Hilltop Inn Franklin

ex. Budget Inn
Franklin, United States View on map
7.0 Good Based on 152 reviews
Editor's Pick

"This roadside stop offers a hiker box and laundry for trail travelers, while rooms feature hardwood floors and turquoise tiled bathrooms. Made for thru-hikers, and not for anyone requiring spacious parking."

from US$ 62 US$ 55 per night
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Check-in
17 Oct 2026
Check-out
18 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Hilltop Inn

  • Trail Shuttle
    3 daily trips
  • Free Laundry
    Long-distance hikers
  • Hiker Box
    Gear & supplies
  • Hiker Board
    Local trail tips
  • Rustic Charm
    Wood-paneled walls
  • Hiker Rates
    From $45/night

Overview

Located 1.6 miles from Wells Grove Baptist Church, the comfortable Hilltop Inn Franklin is a mere 5 minutes' walk from First United Methodist Church. Featuring 12 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is 1.1 miles from Wayah Bald Lookout Tower.

Located around 10 minutes by foot from Scottish Tartans Musuem Museum, the Franklin hotel is also about 15 minutes' drive from entertainment venues like Ruby Cinemas. Guests will also get to the 3-star Hilltop Inn in the immediate vicinity of Macon County Courthouse. Mountains are near this accommodation. The hotel also provides access to such sports attractions as Franklin Golf Course, which is 1.4 miles away.

The property offers rooms with a seating area featuring climate control, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Family bathrooms are included in the rooms.

Frogtown Market is 5 minutes by foot from the Hilltop Inn.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 22:00
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
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Our tips

Should you book Hilltop Inn?

Perfect if you
  • Need a quick shuttle to the Appalachian Trail - the hotel offers a complimentary shuttle three times a day.
  • Want to bring your pet - the hotel allows pets on request.
  • Traveling on a budget - rooms with a microwave and fridge start at $45-$55 per night.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect an on-site restaurant - the hotel has no dining facility on the property.
  • Need to be near a major airport - the hotel is 118 km from Asheville Regional Airport.
Best for
  • A complimentary shuttle to the Appalachian Trail three times a day
  • A hiker box for resupplying gear and sharing supplies with thru-hikers

Facilities of Hilltop

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
Leisure & Sports
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
Hilltop Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

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Hilltop Inn applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 22:00
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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