rooms are older and basic but generally comfortable; several guests mentioned firm or sagging mattresses and occasional noise from neighbors or the road. Some reported limited TV channels or internet outages, and a few missed in-room coffee makers or noted noisy or weak AC.

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Judith

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took a while to check in but lady pleasant. A few rules & regulations to read. Room was ok and had 2 comfortable beds. Fridge/microwave but NO coffee maker although you could get coffee I think in reception. Same for breakfast - coffee/ cereals/cakes & croissants. Only had one night stay on route so didn't get to see surrounding area although Franklin looked nice & think a fair bit to do. Would recommend though.

10

Velma

Aug 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and comfortable. Only problem was the internet was out and the tv was also effected. But we were satisfied with our stay. Would definitely stay there again.

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Donna

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was ok. I will not rent this hotel again. The occupants in the next room had their TV on all night long. I didn't sleep well at all. I did not return for the second night as I had reserved. I checked out early so I was out $100 and had to fimd another hotel. One of the worst hotels I have ever visited.

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charles

Dec 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall it was a nice hotel.... i mean you could tell it was aged but it was clean and looked decent... my only real complaint was the bed... it was a king room and the bed was one of the mattress on a raised frame with no box springs.... the mattress was very firm and i swear i could fewl the slates or bars that ran the frame... i will admit im a larger guy at 320 pounds... but i wasnt very comfortable on the bed... but that was my only real complaint... i will say.though... watch the shower... the water control is very sensitive... it will go from cold to cooking a lobster with a twitch... lol..

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Lisa

Oct 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is an older motel but my room was absolutely immaculate. Had a very family-friendly vibe. My only complaint is what seemed to be paper-thin walls. I heard every word of my ‘neighbors’ conversation for hours and then highway traffic the rest of the night.

8

Stephen

Aug 7, 2023

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Let me start by saying that if you're looking for a luxury fancy hotel, this isn't it, however for a budget hotel, it's great. Yes it's old, and a bit outdated, but the room was immaculately clean. No frills but a clean place to sleep. Couple of reasons for dropping a star. The bed.. it is a king bed, but sags in the middle. Lay on the side and you start to roll to the middle of the bed. Another unusual thing that was a bit annoying is that the light in the bathroom is on a 15 minute timer. Getting ready and taking a shower typically took too long and the light would go off on you. You could also hear any noise outside like people talking, cars starting up. The price is right though and I would definitely stay there again.

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Elizabeth

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Tv never worked as far has having any channels

8

Larry

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Price is right but heat unit noisy

6

Juanita

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but dated. No in room coffeemaker. No extra towels. No lotion and very small packets of shampoo.

10

Kenneth

Jun 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was engaging and extremely nice. Didn’t like that the television only had two channels available.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. A few guests experienced check-in delays, communication or language issues, or receipt problems, and one reported rudeness.

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Brad

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Vic was a great host. The property could not be nicer and the price was very fair. I will stay there again if I am in the area.

10

Catherine

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly and accommodating staff. Clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again when in the area.

8

Judith

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took a while to check in but lady pleasant. A few rules & regulations to read. Room was ok and had 2 comfortable beds. Fridge/microwave but NO coffee maker although you could get coffee I think in reception. Same for breakfast - coffee/ cereals/cakes & croissants. Only had one night stay on route so didn't get to see surrounding area although Franklin looked nice & think a fair bit to do. Would recommend though.

10

Rafael

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was amicable and excellent!

6

trey

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Much better places to stay; woman at service desk was rude.

6

Lucille

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

New computer so desk clerk was having trouble checking me in. Light in bathroom automatically turns on when entering, even in middle of the night, disturbing others. No receipt at checkout. Language barrier a problem. STILL do not have a receipt showing that I paid and how much!!!!

10

Sharon

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great welcome, such a nice staff with loads of information about the area. Was apprehensive due to the price, did not expect such a quiet, comfortable night's sleep.

8

Dianne

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean & comfortable. Check in was difficult since person checking us in didn’t understand English very well & had to call someone else to speak with me. Breakfast was well laid out and good selection but only 2 upholstered chairs to sit in with no table.

10

Brittany

Nov 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were so kind and helpful, great room, clean and convenient

10

Thomas

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff, reasonably priced, very clean! Will stay again

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Location

Convenient roadside location in or just outside Franklin; easy to find with drive-up access and generally quiet surroundings. Several reviews noted feeling safe and close to area attractions or town services.

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sharon

Jun 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was easy to get to clean friendly people

10

Lou Ann

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quite older hotel off of the main road. Close to mines in area. Plenty of parking and close to room.

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Nancy

Aug 21, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Very straight forward in and out motel. Clean. Glad they had coffee, for the price there is usually small morning food buffet. Convenient.

8

Debra

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfy beds. Location was good

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John

Dec 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place is very easy to find and was clean. Just a good place traveling through.

10

Carol

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean and comfortable. Modern and attractive decor. Everything worked great, easy to find, easy to park. Centrally located in Franklin w/ a great new Ingles market a mile down the road with salad bar, food bar and so many grab & go items. I would stay again if in the area. Thank you!

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Wesley

Nov 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very affordable, quiet and well lit. Safe area not far south of everything in Franklin. Great stay!

10

Jennifer

Nov 7, 2022

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This property is as advertised - well maintained, secure, no frills, good value. Kind staff. If you're looking for a good value, this motel is a good place to land.

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Mary

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel that was clean and the service was good. Great place to stop while traveling.

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Thomas

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice roadside motel, just 2 miles outside of town. Room was surprisingly very clean, and the bed was quite comfortable.

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Dining

Breakfast is a simple continental spread (coffee, cereal, pastries, fruit) with limited variety; several guests found it basic or disappointing, and seating is minimal. A few noted it adequate for the price.

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Katty

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ok everything was clean , the only bad side was that the room had a little cigarette smell but overall , was ok fresh coffee , muffins, fruits, cereal.

8

Nancy

Aug 21, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Very straight forward in and out motel. Clean. Glad they had coffee, for the price there is usually small morning food buffet. Convenient.

8

Judith

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took a while to check in but lady pleasant. A few rules & regulations to read. Room was ok and had 2 comfortable beds. Fridge/microwave but NO coffee maker although you could get coffee I think in reception. Same for breakfast - coffee/ cereals/cakes & croissants. Only had one night stay on route so didn't get to see surrounding area although Franklin looked nice & think a fair bit to do. Would recommend though.

10

Monica

Nov 9, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Extremely clean. Quiet and laid back. Loved the rocking chairs. Only thing I would suggest is a little better choice of items at breakfast. 9.4

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Thomas

Aug 2, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

No internet for 3 days. Smoking right outside of a non smoking room and smelling it in the room. 15 minutes timer on bathroom light. Poor excuse for a breakfast.

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David

Aug 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is an older propery, but new management. One common fault is the breakfast menu was all sweets.

8

Dianne

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean & comfortable. Check in was difficult since person checking us in didn’t understand English very well & had to call someone else to speak with me. Breakfast was well laid out and good selection but only 2 upholstered chairs to sit in with no table.

4

Kimberly

Aug 2, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Price was fair but room is really dated, beds are very uncomfortable, room smelled like cigarettes. Pool empty and breakfast very limited.

10

Curtis

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No coffee pot, limited Breakfast, no usb ports but over all nice stay

6

Paul

Aug 9, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Very clean and functional room for a one week stay. Only problem l found was the only window was very small which made the room very dark. Very basic breakfast. Warm and friendly staff

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $71	2 $115	3 $115
4 $88	5 $88	6 $92	7 $87	8 $92	9 $121	10 $114
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18 $88	19 $88	20 $88	21 $87	22 $88	23 $98	24 $99
25 $88	26 $86	27 $86	28 $87	29 $86	30 $96	31 $95

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