Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast, Appleton ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

318 E. Franklin Street ;, Appleton, Wisconsin, United States, 00

Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast, a 3-star Appleton hotel, features Victorian charm alongside essential modern amenities. Guests can enjoy private baths, luxurious bedding, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room at Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast includes a Smart TV with cable, a work desk, and comfortable seating options like sofas and easy chairs. Select rooms offer a two-person spa bath and a vaulted ceiling, enhancing the guest experience.

Dining & Nearby Options

Nearby dining options include Wooden Nickel Sports Bar and Grill and Hunan 1, both within a kilometer. Guests can explore local markets and enjoy a variety of cuisines while staying at the Franklin Street Inn.

Services & Local Area

Franklin Street Inn Bed & Breakfast offers amenities suitable for small groups, including venues for receptions and meetings. Local attractions include the Trout Museum of Art and the Hearthstone Historic House Museum, both within 1.5 miles.

Transportation

Transportation options include nearby bus stops at Drew & Franklin and Franklin & Park, each within a 3-minute walk. Guests have convenient access to the Appleton Transit Center, located 5 minutes on foot.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Queen Suite Non-Smoking

Max:

2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Appleton 1.1 km

Airports

Outagamie County Regional (ATW) 9.4 km

Austin Straubel International (GRB) 44.3 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“Every morning, I enjoyed a scrumptious breakfast that was not only delicious but also filling, setting a perfect tone for the day.” view full review

Super Comfortable Bed!

“The bed was an absolute dream—just the right firmness combined with comfort that ensured a restful night's sleep.” view full review

Spotless Facilities!

“The cleanliness of the bathroom was impressive; everything was spotless, making me feel completely at ease during my stay.” view full review

Thoughtful Touches!

“I truly appreciated all the thoughtful amenities like wine glasses, drinks in the fridge, and a coffee maker that enhanced my stay.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking

Dining

Breakfast

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

318 E. Franklin Street ;, Appleton, Wisconsin, United States, 00

Map view

318 E. Franklin Street ;, Appleton, Wisconsin, United States, 00

City landmarks

Museum

The History Museum at the Castle

630 m

University

Lawrence University

630 m

100 W College Ave

Building for Kids

1.2 km

Amusement Park

City Park

830 m

Museum

Hearthstone Historic House Museum

2.6 km

Park

Pierce Park

2.0 km

1300 E Newberry St

Telulah Park

2.2 km

601 N Green Bay Rd

Peabody Park

1.8 km

Park

Erb Park

1.9 km

Museum

Trout Museum of Art

1.2 km

Museum

Paper Discovery Center

2.6 km

Church

St. Mary's Church

1.2 km

101 E Water St # 210

Historic Fox River Mills Apt

630 m

Church

Zion Lutheran Church

720 m

Downtown

1.2 km

Theatre

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

790 m

556-598 W Packard St

Arbutus Park

1.3 km

Nearby

100 N Appleton St

Fox Trot Trail

460 m

Church

First United Methodist Church Appleton

70 m

Church

All Saints Episcopal Church

200 m

Breakthrough Covenant Church

220 m

Houdini Historical Ctr

230 m

Stansbury Theatre

240 m

Banta Bowl

250 m

Event hall

Attic Theater

260 m

Cloak Theater

260 m

Harper Hall

270 m

Event hall

Outer Edge Stage

350 m

Mall

City Center Plaza

390 m

Church

The Mission Church

400 m

Restaurants

Seth's Drive Thru

160 m

323 E Washington St

Erbert & Gerbert's

350 m

218 E College Ave

Garden View Family Restaurant

360 m

216 East College Ave Appleton

Wooden Nickel Sports Bar and Grill

380 m

217 E College Ave

Josef's Gyros

570 m

118 Soldiers Sq

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

500 m

10 E College Ave Ste 118

Bagelicious

580 m

101 E College Ave

Topper's Pizza

530 m

109 E College Ave

Rookie's Sports Bar & Grill

560 m

325 N Appleton St

Subway

830 m

318 W College Ave

Sals

1.1 km

411 W College Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

90%

liked the hotel and would stay again

comfortable rooms

friendly service

limited dining options

paid Wi-Fi

9.0/10

Perfect

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.3

Service

9.0

Dining

9.0

David

United States, May 2024

9.0/10

The hotel offers cozy and spacious rooms with super comfortable beds and luxurious linens, blending modern conveniences with antique charm. The service is top-notch, with friendly and knowledgeable staff who go above and beyond to assist guests. The location is perfect for exploring Lawrence, being near campus and various landmarks. The dining experience is delightful, with beautiful and tasty options served, while the facilities are well-equipped for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very cozy and roomy, making me think of returning with my family. The bed was super comfortable, and the mix of modern conveniences and antique charm was lovely.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely welcoming and pleasant, offering guidance on good places to eat and engaging in friendly conversation. They even helped us coordinate matters beyond standard service expectations.

Location

9.0

The hotel's central location near Lawrence college and the Fox Trot Trail was ideal for exploring the area. It was also convenient for reaching various landmarks and performing arts centers.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fabulous, with beautiful and tasty dishes that included a variety of options like eggs, bacon, English muffins, jam, fruit, juice, and coffee, enhancing my stay.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were modern and well-appointed, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay for guests.

Darrell

United States, January 2024

9.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were very comfortable and cozy with a great view just outside. The service was exceptional, with staff knowing all about the history and being extremely friendly and helpful. The location was fantastic, super convenient to explore Lawrence and its attractions. The dining experience was delightful, offering delicious dishes with locally sourced ingredients. The facilities were well-equipped and convenient. Overall, great value for money. Highly recommend this place for a relaxing and informative stay.

Rooms

9.0

I couldn't have asked for a more comfortable and cozy room with such a great view just outside.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and went out of their way to make my stay memorable.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location couldn't be better, just a short walk to explore Lawrence and its historic sites.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb, with tasty dishes made from fresh local ingredients. The service was prompt and attentive, ensuring I enjoyed my meals.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch and added to the overall comfort and convenience of my stay.

Charles

United States, September 2023

9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was absolutely delightful. The Franklin Grand Suite where I stayed was quite comfortable, charming, and made me feel right at home. The two-person whirlpool tub was a fantastic touch, and I really enjoyed the rhubarb compote and omelette with garden additions.

Rooms

9.0

The room in the Franklin Grand Suite was very charming and comfortable. I especially loved the two-person whirlpool tub.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel was warm, inviting, and fantastic. The hosts were very friendly and made my stay wonderful.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel in Appleton was perfect for my plans to explore the area. It was central, near the college, and within walking distance to downtown destinations and various area landmarks.

Dining

9.0

Dining at the hotel was wonderfully satisfying. The rhubarb compote and omelette with garden additions were delicious, and the meals were ready right on time as promised by the innkeepers.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities at the hotel were top-notch and added to the overall comfort of my stay.

comfortable rooms

limited dining options