What's it like in Historic Downtown Franklin?

Historic Downtown Franklin is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its churches, restaurants and shopping. Make sure that you visit Franklin Theatre and Lotz House Museum as part of your Historic Downtown Franklin travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Historic Downtown Franklin?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Harpeth Franklin Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton is the highest ranked property in Historic Downtown Franklin. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Historic Downtown Franklin?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Downtown Franklin to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Franklin area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Downtown Franklin, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Historic Downtown Franklin.

What can I see and do in this Franklin neighbourhood?

For cultural attractions in Historic Downtown Franklin, head to Franklin Theatre, CMA Theater at Country Music Hall Of Fame and Lotz House Museum. Carter House and Franklin Square are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. The Square, Pull-Tight Players Theatre and Kimbro's Pickin Parlor are just a few of the places to visit in and around Historic Downtown Franklin. When you're sightseeing in Franklin, McLemore House and Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Historic Downtown Franklin Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Franklin hotels

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a central staircase, and a fire feature.

1. The Harpeth Franklin Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton

Historic Downtown Franklin

Jason

RM1,742 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.

2. Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Franklin

4.8 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Ann

RM653 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with blue seating areas, hanging lamps, and a reception desk.

3. Tru by Hilton Franklin Cool Springs Nashville

5.5 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Preston

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, seating areas, a reception desk, and a television screen.

4. Best Western Franklin Inn

4.2 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

don

RM362 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a large painting.

5. Hyatt House Nashville/Franklin/Cool Springs

4.9 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Adam

RM653 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious lobby with a grey sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

6. Hyatt Place Nashville/Franklin/Cool Springs

7.3 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Tasha

RM448 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and seating areas with blue sofas and a coffee table.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Nashville Franklin Cool Springs

6.2 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Jay

RM431 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with a fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs and tables, a large umbrella, and a stone wall backdrop.

8. Towneplace Suites by Marriott Franklin Cool Springs

6.3 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Lon

RM485 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchen area with a refrigerator, microwave, and a coffee maker.

9. Candlewood Suites Nashville - Franklin by IHG

4.2 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

JEFFERY Alan

RM459 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A nighttime outdoor area with a fire feature, a bench, and a building with large windows.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Franklin - Berry Farms by IHG

7.5 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Charlotte

RM614 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

11. Baymont by Wyndham Franklin/Cool Springs

4.7 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Cindi

RM341 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, parking area, and landscaped garden.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Franklin Berry Farms

7.5 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

john graham

RM631 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a central seating area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a mural on the wall.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Franklin Cool Springs

6.9 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

David

RM532 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

14. Aloft by Marriott Nashville Franklin

6.2 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Christy

RM635 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Clarion Pointe Franklin - Nashville Area

5.3 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

terry

RM309 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

16. Holiday Inn Franklin - Cool Springs by IHG

7.9 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Adam

RM417 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and trees.

17. Spark by Hilton Brentwood Nashville I 65S

15.2 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Barbara

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern building with a central courtyard, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

18. Springhill Suites Nashville Brentwood

14.8 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Miriam

RM595 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a menu board.

19. Hyatt Place Nashville Brentwood

15.5 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Jill

RM453 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

20. Holiday Inn Express Spring Hill by IHG

16.9 km from Historic Downtown Franklin

Paula

RM648 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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