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Econo Lodge Franklin

2.0 star property
Motel in Franklin with free parking

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Lobby
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
Fridge, microwave
Pool

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1660 Armory Drive, Franklin, VA, 23851
  • Place, Franklin Commons Shopping Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Armory Plaza
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Paul D. Camp Community College - Franklin Campus
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Franklin

Econo Lodge Franklin places you within a leisurely stroll of Franklin Commons Shopping Center and Armory Plaza. The 84 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Franklin Commons Shopping Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Armory Plaza - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lakeview Medical Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Paul D. Camp Community College - Franklin Campus - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Obici Hospital - 32 min drive - 30.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Pizza & Pasta Palace - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Ranchero - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Franklin

Motel in Franklin with free parking
At Econo Lodge Franklin, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include a banquet hall, a vending machine, and an ATM.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Travel Inn Franklin
Econo Lodge Motel
Econo Lodge Franklin
Knights Inn Franklin VA
Econo Lodge Motel Franklin

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Econo Lodge Franklin?

Econo Lodge Franklin offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Econo Lodge Franklin?

This motel is located in Franklin, just steps from Franklin Commons Shopping Center. You'll also find Armory Plaza and Franklin Historic District within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Econo Lodge Franklin?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Econo Lodge Franklin include a casino on the premises?

No, Econo Lodge Franklin doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Econo Lodge Franklin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Econo Lodge Franklin?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Econo Lodge Franklin have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Econo Lodge Franklin doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Econo Lodge Franklin allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Econo Lodge Franklin for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night.

Does Econo Lodge Franklin have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Econo Lodge Franklin?

No, at Econo Lodge Franklin, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Econo Lodge Franklin Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 189 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Tough experience, and I usually stay in similar brands. A good percentage of rooms were filled by long-term stays (some down on their luck and some just migrant workers). Drinking in parking lot, clothes hanging all down the rails, doors open with loud music, guys whistling at girls going in rooms. As far as condition and cleanliness, its hard to say. The original room looked better, but the room they moved us to away from the biggest party/loud end, looked to not be in the normal rotation of rooms. There are 2 other similar hotels in same area, and while less active from first glance, I would suggest maybe skipping the town. I wasn't worried for my safety, but maybe not for young families or some traveling alone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montoya, Chesapeake

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Courtney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were traveling through Franklin for a night to attend a memorial service the next day and booked the Econo Lodge. At $80 a night, it seemed reasonable for the area. Unfortunately, the experience was far from acceptable. When we arrived, the surrounding area already felt chaotic—people were partying at the gas station across the street, even climbing on cars and blasting music. At the hotel itself, the property was in terrible condition. The stairs were crumbling, concrete broken, and it was obvious that some people were living there long-term, with clothes hanging over the railings. The overall atmosphere felt unsafe. Once we checked in, we went to our room only to find it completely uncleaned—the bed was unmade, there were dirty towels left behind, trash in the bins, and even urine still in the toilet. Outside the room, trash was scattered around as well. It genuinely looked as if housekeeping had just walked off the job. The one positive was the front desk clerk—he was very kind and understanding. After we explained the situation, he immediately refunded our money with no issue. We appreciated his professionalism, but ultimately felt so uncomfortable and unsafe that we decided to leave and drive 45 minutes to another hotel instead after having already driven 4 1/2 hours and checking in at 10:30 at night Beware of this location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet even though it was right off the highway. It was an older motel/hotel but it was in good condition and very inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TONY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaToya

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was ok, but I had to wake up the attendant to get coffee at 7 am. They advertised an outdoor pool, but it was closed with the winter tarp on it, despite being mid-to-late June. When I booked the room, there was no notice that the pool was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Musty

It had a musty smell, but I got used to it. I was too tired to care.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pool was not open and that was the main reason for choosing the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Patti

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lacretia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Colleen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was disgustingly filthy. The floor had not been cleaned. The bathroom tub was filthy. Paint was peeling off the door. There was no rod in the closet to hang anything (or hangers). There was no cord for the phone.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I think it was a decent hotel for a weekend away
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alvin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visiting tripn

It’s so comfy and the service is immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These people are outright thieves
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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