The Franklin Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Adelaide Casino

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Superior Room
Garden
Interior
Restaurant
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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92 Franklin Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000
  • Place, Adelaide Central Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rundle Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Adelaide Convention Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Adelaide

Adelaide Central Business District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Adelaide Central Business District hotel, you'll find Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Convention Centre. Chinatown and Her Majesty's Theater are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Victoria Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Adelaide Central Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rundle Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adelaide Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adelaide Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Pirie Street Tram Station - 7 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Union Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Franklin Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪TUTTO Cucina + Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Public Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪O’Town - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Franklin Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Adelaide Casino
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the boutique The Franklin Hotel.

This 4-star Adelaide hotel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1855
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Franklin Hotel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Franklin Adelaide
Franklin Hotel Adelaide
The Franklin Hotel Hotel
The Franklin Hotel Adelaide
The Franklin Hotel Hotel Adelaide

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Franklin Hotel to the airport?

The Franklin Hotel is 4.5 mi (14-min drive) away from the Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Franklin Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Franklin Hotel on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $163, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Franklin Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Franklin Hotel.

How close is The Franklin Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 6.6 mi (16-min drive) from Glenelg Beach and 6 mi (15-min drive) from Henley Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Franklin Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Franklin Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Franklin Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Adelaide Casino (11-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Franklin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Franklin Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Franklin Hotel have a pool?

The Franklin Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Franklin Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Franklin Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Franklin Hotel to downtown Adelaide?

The Franklin Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Adelaide.

The Franklin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 404 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical boutique hotel. Good location. Very pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stylish, spacious room in a historic building with a popular pub. The food was spectacular and the staff friendly. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Aik Phonesavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great funky place to stay good location close to Chinatown and CBD
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Amenities
Brilliant location, charming hotel and very pleasant and obliging staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazingly helpful & friendly staff! The room was spotless, spacious and comfortable with complimentary drinks and snacks. The verandah is also a great touch
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff relaxed confident old world charm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Very convenient location. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, clean and simple rooms that are appropriately furnished, has a modern chic vibe, super convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great spot

Great place to stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Character-filled rooms, super-helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Fadi

It was okay. "Did the job".
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love everything about this Hotel. The service is excellent, the food is outstanding, the bathrooms are huge and ultra clean, the beds are comfortable, the water pressure is unbelievable and there is even leadlight windows in the rooms. Not to mention the free minibar. I highly recommend this beautiful old pub!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quirky boutique hotel

Great boutique hotel - complimentary minibar and nice amenities. Loved the design and excellent bar underneath
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Isabel

Was perfect location for our tour bus pickup. Dinner was great and service really good. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just across from the Central Market, walk into Rundle Mall and many surrounding bars. Friendly staff, 24 hr access, trendy room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff are so helpful -couldn't do enough for our comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome spot great staff and extremely clean ! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service from staff, could not have been more helpful. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meng

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Franklin hotel is such a great spot. Close to cafes, restaurants and the Adelaide markets. The staff are always helpful and friendly. I particularly like the artwork and quirkiness of this boutique hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property so long as you pack light and can easily carry bags up steep steps
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vangana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was just beautiful, just like the photo online. Amenities were great, Staff waited for us to arrive late as our flight did not get into Adelaide until 10:05pm Would highly recommend. We would certainly stay there again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the Central Market, an easy walk to the city and a nice bar and beer garden downstairs. My go-to for a weekend or weeknighter.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023