Banner Elk, NC

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Banner Elk
Banner Elk
Banner Elk
Banner Elk
Banner Elk

Where to stay in Banner Elk

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Mill Ridge

While Mill Ridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Julian Price Park.

Mill Ridge
This was taken at a shopping center in Banner Elk. The entire center is designed to have this “old timey” feel. The shops have been upkept with this sort of historic architecture. There is this idea that Appalachia is somewhat detached from modernity, and commercial architects like to play into this. The same effect is seen in other parts of Appalachia and just on the east coast in general, for example Williamsburg, VA. The reality is that this “quaint” little town is just the same as any other place in the United States. We’re looking at BB&T, a commercial bank that is far from particular to place. The region of Appalachia can sometimes be less distinct than we like to think, and I feel this image captures this sort of denial of singularity. #appalachianechoes

Tynecastle

If you're spending some time in Tynecastle, Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are top sights worth seeing.

Tynecastle
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Charter Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Charter Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Beech Mountain Resort and Land of Oz.

Charter Hills
Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk

Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk

2.5 out of 5
1615 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this hotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
First time visit in the city we was in
"Stay was pretty good only thing we was bummed about was the pool not being opened other than that we enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

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Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk
Heritage Hill Cabins

Heritage Hill Cabins

3 out of 5
161 Alnic Ln, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Beech Mountain Resort and Alta Vista Gallery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Very beautiful cabin, nestled in the thick of the mountains in NC. We truly enjoyed this cabin and the surrounding areas. We will return"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

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Heritage Hill Cabins
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105, Banner Elk, NC
The price is ￥8,678 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
￥8,678
￥9,784 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (225 reviews)
A Pleasant Stay, As Always, At Smoketree Lodge
"We had an efficiency room (Queen bed & kitchenette). It is very cozy (not a lot of room) but fine for us. The staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

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The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (736 reviews)
"We were there to celebrate my son’s 15th birthday! We enjoyed everything in the surrounding areas. We had an issue with our washer and they fixed our issue the next day! We will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

The Highlands at Sugar
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (225 reviews)
A Pleasant Stay, As Always, At Smoketree Lodge
"We had an efficiency room (Queen bed & kitchenette). It is very cozy (not a lot of room) but fine for us. The staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Smoketree Lodge
Heritage Hill Cabins

Heritage Hill Cabins

3 out of 5
161 Alnic Ln, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Beech Mountain Resort and Alta Vista Gallery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Very beautiful cabin, nestled in the thick of the mountains in NC. We truly enjoyed this cabin and the surrounding areas. We will return"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Heritage Hill Cabins
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

8/11/2017

Beech Mountain Resort

4.5/5(113 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Banner Elk with a visit to Beech Mountain Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

Beech Mountain Resort
Throughout my childhood I spent so much time at this park. I always remember of thinking of it as the park in the middle of the mountains. What I never noticed as a child was how every single aspect of this park was planned out and put there for a reason. Likewise before studying the photographic image I had never thought about how we construct a image and its affordances and constraints. One thing I really want to point out in this image is that while we have this beautiful park there is a huge ugly pipe in the middle of the photograph. It is part of the necessity of the planning of the park, just like the frame is a necessity of an image. We sometimes want to forget it is there but it is a necessary part of an image and still has meaning. #appalachianechoes

Tate-Evans Park

You can learn about the history of Banner Elk when you stop by Tate-Evans Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Tate-Evans Park

Sugar Mountain Resort

4.5/5(161 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Sugar Mountain with a visit to Sugar Mountain Resort. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Sugar Mountain Resort

Land of Oz

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Land of Oz during your visit to Beech Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Land of Oz

Hawksnest Tubing Park

4/5(54 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Seven Devils with a visit to Hawksnest Tubing Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Hawksnest Tubing Park

Lees-McRae College

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Lees-McRae College, during your travels in Banner Elk. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Lees-McRae College

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