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The Mast Farm Inn
The Mast Farm Inn
3.0 star property
Banner Elk
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Historic mountain retreat near Appalachian State with terrace and bar lounge.
The price is $119
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
The Mast Farm Inn
Exterior
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
2.5 star property
Banner Elk
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (495 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Alpine retreat minutes from Beech Mountain Resort for skiing and hiking.
The price is $120
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
Front of property
The Lodge at Banner Elk
The Lodge at Banner Elk
2.5 star property
Banner Elk
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Relax in mountain tranquility with easy access to nearby skiing in Banner Elk.
The price is $177
$199 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
The Lodge at Banner Elk
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Valle Crucis Farm
Valle Crucis Farm
2.0 star property
Banner Elk
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (185 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Rustic mountain escape with trails, WiFi, and private cabins in Banner Elk.
The price is $127
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Valle Crucis Farm
House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior
Mtn-view Cabin w/ Deck, 2 Mi to Beech Mtn Slopes!
Mtn-view Cabin w/ Deck, 2 Mi to Beech Mtn Slopes!
3.0 star property
Charter Hills
The price is $202
$576 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Mtn-view Cabin w/ Deck, 2 Mi to Beech Mtn Slopes!
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Heritage Hill Cabins
Heritage Hill Cabins
3.0 star property
Banner Elk
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Mountain cabin retreats just minutes from Appalachian State University.
The price is $263
$297 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Heritage Hill Cabins
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player
The Highlands at Sugar
The Highlands at Sugar
3.0 star property
Banner Elk
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (806 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Cozy mountain retreat with full kitchens near Sugar Mountain Resort.
The Highlands at Sugar
Apartment (0 Bedroom) | Interior
Walk to Hiking & Skiing: Beech Mountain Condo
Walk to Hiking & Skiing: Beech Mountain Condo
4.0 star property
Banner Elk
The price is $153
$397 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Walk to Hiking & Skiing: Beech Mountain Condo
Lobby
Comfort Inn & Suites Lenoir Hwy 321 Northern Foothills
Comfort Inn & Suites Lenoir Hwy 321 Northern Foothills
2.5 star property
Lenoir
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (476 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Cozy Blue Ridge Mountain hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and free amenities.
The price is $112
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Comfort Inn & Suites Lenoir Hwy 321 Northern Foothills
House | 5 bedrooms
Boone Getaway Dog Friendly Hot Tub Fire Pit
Boone Getaway Dog Friendly Hot Tub Fire Pit
2.0 star property
Deep Gap
The price is $294
$851 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Boone Getaway Dog Friendly Hot Tub Fire Pit
Free daily continental breakfast
Holiday Inn Express West Jefferson by IHG
Holiday Inn Express West Jefferson by IHG
2.5 star property
West Jefferson
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (561 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Experience the charm of West Jefferson in a hotel near state parks and scenic spots.
The price is $114
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Holiday Inn Express West Jefferson by IHG
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Buffalo Tavern Bed & Breakfast
Buffalo Tavern Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
West Jefferson
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (551 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Wake up to misty mountain views at this peaceful B&B just minutes from downtown.
The price is $109
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Buffalo Tavern Bed & Breakfast
Indoor pool
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Boone
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Boone
3.0 star property
Boone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (296 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Modern mountain retreat with indoor pool, just minutes from Tweetsie Railroad.
The price is $121
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Boone
Property amenity
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Boone
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Boone
3.0 star property
Boone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (679 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy an indoor pool and fitness amenities just minutes from Appalachian State University.
The price is $107
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Boone
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites Boone
Hampton Inn & Suites Boone
2.5 star property
Boone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (948 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Mountainside retreat with convenient access to Appalachian State University.
The price is $122
$138 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Hampton Inn & Suites Boone
Property grounds
Cliff Dwellers Inn
Cliff Dwellers Inn
2.5 star property
Blowing Rock
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (292 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Located in scenic Blowing Rock with hiking trails and easy access to attractions.
The price is $116
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Cliff Dwellers Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Rhode's Motor Lodge
Rhode's Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Boone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (733 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Welcoming hotel minutes from Appalachian State with mountain adventure access.
The price is $99
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Rhode's Motor Lodge
Lobby
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Boone, NC
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Boone, NC
3.0 star property
Boone
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Cozy Boone hotel offers easy access to mountain adventures and university visits.
The price is $96
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Boone, NC
Exterior
Swiss Mountain Village
Swiss Mountain Village
3.0 star property
Blowing Rock
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (176 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Mountain retreat just minutes from Appalachian Ski and Tweetsie Railroad attractions.
The price is $159
$202 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Swiss Mountain Village
Exterior
The Village Inn
The Village Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Blowing Rock
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (935 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Escape to the heart of Blowing Rock, minutes from mountain attractions and trails.
The price is $109
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
The Village Inn
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Property grounds
The Mast Farm Inn

The Mast Farm Inn

The Mast Farm Inn
3.0 star property
Banner Elk
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
The price is $119
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
The Mast Farm Inn
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When is the best time to visit Banner Elk?

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Top neighborhoods in Banner Elk

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
Photo by Laura Tutterow
Open Photo by Laura Tutterow

Downtown

The Downtown neighborhood offers attractions such as Elk Statue and Tate-Evans Park.

Blue Ridge Parkway, scenic autumn view, Grandfather Mountain, North Carolina

Charter Hills

Charter Hills beckons with natural mountain magic at every turn. Escape the ordinary in this peaceful Beech Mountain neighborhood where ski slopes and biking trails are just minutes away. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore hiking paths through lush forests, visit nearby attractions like Land of Oz, or enjoy a tasting at Banner Elk Winery. Vacation rental cabins and mountain homes with rustic wood and stone architecture dot the landscape. Most dining and shopping options are found at nearby Beech Mountain Resort's base. A personal vehicle is essential for navigating the winding mountain roads, as public transit is limited in this serene retreat.

From the top of Sugar Mountain looking at Tyne Castle in Banner Elk North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains

Tynecastle

Tucked in Banner Elk's quiet corners, Tynecastle is a dreamy mountain hideaway for outdoor enthusiasts. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are just outside your door, offering hiking trails and natural beauty in every direction. You'll feel a million miles from city life with sugar-dusted slopes in winter and wildflower-dotted trails in summer. The neighborhood is mostly vacation homes and mountain cabins with fireplaces and sweeping views. You'll need your own wheels to get around these winding mountain roads. Nearby Banner Elk has all the restaurants and shops you'll need when you're not busy exploring the Blue Ridge wonderland.

blue ridge mountains near mount mitchell and cragy gardens

Mill Ridge

Mill Ridge offers mountain magic without the tourist hustle. Hikers explore private trails winding through Blue Ridge forest while others kick back on custom cabin decks with misty morning views. The Watauga River flows nearby, perfect for peaceful afternoons away from Banner Elk's small-town buzz. Getting around requires wheels—the mountain roads demand a personal vehicle. Vacation rentals dominate with luxury touches like stone fireplaces and hot tubs. After days spent outdoors, evenings bring star-filled skies and the kind of quiet you can almost touch.

Top landmarks in Banner Elk

Banner Elk, North Carolina highway road street in city town by Sugar and Beech Mountain ski resorts with view of Grandfather Mountain State Park in sunny morning ridge peak

Beech Mountain Resort

4.5/5 (205 reviews)
Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Beech Mountain Resort, a skiing spot located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from central Banner Elk. If you master the slopes, Sugar Mountain Resort and Hawksnest Tubing Park are both nearby.
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Yellow brick road Beech Mountain, North Carolina

Land of Oz

4.4/5 (37 reviews)
If thrills are what you're after, head to Land of Oz, located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from central Beech Mountain. If you'd also like to explore some of the parks in Beech Mountain, head to Julian Price Park and Grandfather Trout Farm.
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Learn more about Banner Elk

Tucked between two ski resorts, this mountain town transforms with the seasons like a chameleon in hiking boots. Carve fresh powder at Sugar Mountain Resort in winter or whoosh down summer tubing runs at Hawksnest Park when the snow melts. The whimsical Land of Oz theme park atop Beech Mountain offers a yellow brick road less traveled. After outdoor adventures, sample local vintages at Banner Elk Winery or visit Apple Hill Farm to meet alpacas with mountain views. Lees-McRae College adds youthful energy to this small town, while Grandfather Trout Farm lets visitors catch dinner without needing pro-level angling skills. For water-based fun, paddle the gentle currents of Watauga River where the scenery upstages the occasional splash.

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The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

10/10 Excellent
"The amenities were well kept. The room was very clean and that says a lot because I am a professional cleaner and can spot anything missed. The staff were beyond nice. I would like to return and stay a little longer next time."
Anna 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Highlands at Sugar

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Banner Elk?
Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Collection Resort, The Mast Farm Inn and The Lodge at Banner Elk are all properties that our guests really like.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Banner Elk?
If you need the flexibility to change your plans to Banner Elk, most hotels offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Banner Elk if I want an affordable accommodation?
Two inexpensive options worth considering are 4 Seasons at Beech Mountain and The Lodge at Banner Elk.
Where can I stay in Banner Elk if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 734 vacation homes. In addition, there are 135 apartments and 776 condos.
What will the weather in Banner Elk be like during my visit?
July and August are typically the warmest months in Banner Elk when the average temp is 65°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 36°F. July and May are the months with the most rain.
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