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Aparthotel

Smoketree Lodge

3.0 star property
Aparthotel in Banner Elk with a fitness center and a sauna

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Check-in/check-out kiosk
Room, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Game room
Lobby sitting area
BBQ/picnic area
Smoketree Lodge by VRI Americas puts outdoor enthusiasts right where they want to be. Guests can relax in the sauna after a day on the slopes, enjoy a game in the arcade room, swim laps in the indoor pool, or play a match on the tennis courts.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill

Room options

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Room (Efficiency) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (Efficiency)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Sofa bed
2 bedrooms
  • 53 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

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28604, NC, Banner Elk, 11914 Highway 105

What's nearby

  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Smoketree Lodge

Aparthotel in Banner Elk with a fitness center and a sauna
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free aparthotel has a fitness center and a sauna. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include limo/town car service, an arcade/game room, and a garden. Each apartment provides a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, plus free WiFi and a TV with cable channels. Housekeeping is not available.
Smoketree Lodge offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry service

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Free local calls
  • No housekeeping service
  • Phone
  • Virtual front desk

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 46 units
  • Connecting units available
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8 AM - 8 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8 AM - 10 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Smoketree Banner Elk
Smoketree Lodge a VRI Resort
Smoketree Lodge Banner Elk
Smoketree Hotel Banner Elk
Smoketree Lodge VRI Resort Banner Elk
Smoketree Lodge VRI Resort
Smoketree VRI Banner Elk
Smoketree VRI
Smoketree Lodge Aparthotel
Smoketree Lodge Banner Elk
Smoketree Lodge a VRI resort
Smoketree Lodge by VRI Americas
Smoketree Lodge Aparthotel Banner Elk

Frequently asked questions

Does Smoketree Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Smoketree Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Smoketree Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Smoketree Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Smoketree Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Smoketree Lodge located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Watauga River, Grandfather Trout Farm, and Grandfather Mountain State Park. Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Linville River are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Smoketree Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 245 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Loan

Liked: Amenities, communication
The building look beat up, inside room outdated but has all the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
the room was clean. The mattress was not the best, but OK
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location, comfortable lodging, nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed here last week for three nights in a one bedroom. It's a unique place, definitely built in the 1970's or early 80's, with a rustic vibe and wood paneling everywhere. Our room was nice and looked like it had been renovated fairly recently, even though the overall place could use some upgrades (new carpet in hallways, for example). Our weather was moderate for the whole stay, but I would be worried about the old floor heaters if we had to use them for long. They worked fine when I tested them, but they are definitely old and not best for babies/toddlers in the room. And I'm not sure about the cooling unit in the living room (none in the bedroom), which was fairly loud. We only needed the fans. I didn't see an elevator, so check with them if you need to stay on the main floor. The lounge area is massive and has some games (pool table, foosball, etc.), and we loved the indoor heated pool and hot tub. The pillows were not the most comfortable, but I expect that at nearly every hotel. All in all, we enjoyed our stay, and we'll probably come back again, especially in the spring or fall. Being next to NC-105 it was very easy to get to where we wanted to go (Grandfather, Linn Cove, Linville, etc.).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place for the price Already booked my next stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Quaint little hotel that does the basics well enough for a low price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Megahan

Disliked: Amenities
Hot tub, quiet, nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great lodge and convenient to many surrounding areas. Very easy and accommodating with our late check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This hotel has a lot of character and a lovely lobby area. Very clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Older property but very, very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patterson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Employees friendly and helpful. Our unit had a small but complete kitchen. The indoor pool and hot tub a definite plus. I'll go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It is a very old lodge in need of updates but the staff was super friendly. Ground floor rooms were a bit musty but everything was clean with extra towels and blankets in the closet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place cute rooms really reasonable difficult to get it n out of and water in room has mind of it's own still 8 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Outside of the building needs painting. Of this was done, it would be perfect! Everything else was great ! Especially the pool area !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
The check-in process wasn't good. Site said check-in was after 4. Got to the lodge and after looking around quite a bit found a sign that said checking in after 4, call security at a number.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Needs updating

Lodge could definitely use some love. Smelled like moth balls throughout the facility, amenities noted as “available” were at an extra cost (pool, arcade, etc) or dirty (sauna and hot tub). Beds were dated and uncomfortable, dishes were to be washed by guests so it is unknown if they were actually clean from prior guest or not.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard L

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
No air conditioning in the bedroom, very hot, very uncomfortable, the a/c is in the living room and doesn't reach the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was clean and neat and very convenient as it had the kitchenette. The only two complaints I have which aren’t really significant, were the window unit blows at nearly ceiling level, so the room was somewhat difficult to keep cool. The other was that you have to remove your own trash, the garbage bin was easily accessible but I was not able to reach the top to open to dispose of the bag (luckily there wasn’t much at all) so I had to take it with me and find elsewhere. However the pool was great and the view of Grandfather Mountain was amazing. I would stay here again, but definitely ask how I could remedy the garbage situation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ricky

Liked: Communication
While the room was very clean, we did check the bed because we always bring our own sheets on vacation. When we stripped it to put ours on there was blood on the mattress owns so we flipped it over and put our own things on.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice place. Needs to be renovated and updated, but it isn't bad at all. Great location and beautiful views of the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. But everything is very old, especially the mattress. Overall just Okay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge has a cabin feel to it. We enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi. But my only complaint was poor communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sallie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable room. Liked the kitchenette in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is old and dated, but was nice. They have an indoor swimming pool and hot tub, with a great view of the mountain. The lobby is nice, and the grills outside were nice because of the garden area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025