Hotels in Franklin, IN

Franklin, Indiana is centrally located in the state and is part of Johnson County. Boasting a population of 22,000, Franklin is home to the private Franklin College and is a bustling suburban city with a scenic appeal and small town feel. With nature trails galore and visitors flocking to the town year-round, there are several hotels in and around the city of Franklin to complement its many sporting events and venues, and there are also different price levels to accommodate travelers.

Budget Hotels (under $75/night)

Howard Johnson Express Hotel: Franklin's Howard Johnson Express Hotel is located just one mile from Franklin's business district and is a popular option for business travelers and athletes. The hotel offers free coffee, local calls, WiFi high-speed internet access, continental breakfast and USA Today newspapers for guests, and it also features an indoor heated pool.

176 Lovers Lane
Franklin, IN 46131
317-738-4448
http://www.hojo.com/HowardJohnson/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=07652&brandInfo=HJ

Quality Inn: Franklin's Quality Inn is located next to several other hotels and in close proximity to the Legends Golf Course. Quality Inn is a recently remodeled hotel with an indoor heated pool and fitness room inside. Perfect for the athlete on the go, this hotel boasts free continental breakfast. Rooms with whirpools are available for an additional fee.

150 Lovers Lane
Franklin, IN 46131
317-346-6444
www.qualityinn.com

Red Carpet Inn: The Red Carpet Inn is located in close proximity to Franklin College and is an ideal place for college athletes and visitors of the college to stay. Free parking and laundry/valet services are available at the hotel.

2180 East King Street
Franklin, IN 46131
317-736-8000

Super 8 Motel: The Super 8 Franklin is also located in the bustle of downtown Franklin, providing free breakfast and wireless internet access to guests. Rooms with refrigerators and whirlpool suites are available for an additional charge.

188 Lovers Lane
Franklin, IN 46131
317-738-0888
www.super8.com

Average-Priced Hotels ($75-$100/night)

Comfort Inn: Located outside Indianapolis in Franklin's downtown area, Comfort Inn provides a complimentary continental breakfast, fresh baked cookies every night and free WiFi internet service. The hotel also features an indoor heated pool and fitness room, and smoking rooms are available for an extra charge.

2122 Holiday Lane
Franklin, IN 46131
877-747-8713
www.comfortinn.com

Baymont Inn & Suites: Located close to the Greenwood Mall and a quick drive to downtown Franklin, Baymont Inn & Suites offers free breakfast, indoor heated pool, WiFi Internet access and conference facilities.

1281 South Park Drive
Greenwood, IN 46143
317-865-0100
www.baymontinns.com

Moderate-to-Luxury Hotels ($100/night and up)

Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites: Located directly off Interstate I-65, Holiday Inn sits in between Indianapolis and the city's south side. The hotel is a quick drive to Franklin's downtown and offers a 24-hour business center, laundry facilities, indoor heated pool, 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi internet access and breakfast.

1180 WIlson Drive
Greenwood, IN 46143
317-881-0600
www.hiexpress.com

Candlewood Suites Indianapolis: Located in nearby Greenwood, Candlewood Suites is a short drive to Franklin's business district and is a popular hotel for business travelers. The hotel features a business center, suites and extended stay services.

1190 North Graham Road
Greenwood, IN 46143
317-882-4300
www.candlewoodsuites.com

Article Written By Jenna Jay

Jenna Jay is a San Diego-based writer with a B.A. in communication studies and English from the University of San Diego. A professional writer since 2008, her work has appeared in Indianapolis Monthly Magazine, San Diego Magazine, Examiner.com and College Prowler.

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