Banner Elk, NC

Travel Guide

Colorful North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains sunset in Autumn from Sugar Mountain
A river flowing through a forested valley with a waterfall.
A couple sitting on a blanket facing a sunset over a mountain range.
A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone fire bowl.
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Where to stay in Banner Elk

Find the best Banner Elk areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown

While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Elk Statue and Tate-Evans Park.

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.

Tynecastle

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

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.

Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain Resort ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was extra friendly... But the pictures on the site don't accurately represent this property. The inside of the lodge is very cool... but the game room pictures are apparently very old. The games shown in the pictures were not the same. The cool arcade games were missing... ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Smoketree Lodge
The Lodge at Banner Elk

The Lodge at Banner Elk

2.5 out of 5
1615 Tynecastle Highway Banner Elk NC
The price is ¥21,179 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
¥21,179
¥23,880 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
The Lodge at Banner Elk
The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive Banner Elk NC
Book a stay at this 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! (824 reviews)
"The view was amazing as we sat at the top of the mountain. The price was excellent forva summer getaway. I really enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Property was very quiet. I will stay here again."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

The Highlands at Sugar
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.
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain Resort ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was extra friendly... But the pictures on the site don't accurately represent this property. The inside of the lodge is very cool... but the game room pictures are apparently very old. The games shown in the pictures were not the same. The cool arcade games were missing... ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Smoketree Lodge
The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive Banner Elk NC
Book a stay at this 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! (824 reviews)
"The view was amazing as we sat at the top of the mountain. The price was excellent forva summer getaway. I really enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Property was very quiet. I will stay here again."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

The Highlands at Sugar
Heritage Hill Cabins

Heritage Hill Cabins

3 out of 5
161 Alnic Ln Banner Elk NC
Stay at this 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! (44 reviews)
"Our second stay at these cabins and always impressive and beautiful. We will return and we also highly recommend."

Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Heritage Hill Cabins
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.

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