The Lodge at Banner Elk

Hotel within easy reach of Sugar Mountain Resort

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Dates

November 2025

12

December 2025

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Experience a warm welcome at Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk. Enjoy the free full breakfast, then unwind with a bike ride or a dip in the seasonal pool. With helpful staff and convenient amenities like concierge services, luggage storage, and meeting rooms nearby Sugar Mountain Resort.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Connecting rooms available
Childcare
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Fitness center
Babysitting
Business center
4 meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Computer station
Lobby fireplace
Front-desk safe
Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

Babysitting services
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping

$181 nightly

Dec 1 - Dec 2

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Tomorrow

Nov 13 - Nov 14

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Pillowtop bed

Separate bathtub and shower

Jetted bathtub

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking

$112 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

1615 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC, 28604

What's nearby

Lees-McRae College - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Sugar Mountain Resort - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Hawksnest Tubing Park - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
Beech Mountain Resort - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
Land of Oz - 13 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬3 min drive
‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬3 min drive
‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Lodge at Banner Elk

At The Lodge at Banner Elk, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Guests can enjoy the fitness center, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking are nearby. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 100 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Babysitting

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
- Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Gas grills
Water dispenser

Traveling with children

Babysitting services
Children's games

What to do

Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Ziplining nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Winery tours nearby
Fishing nearby

Working away

Business center
4 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (3600 square feet)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Water dispenser
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 37
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

DVD player
30-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Turndown service
Alarm clock
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Laptop-friendly workspace
WiFi
Desk chair

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 21 2025 to May 31 2026 (dates subject to change):

Swimming pool

The property will be renovating from October 11 2025 to April 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

Exterior
Select guestrooms

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 60 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 1799 per stay)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.

Also known as

Banner Elk Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Lodge at Banner Elk?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 60 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Lodge at Banner Elk?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lodge at Banner Elk?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Lodge at Banner Elk and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center, a picnic area, and a garden.

What's the area around The Lodge at Banner Elk like?

The Lodge at Banner Elk is located a short 19-minute walk from Banner House Museum. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Lodge at Banner Elk Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Breakfast

Location

Bed

Lobby

Restaurant

Bathroom

Building

Parking

What guests liked

Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its variety, quality, and friendly staff. (47 reviews)
Staff provided excellent dining recommendations and the breakfast options were excellent. (4 reviews)
Convenient parking and quiet setting were notable features of this property. (4 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 13, 2025

Friendly staff. Comfortable room. Delicious coffee and breakfast

Elizabeth, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 2, 2025

All in all a good stay. A little dated, but allows pets and had a decent breakfast.

Sheila, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 29, 2025

Pool is closed breakfast just ok very friendly people had to ask for tp everyday

4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 14, 2025

My stay was nice and quiet. Close to Grandfather Mountain and some nice dining and shopping options.

Tina, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 17, 2025

Completely average.

George, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 21, 2025

Good stay

Van, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 21, 2025

This hotel is old but really well-maintained. The landscaping is very nice with lush grass and attractive flower beds. We stayed there 20 years ago when our children were little for a ski trip. The rooms have not changed much in appearance (simple interiors) but everything was super clean, beds were very comfortable and there were a variety of pillow types to meet our preferences. We were in town for a wedding and it was perfect for a quick overnight. I would recommend this BW to travelers looking for safe, quiet, clean and reasonably priced accommodations! Breakfast buffet offered many selections and was refreshed by staff to ensure quality experience. Every staff member we encountered was friendly and very helpful! You can't beat NC Mountain Hospitality!

Ken, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 10, 2025

Great hotel, close to Sugar Mountain

Great hotel. Only 2 miles from Sugar Mountain. Comfy beds, Good breakfast. Reasonable price.

1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Feb 18, 2025

Skiing is close

Kyle, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 5, 2024

Good hotel.

Carlos, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 10, 2024

Very nice clean staff was great 👍👍

diana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 29, 2023

Allows dogs, very friendly staff, comfortable beds. Great for an overnight stay.

Juan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 30, 2023

Well maintained property and very pleasant staff.

Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 9, 2024

We had a great time , the beds are very comfortable as we were fully rested every morning

leonardo, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 9, 2024

Nice quiet location!

Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 18, 2024

Rest assured for a good stay here.

Great stay, quiet. Breakfast and coffee was good and the service check in was very friendly.

Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 15, 2024

Property was located in Smokey Mountain area. Views around property were outstanding. Staff was friendly and breakfast was good.

bruce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 9, 2024

Excellent Stay! This place was perfect for us! Very close to Sugar Mountain Ski Resort and many excellent restaurants. The staff here is amazing!!

Stefanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 2, 2023

Nice Place.

Woo Joon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dec 9, 2024

it is what it is: the only game in Banner Elk.

Aaron, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 11, 2025

Construction added tile to upstairs making the stair height taller - trip hazard!

Thomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 22, 2023

I liked the Scottish theme that matched the history of the area. older motel, but well maintained, clean, and great breakfast!!

Rachel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 13, 2025

Pillow not comfortable

Jose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 11, 2023

Great hotel

Nice quiet hotel in a great location to Sugar Mountain and local restaurants. Staff was exceptional!! Breakfast was good. Rooms were clean and comfortable The lobby has a nice rustic feel with fireplace

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 14, 2024

The clerk was so friendly and helpful. She told us the best places to eat and she was absolutely right. The lobby was decorated in a Scottish theme and was very nice. I would highly recommend this place

Randy, 2-night trip