The Franklin Hotel

Hotel address: 311 West Franklin, Chapel Hill, NC, US 27516
Phone number: 919-442-9000

Hotel Description

Celebrate a new tradition?Experience Chapel Hill, as you never have before.Come and discover The Franklin Hotel, a premiere luxury boutique hotel on Franklin Street in the heart of historic downtown Chapel Hill, opening Fall 2006. The new hotel offers luxury, convenience and unsurpassed attention to detail and personalized service with a gracious and dedicated expert staff. Centrally located at 311 West Franklin Street, The Franklin Hotel is just steps away from the campus of the University of Carolina, Kenan Memorial Stadium, Dean E. Smith Center, Memorial Hall, Morehead Planetarium, fine restaurants, museums, art galleries, theaters and boutiques, and is convenient to I-40, Raleigh Durham Airport, Research Triangle Park, Durham and Hillsborough. Simple elegance with a distinctive classic style in a warm, inviting atmosphere, the upscale hotel features 67 beautifully appointed guestrooms including 7 luxury penthouse suites. The comfortable guestrooms feature expansive high ceilings and either double glass doors that open on to private furnished patio balconies, or large dome windows, both filling the room with beautiful natural light and offering lovely panoramic views of Franklin Street, downtown Chapel Hill and beyond. The elegant guestrooms offer many of the finest modern amenities and secure comforts featuring King or Double Queen luxury pillow-top beds adorned with the finest linens, executive writing desks with speaker and portable phones, private phone number, voicemail, data port and complimentary high speed wireless internet access for a comfortable working environment; in-room distributed audio with local source connections for Ipod with high fidelity sound, 32? wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels, refrigerator, nightly turndown service, room service, in-room vanity with make-up mirror, luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe, hairdryer, complimentary morning newspaper, guest-controlled safe and valet/laundry service. Unwind and renew with luxurious spa services offered in the privacy and comfort of your guestroom. Guests can also relax in the third floor atrium lobby enjoying stunning views of the sky window above. The fifth floor penthouse, a private keyed entry floor, features luxury penthouse suites with private furnished patio balconies and exquisite views. These spacious VIP suites are also well suited for private receptions, meetings and retreats. Penthouse guests can also relax in the penthouse commons living area with stunning atrium view of the sky window above. Romantic deluxe eight-foot Euro showers for two with body sprays are also offered in select penthouse suites. Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast menu at Windows Restaurant amidst expansive views of historic Franklin Street; or relax and unwind in the perfect setting at Robert?s At The Franklin lobby bar and patio with charming sidewalk views, jazz piano and cozy fireplace. The hotel features a fully equipped executive business center and fitness center, concierge services, on-site/valet parking and more than 2300 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, with state-of-the-art audio visual capabilities including recessed screens and mobile projection systems, and will comfortably accommodate functions for 15 to 240 guests. We look forward to welcoming you to an extraordinary experience at The Franklin Hotel.

Surrounding Area

Airports: RDU - Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina - 17 Miles EastCLT - Charlotte, North Carolina - 143 Miles North East

Property Information - The Franklin Hotel

Number of floors: 5
Number of Rooms: 67
Check in time: 16
Check out time: 12
Native currency: USD
Rate Disclaimer: Rates subjet to change.

Room Description

King Study with Balcony on Franklin (Deluxe Room) Elegantly appointed and comfortable guest accommodation with expansive high ceiling and the finest comforts and amenities. Double glass doors fill the room with beautiful natural light and open on to a private furnished patio balcony offering the ultimate view of historic Franklin Street and downtown Chapel Hill.Guestrooms are furnished with one luxurious king pillow-top bed adorned with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection, custom designed Brittany walnut dresser, sofa seating area, and executive writing desk with oversized armchair. Accommodations feature two telephones including portable and speaker phone with private phone number, voicemail, dataport and high-speed wireless internet access for a comfortable working environment; 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, refrigerator, guest-controlled safe, nightly turndown service, in-room vanity with make-up mirror, luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe, hair dryer, room service and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your guestroom by appointment only. King Study with balcony on Franklin is located on the third Floor. Guests may also relax in the third floor atrium lobby, with stunning view of the sky window above. Connecting rooms are available upon request and availability the day of check-in.

King Study on Franklin (Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.) Elegantly appointed and comfortable guest accommodation with expansive high ceiling and the finest comforts and amenities. Double glass doors fill the room with beautiful natural light and open on to a private furnished patio balcony offering the ultimate view of historic Franklin Street and downtown Chapel Hill.Guestrooms are furnished with one luxurious king pillow-top bed adorned with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection, custom designed Brittany walnut dresser, sofa seating area, and executive writing desk with oversized armchair. Accommodations feature two telephones including portable and speaker phone with private phone number, voicemail, dataport and high-speed wireless internet access for a comfortable working environment; 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, refrigerator, guest-controlled safe, nightly turndown service, in-room vanity with make-up mirror, luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe, hair dryer, room service and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your guestroom by appointment only. King Study with balcony on Franklin is located on the third Floor. Guests may also relax in the third floor atrium lobby, with stunning view of the sky window above. Connecting rooms are available upon request and availability the day of check-in.

King Study (Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.) Elegantly appointed and comfortable guest accommodation with expansive high ceiling and exceptional amenities. The large dome window fills the room with beautiful natural light and offers a lovely tree top neighborhood view looking towards UNC. Guestrooms are furnished with one luxurious king pillow-top bed adorned with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection, sofa seating area, and executive writing desk with dataport and high-speed wireless internet access. Accommodations feature 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, refrigerator, guest-controlled safe, nightly turndown service, in-room vanity with make-up mirror, luxurious bath amenities and bathrobes, hair dryer, room service and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your guestroom by appointment only. Connecting rooms are available upon request and availability on day of check-in.

Classic Double Queen with Balcony (Deluxe Room) Elegantly appointed and comfortable guest accommodation with expansive high ceiling and exceptional amenities. Double glass doors fill the room with beautiful natural light and open on to a private furnished balcony offering lovely tree top views looking toward historic Franklin Street and downtown Chapel Hill. Guestrooms are furnished with two luxurious Queen pillow top beds with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection, lounge chair with side table, and executive writing desk with dataport and high-speed wireless internet access. Accommodations feature 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, refrigerator, guest-controlled safe, nightly turndown service, in-room vanity with make-up mirror, luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe, hairdryer, room service and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your guestroom by appointment only.

Classic Corner Double Queen with Foyer (Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.) Private foyer entrance opens on to an elegantly appointed and comfortable guest accommodation with expansive high ceiling and exceptional amenities. The large dome window fills the room with beautiful natural light and offers a lovely tree top neighborhood view looking toward UNC. Guestrooms are furnished with two luxurious Queen pillow top beds with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection, lounge chair with ottoman and side table, and executive writing desk with dataport and high-speed wireless internet access. Accommodations feature 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, refrigerator, guest-controlled safe, nightly turndown service, separate dressing area and vanity with make-up mirror, luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe, hairdryer, room service and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your guestroom by appointment only.

Deluxe Double Queen on 5th Floor Penthouse (Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.) Elegantly appointed and comfortable penthouse guest accommodation with expansive high ceiling and exceptionsl amenities. Double glass doors fill the room with beautiful natural light and open on to a private furnished balcony offering lovely tree top views looking toward historic Franklin Street and downtown Chapel Hill. Guestrooms are furnished with two luxurious Queen pillow top beds adorned with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection, lounge chair with side table, and executive writing desk with dataport and high-speed wireless internet access. Accommodations feature 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, refrigerator, guest-controlled safe, nightly turndown service, in-room vanity with make-up mirror, luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe, hairdryer, room service and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your guestroom by appointment only.

Corner Executive Penthouse Suite (Suite) Elegantly appointed and spacious penthouse guest accommodation with expansive high ceiling and exceptional amenities. This lovely VIP suite is drenched with beautiful natural light with its glass façade and double glass doors that open on to a private furnished balcony offering panoramic tree top views. Executive penthouse suites are furnished with one luxurious king pillow top bed adorned with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection. The corner suite features a comfortable living area with private foyer entrance and wet bar, deluxe bathroom with shower for two with body sprays, separate dressing area and vanity with make-up mirror, and luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe. Accommodations feature executive writing desk with dataport and high-speed wireless internet access, 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels in living area and bedroom, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, guest-controlled safe, hairdryer, nightly turndown service, room service, and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your suite by appointment only Connecting classic king guestroom is available upon request and availability on day of check-in.

Center Executive Penthouse Suite (Suite) Elegantly appointed and spacious penthouse guest accommodation with expansive high ceilings and exceptional amenities. This lovely VIP suite is drenched with beautiful natural light with its glass façade and double glass doors that open on to a private furnished balcony offering panoramic tree top views looking toward UNC. Executive penthouse suites are furnished with one luxurious king pillow top bed adorned with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection. The center suite features a comfortable living area with private foyer entrance and wet bar, spacious bathroom with separate dressing area and vanity with make-up mirror, luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe. Accommodations feature executive writing desk with dataport and high-speed wireless internet access, 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels in living area and bedroom, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, guest-controlled safe, hairdryer, nightly turndown service, room service, and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your suite by appointment only.

Presidential East Penthouse Suite (Suite) Elegantly appointed and luxurious presidential suite. This exquisite VIP suite with high ceilings is drenched with beautiful natural light. The stunning glass façade with double glass doors open on to a spacious, private furnished patio balcony offering the ultimate panoramic view overlooking historic Franklin Street and beyond. The Presidential penthouse suite is lavishly furnished and features a luxurious king pillow top bed adorned with the finest linens and extensive pillow selection, spacious and comfortable living area with dining/conference table for 6-8 people, wet bar and private half bath, deluxe bathroom with shower for two with body sprays, separate dressing area and vanity with make-up mirror, and luxurious bath amenities and bathrobe. Accommodations include executive writing desk with dataport and high-speed wireless internet access, 32” wall-mounted LCD HD TV with 145 channels in living area and bedroom, in-room distributed audio with local source connections for iPod and high fidelity sound, guest-controlled safe, hairdryer, nightly turndown service, room service, and coffee/tea station. Relax and renew in luxury during your stay with spa services in the privacy and comfort of your suite by appointment only. Connecting king executive suite for premium two bedroom option 1300 square feet is available upon request and availability on day of check-in.

Meeting Facilities

Meeting Rooms 3 Meeting Rooms Largest Room Space - 1404 square feet. Smallest Room Space - 702 square feet. Largest Seating Capacity - 150 people. Smallest Seating Capacity - 40 people. A/V equipment available. High-speed Internet available in all meeting rooms.

Restarant Information

Windows Restaurant Open 6a-11a daily A special breakfast destination in the heart of downtown Chapel Hill. The friendly and dedicated staff will welcome you as you enjoy a sumptuous breakfast menu in a warm and inviting setting with stunning dome windows and expansive views of Franklin Street. The restaurant is the perfect gathering place for the important early morning business breakfast and casual social breakfast with friends and family. Windows is also the ideal setting for private receptions meetings and celebrating special occasions.

Roberts At The Franklin Open 4pm-midnight daily Roberts At The Franklin is an exciting and elegant new gathering place in the heart of downtown Chapel Hill. Relax and unwind in the distinguished and luxurious lobby bar with its silver leafed dome lighting and intimate ambience Italian stone fireplace and cozy comfortable soft seating areas and baby grand which provides evening entertainment. Double doors open on to the outside patio with gaslight lanterns and sidewalk views of Franklin Street. The stunning lobby bar features extensive wine list and martini menu as well as desserts and light bar fare. Enjoy after work after theatre during and after the game or as a special meeting place for casual business get-togethers.

Recreations

Health Club - Limited Area Description: On-site

Cardio Vascular Equipment Area Description: On-site

Massage Area Description: On-site

Pool - outdoor Area Description: On-site

Area Attractions

Ackland Art Museum 0 Miles

Carolina Performing Arts 0 Miles

Chapel Hill Museum .5 Miles

Charles Kuralt Learning Center in Carroll Hall 0 Miles

Dean E. Smith Center 0 Miles

Downtown 0 Miles

Downtown Chapel Hill 0 Miles

Kenan Football Center .5 Miles

Kenan Memorial Stadium 0 Miles

Kidzu Childrens Museum 0 Miles

Memorial Hall 0 Miles

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center .5 Miles

NC Botanical Gardens 2 Miles

North Carolina Museum of Art 23 Miles

Research Triangle Park 11 Miles

The Memorabilia Room in the Dean E. Smith Center .5 Miles

The North Carolina Collection Gallery Wilson Lib .5 Miles

UNC Athletics 0 Miles

Aqueduct Conference Center 4 Miles

Duke University 10.39 Miles

Duke University Medical Center 11.02 Miles

Durham Regional Hospital 16.01 Miles

The Friday Center 3.5 Miles

The University of North Carolina 0 Miles

UNC Health Care .9 Miles

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 0 Miles

Directions - The Franklin Hotel

From Greensboro Charlotte: N Directions From Greensboro Charlotte-On Interstate-40 East, take the Chapel Hill 86 South exit 266. Follow Martin Luther King Boulevard Columbia Street 4 miles to Franklin Street. Major intersection Turn right on Franklin Street. The Franklin Hotel is located 2 blocks on the left between Mallette and Kenan Streets. Parking entrances are on Franklin and Kenan Streets. Self parking and valet parking are available.

From Durham: S Direction From Durham-On I-85 exit right at the 15-501 South Chapel Hill exit. Follow 15-501 and take the Franklin Street exit as road forks. Follow Franklin Street to downtown. The Franklin Hotel is located 2 blocks from the main intersection at Columbia Franklin Streets between Mallette and Kenan Streets. Parking entrances are on Franklin and Kenan Streets. Self parking and valet parking are available.

From Pittsboro: E From Pittsboro-On 15-501 North to Chapel Hill continue on 86 South Columbia Street to Franklin Street. Turn left on Franklin Street. The Franklin Hotel is located 2 blocks on the left between Mallette and Kenan Streets. Parking entrances are on Franklin and Kenan Streets. Self parking and valet parking are available.

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