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The Lodge at Banner Elk

2.5 star property
Hotel within easy reach of Sugar Mountain Resort

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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.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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
The current price is CNY878
CNY990 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite

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

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Ground Floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1615 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC, 28604

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Banner House Museum - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Tate-Evans Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Elk Statue - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom and Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Lodge at Banner Elk

The Lodge at Banner Elk puts you 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

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Hotel size

    • 100 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • Babysitting
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Pets

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

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

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

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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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Reviews

The Lodge at Banner Elk Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with various options, including gluten and dairy sensitive choices, and was often described as excellent, good, and yummy. (49 reviews)
  • Convenient parking and quiet setting were appreciated by guests. (5 reviews)
  • Staff provided excellent dining recommendations and the breakfast options were excellent. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Alec, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay. The pet freindly staff and facilities were great! Room was comfortable and clean.
Mark, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean updated rooms. Part of the hotel was getting renivated good breakfast.
Gema, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Near the slopes and places to eat. The staff was very friendly and the room was clean. We parked right outside our door, which was nice as well.
Brooke, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay.
Crystal A, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The lodge was great had to cancel last minute and they were u sweat
Hunter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and the staff was very helpful.
Jhonas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great
Christina, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
Anne, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I've stayed here many times good location.
Kevin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Comfortable room. Delicious coffee and breakfast
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a nice stay ! Very clean , staff very friendly , and we loved the free shuttle up to beach mtn!
Rose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are excellent: Amy, Kim,Shannon, Linda and the guy who brought the refrigerator and the guy who helped with the hair dryer.....they need rewards, especially the honesty of Amy! God bless! Breakfast was 😋 yummy!
Terri, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
Kathy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place.
Billy Jo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

At this time you are under construction renovations of the room, so I'd rather not answer that question otherwise our day was good!
Orasar, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very convenient to downtown Banner Ellk
Brenda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean rooms. Bathrooms are dated.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff are very accommodating and nice.
Mary Luzbella, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel to stay at.
Tammy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Rebecca, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice small hotel near the Sugar Mountain SKI resort.
Devesh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice spot for an overnight. Clean room easy check in
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Recommended. Stayed 1 night, breakfast was good.
Froilan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Obvious it is an older motel, so showing some wear and tear. Our room was clean and the bed was comfortable! Staff was very friendly.
Dana, 1-night trip