Welcome to A Sapphire Inn Franklin

Please Enjoy our Clean and Sanitize facility.

Featuring a perfect getaway motel in Franklin, North Carolina when planning that beautiful mountain vacation filled with several exciting activities in the Gem Capital of World. Franklin, North Carolina is located in Nantahala National Forest. Sapphire Inn is close to many hiking trails including Appalachian Trail & Bartram Trail, waterfalls, gem mining, golf courses, boating, fishing and much more.

A Sapphire Inn offers free Wi-Fi and pet-friendly accommodations in Franklin, just 20 miles from Cherokee where jackpot awaits you at Harrah’s Casino. Free private parking is available on site.

Certain rooms include views of the mountains or city. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub. A flat-screen TV is provided with Direct TV.

You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.

Maggie Valley is 28 miles from Sapphire Inn, and Bryson City is 17 miles away. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 50 miles from the property.

Home of Hiker’s, Miner’s, and Motorcyclists, who get a special rates and special treats at our facility. Hiker’s box available at Front Office and we stamp Hiker’s Passport for Hiker’s attending the Appalachian Trail.