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Banner Elk
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Where to stay in Banner Elk

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Mill Ridge

Though Mill Ridge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Julian Price Park.

Mill Ridge
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Tynecastle

While visiting Tynecastle, you might make a stop by sights like Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River.

Tynecastle
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Charter Hills

While Charter Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Beech Mountain Resort and Land of Oz.

Charter Hills
Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk

Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk

2.5 out of 5
1615 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this hotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Room smelled a little musty from the carpet but otherwise the room was very clean."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

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Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk
Heritage Hill Cabins

Heritage Hill Cabins

3 out of 5
161 Alnic Ln, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star 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! (37 reviews)
"Very beautiful cabin, nestled in the thick of the mountains in NC. We truly enjoyed this cabin and the surrounding areas. We will return"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

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Heritage Hill Cabins
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (226 reviews)
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."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Smoketree Lodge
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4 Seasons at Beech Mountain

4 Seasons at Beech Mountain

2.5 out of 5
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! (416 reviews)
heatwave escape
"I was great to have a kitchen, going out to eat after hiking all day is exhausting. AC would have been nice but the weather was cool enough for just a fan."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
Heritage Hill Cabins

Heritage Hill Cabins

3 out of 5
161 Alnic Ln, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star 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! (37 reviews)
"Very beautiful cabin, nestled in the thick of the mountains in NC. We truly enjoyed this cabin and the surrounding areas. We will return"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Heritage Hill Cabins
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (226 reviews)
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."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Smoketree Lodge
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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

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.

Beech Mountain Resort
Tate-Evans Park

Tate-Evans Park

You can learn about the history of Banner Elk with a stop at Tate-Evans Park. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its ski slopes.

Tate-Evans Park

Sugar Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Sugar Mountain with a visit to Sugar Mountain Resort. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.

Sugar Mountain Resort

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.

Land of Oz

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.

Hawksnest Tubing Park

Lees-McRae College

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Lees-McRae College during your trip to Banner Elk. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.

Lees-McRae College
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Vilas

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Seven Devils

Photo by Katie Beth

Elk Park