5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
We had never visited this area and we enjoyed our entire experience .The hotel staff all 3 days were amazing! We will be back next year to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary !!
Banner Elk, NC
Travel Guide
Visit Banner Elk
Where to stay in Banner Elk
Tynecastle
If you're spending some time in Tynecastle, Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Elk Statue and Tate-Evans Park.
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.
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
608 Beech Mountain Pkwy Banner Elk NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (451 reviews)
Check in was very easy and fast, room was very clean but in the upstairs room it had what appeared to be a pretty big blood stain in the carpet but we paid it no mind. Overall very happy with our stay.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
The Lodge at Banner Elk
1615 Tynecastle Highway Banner Elk NC
The price is SAR 618 per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
SAR 618
SAR 697 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The staff were very kind and welcoming however, the name was a little deceiving. It was a small motel, being renovated, but hopefully they will give the lodge atmosphere soon with a roaring fire and more amenities. The breakfast was continental and could be improved.
Reviewed on 4 January 2026
Smoketree Lodge
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
The price is SAR 468 per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
SAR 468
SAR 528 total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (262 reviews)
Clean rooms, plenty of space for 2 adults and 1 kid. Indoor pool and rec area was clean. Game room was neat amd spacious.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
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
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (262 reviews)
Clean rooms, plenty of space for 2 adults and 1 kid. Indoor pool and rec area was clean. Game room was neat amd spacious.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
The Highlands at Sugar
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! (768 reviews)
Great place , will come back
Reviewed on 8 January 2026
Heritage Hill Cabins
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! (38 reviews)
Very cozy cabin , clean . Kitchen was great since we cooked most days .
Reviewed on 3 January 2026
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
Beech Mountain Resort
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.
The Greene
The Greene is just one of the places to see in Banner Elk, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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.
Sugar Mountain Resort
Hit the slopes at Sugar Mountain Resort, a top ski area in Sugar Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.
Hawksnest Tubing Park
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.
Land of Oz
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.
Reviews of Banner Elk
4.4
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Beautiful area if you are looking for solitude
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Adorable town!
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Cute small town close to ski centers and Boone
4/5 - Good
C
It was a cute little town
4/5 - Good
Amber
It’s a cute town. Pedlin’ Pig was so good and Hickerman’s was a good breakfast place.
- Sugar Mountain Resort
- Beech Mountain Resort
- Hawksnest Tubing Park
- Land of Oz
- Banner Elk Winery
- Lees-McRae College
- Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
- Apple Hill Farm
- Sugar Creek Gem Mine
- Grandfather Trout Farm
- Buckeye Recreational Center
- Alta Vista Gallery and B & B
- Banner House Museum
- The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.
- Flat Top Brewing Company
- Watauga River
- Linville River
