The Lodge at Banner Elk
1615 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC, USSee what's available
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About this property
The Lodge at Banner Elk is an independent hotel located in Banner Elk, North Carolina, offering accessible mountain lodging within 15 minutes of Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Grandfather Mountain lies 11.3 miles away, making the property a convenient base for exploring the High Country.
The hotel contains 100 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, flat-screen television, pillowtop bed, and satellite programming. DVD players and complimentary toiletries are standard in all rooms. Bathrooms include hair dryers. Guest comfort is rated 4.2 out of 5, and one suite is available for those seeking additional space.
Recreation options include a fitness center, on-site garden, and access to nearby hiking and biking trails. The property offers complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and babysitting. Additional facilities feature a business center with conference space totaling 3,600 square feet across four meeting rooms, making the hotel suitable for events and gatherings. A barbecue grill, picnic area, and garden provide outdoor recreation. The property is smoke-free and provides 24-hour front desk service, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Pets weighing up to 80 pounds are welcome in designated Pet Friendly rooms, with a maximum of two dogs per room.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM with flexible arrival options, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Free self-parking is available, and the property features wheelchair-accessible amenities including parking, pathways, and a registration desk. The nearest airport is Tri-Cities Regional Airport, approximately 60 miles away.
Location & nearby attractions
Banner House Museum - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Tate-Evans Park - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Elk Statue - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
The Greene - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Lees-McRae College - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Flat Top Brewing Company - 3 km / 1.8 mi
Sugar Mountain Resort - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Linville River - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Grandfather Mountain State Park - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Watauga River - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Banner Elk Winery - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Grandfather Trout Farm - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Apple Hill Farm - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
Beech Mountain Resort - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi
The nearest airports are:
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 89 km / 55.3 mi
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 135.6 km / 84.3 mi
Rooms
Amenities & features
Getting here
Tri-cities Airport TRI 60 miles/1.25 Hours Charlotte International Airport CLT 85 miles/2.25 Hours
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Free onsite self-parking with ample space for oversize vehicles
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
- Must book a specific "Pet Friendly" room.
Fees & policies
- Fee for in-room wireless internet: $0.01 per stay (rates may vary)
- Pet fee: $10 per pet, per day (maximum $100 per stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: $10 per night
Know before you go
- 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 allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lodge at Banner Elk?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is The Lodge at Banner Elk located?
The Lodge at Banner Elk is located at 1615 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC, US.
What attractions are near The Lodge at Banner Elk?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Banner House Museum - 1.6 km / 1 mi Tate-Evans Park - 2 km / 1.2 mi Elk Statue - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi The Greene - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi Lees-McRae College - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi Sugar Creek Gem Mine - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi Flat Top Brewing Company - 3 km / 1.8 mi Sugar Mountain Resort - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi Linville River - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi Grandfather Mountain State Park - 4.8 km / 3 mi Watauga River - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi Banner Elk Winery - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi Grandfather Trout Farm - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi Apple Hill Farm - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi Beech Mountain Resort - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi The nearest airports are: Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 89 km / 55.3 mi Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 135.6 km / 84.3 mi
Does The Lodge at Banner Elk offer parking?
Free onsite self-parking with ample space for oversize vehicles
How do I get to The Lodge at Banner Elk?
Tri-cities Airport TRI 60 miles/1.25 Hours Charlotte International Airport CLT 85 miles/2.25 Hours Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What amenities does The Lodge at Banner Elk offer?
The Lodge at Banner Elk features amenities such as Gym, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Laundry, Free Parking, Non-Smoking.
What are the rooms like at The Lodge at Banner Elk?
Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Satellite programming along with DVD players are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Is The Lodge at Banner Elk pet-friendly?
Yes, The Lodge at Banner Elk is pet-friendly. Must book a specific "Pet Friendly" room.
What fees should I know about at The Lodge at Banner Elk?
Fee for in-room wireless internet: $0.01 per stay (rates may vary). Pet fee: $10 per pet, per day (maximum $100 per stay). Service animals are exempt from fees. Rollaway bed fee: $10 per night.
What should I know before staying at The Lodge at Banner Elk?
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 allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.