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Hampton Inn Franklin

Classic Hampton Inn Franklin offers free Wi-Fi, breakfast, fitness center, and outdoor pool. Located near Dry Falls and local attractions in Franklin, NC.

244 Cunningham Rd, Franklin, NC 28734, United States View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 701 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stays with friendly service

Visitors appreciate the clean, cozy atmosphere and helpful staff, though location and some room features receive mixed feedback.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and accommodating staff noted for excellent customer service
  • Clean and comfortable rooms with well-maintained common areas
  • Consistently good, free hot breakfast that guests find satisfying
  • Cozy lobby ambiance including fireplace creates a welcoming environment

Worth knowing

  • Located on a hill outside downtown Franklin with limited nearby walkability and no sidewalks
  • Some rooms may have noise issues due to proximity to elevators and ice machines
  • Rooms have windows that do not open; occasional reports of a musty smell
  • No on-site restaurant or airport shuttle available
  • Pricing can be slightly higher compared to other local options, reflecting added comfort and service

Best for

  • Travelers arriving by car who value easy access to local attractions
  • Visitors seeking a quiet, smoke-free hotel with fitness and pool facilities
  • Guests who appreciate attentive, professional staff and a welcoming atmosphere
  • Families and pet owners, thanks to kid- and pet-friendly policies
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About this property

Welcome to Hampton Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn Franklin is a classic-style hotel located on a quiet hill just outside downtown Franklin, North Carolina. It offers a straightforward lodging experience with essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, complimentary hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. The property is smoke-free, air-conditioned, and accommodates both families and pets, but it does not include an on-site restaurant or airport shuttle.

Guests have noted the clean and comfortable rooms, with some mentioning a slight musty odor and the inability to open windows for fresh air. The hotel’s setting is somewhat secluded, which contributes to a peaceful atmosphere, though the immediate surrounding area has limited sidewalks and minimal local amenities within walking distance. Many travelers find a vehicle necessary to explore the nearby points of interest.

Conveniently positioned near outdoor attractions like Dry Falls and Cullasaja Falls, Hampton Inn Franklin suits visitors interested in exploring local natural sights. It is also a practical base for those visiting landmarks such as the Gem & Mineral Museum. The hotel’s location provides reasonably easy access from Asheville Regional Airport (about 1 hour 15 minutes by car).

Reviewers frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, the welcoming lobby area, and the well-prepared breakfast, which help create a pleasant stay. While some guests mention noise issues related to elevator and ice machine proximity, and a slightly higher price point, the overall guest feedback supports Hampton Inn Franklin as a reliable choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience near Franklin’s outdoor attractions.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Fitness center
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Business center
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

JSS
James Scott S Apr 05, 2026
8.0

Nice hotel. It sits outside of downtown Franklin so easy with a vehicle to get around. My wife & I like walking in the morning. The immediate surrounding area is sparse & the closest roads don’t have sidewalks. Room was clean although that musty smell persisted. Windows don’t open. That said, we’d definitely stay here again when passing through. Staff was all professional & nice.

JW
Jeff Wilhelm Mar 29, 2026
10

Just stepping in through the front door to see the beautiful lobby, we knew we made the right choice hotel. The girls at the front desk were so nice and very helpful in directing us to some of the sites in the area and getting us checked in. The room is impeccably clean and beautiful. The price was a little higher than what we would normally spend but hey, it's a vacation so it was worth the few extra dollars for the nice comforts. If the breakfast in the morning is hot and delicious, then it is really worth the extra cost.

JK
Jennifer Kreisel Mar 27, 2026
10

Great hotel! Very clean, comfortable beds, friendly staff, well stocked breakfast. Loved it!

FT
F T Feb 12, 2026
8.0

The hotel was great! The lobby was cozy and inviting with a fireplace. The location was on the top of a hill, so it’s secluded but close enough to everything. There’s not much of a view of the mts. up there. We had a small queen room which was decent and clean enough. The only minor inconvenience was we were placed directly in front of the elevator and by the ice machine so it was pretty noisy! Our view was the top of the covered entryway of the hotel. Don’t stay at Rm. 300! The staff was nice. The breakfast was wonderful! Would recommend this place! It was the best hotel with the best reviews around.

DO
Dan O'Sullivan Feb 03, 2026
10

As soon as I walked in Skyler, greeted me. She was so friendly and welcoming. Told me where everything was. The hotel is tucked away on a hill.Totally awesome . I highly recommend staying here.

SK
Steve Karrer Jan 20, 2026
10

I had a wonderful stay at the Hampton Inn in Franklin, North Carolina. The staff was extremely accommodating, warm, and genuinely caring throughout my visit. The rooms were spotlessly clean, and the overall atmosphere of the hotel was calm and welcoming. The breakfast was excellent and consistently well prepared, which made a big difference in starting each day. This was a very stressful work trip for me, as I had to deal with a very demanding boss the entire time. Despite that, the hotel staff made the experience so much more enjoyable. Their kindness, attentiveness, and the comfort they provided truly stood out and helped turn a difficult trip into a pleasant stay. I would absolutely recommend this Hampton Inn and would gladly stay here again.

CC
Connie Carlson Jan 19, 2026
8.0

I booked this hotel for one night as I was stopping in to Franklin just for a day. I never had to deal with customer service as I used the digital check in and key, but the lobby was clean and nice. It’s a little outdated but not terrible. It is secluded, but in a good way! I slept well and was back on the road the next day!

RB
Ryan Boone Jan 09, 2026
10

I had a great stay at the Hampton Inn, Franklin. The staff were very friendly, helpful and accommodating. They went out of their way make sure my stay was the best it could be. I really appreciate this since these days it is rare to have such a positive customer service experience. Highly recommend this hotel.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Hampton Inn Franklin

Franklin, North Carolina, USA

This unassuming hotel is 3 miles from the Gem & Mineral Museum-Franklin and 4 miles from Macon County Recreation Park.

  • McGhee Tyson Airport 2 hr 40 Car
  • Asheville Regional Airport 1 hr 15 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in North Carolina. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Dry Falls 1,084 reviews

Dry Falls

North Carolina 28741, United States

4.9 · Waterfall
Bridal Veil Falls 389 reviews

Bridal Veil Falls

North Carolina 28741, United States

4.6 · Waterfall
Cullasaja Falls 162 reviews

Cullasaja Falls

North Carolina 28741, United States

4.7 · Waterfall
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