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The Lodge at Banner Elk

2.5 star property
Travelers start their mornings with a hearty breakfast before heading out for mountain bike adventures or relaxing by the seasonal pool at this Banner Elk retreat

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Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk offers genuine mountain hospitality. Enjoy a free full breakfast, a seasonal pool, and helpful staff providing concierge services, luggage storage, and meeting spaces near Sugar Mountain Resort.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Jetted bathtub
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ground Floor

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

Standard Double Room, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Located in Banner Elk, The Lodge at Banner Elk is near theme parks. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding, and a ski area, and don't miss out on the snow tubing. Visit our Banner Elk travel guide
Map
1615 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC, 28604

What's nearby

  • This is the headstone of Banner Elk, North Carolina. This elk has been in the town forever, but this past year the elk has been refurbished and installed as the centerpiece of the town. This elk frames Appalachia in the sense of this small town pride in the mountains. In the background you can see the historic elementary school and rolling mountains and once again the North Carolina pride of the state flag surrounding this elk even though about 100ft to the right there is another flagpole with the same flags raised high and proud. This is where every child in this town went to school in this picturesque location but as time rolls on is Appalachia move on too? #appalachianechoes
    The Greene
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • 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
  • Elk Statue
    3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Town Tavern of Banner Elk
    4 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort Cafeteria
    15 min drive
  • Banner Elk Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Blink Elk Tap Room
    3 min drive

About this property

The Lodge at Banner Elk

Hotel near Sugar Mountain Resort
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby at The Lodge at Banner Elk. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A nature reserve, outdoor furniture, and concierge services
  • A vending machine, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 100 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like desk chairs and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,600 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (37 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 60 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 1799 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 60 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 1799 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

Banner Elk Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lodge at Banner Elk pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 60 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lodge at Banner Elk?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lodge at Banner Elk on Mar 10, 2026 start from CA $233, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lodge at Banner Elk?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Lodge at Banner Elk?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lodge at Banner Elk located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Banner House Museum and Tate-Evans Park. Elk Statue and The Greene are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

The Lodge at Banner Elk Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 515 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhonas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I've stayed here many times good location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice stay ! Very clean , staff very friendly , and we loved the free shuttle up to beach mtn!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Luzbella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very accommodating and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All in all a good stay. A little dated, but allows pets and had a decent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel for short stay

Nice place for a short stay. Room was clean. Breakfast was good. Front desk staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My stay was nice and quiet. Close to Grandfather Mountain and some nice dining and shopping options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly employees and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

It was great! Clean rooms, comfy beds, great front desk personnel ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Quiet clean nice staff great location just 11 miles from McRae peak restaurants supermarket…great for the hikers runners
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Allows dogs, very friendly staff, comfortable beds. Great for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Chih

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hot breakfast. Very friendly and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

leonardo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time , the beds are very comfortable as we were fully rested every morning
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

diana

Very nice clean staff was great 👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, close to Sugar Mountain

Great hotel. Only 2 miles from Sugar Mountain. Comfy beds, Good breakfast. Reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rest assured for a good stay here.

Great stay, quiet. Breakfast and coffee was good and the service check in was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you have plans to go to Beech Mountain this hotel has the perfect location only 11 minutes away and the breakfast was delicious. I will definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and efficient!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice quiet location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Wendy

The room/breakfast was adequate for me - nothing special. The location was good for visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent service and great people but the hotel is outdated, breakfast was ok
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024