Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Blind Elk Tap Room - 3 min drive
Banner Elk Cafe - 3 min drive
Beech Mountain Brewing Company - 14 min drive
5506' Skybar - 12 min drive
About this property
Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk
At Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or visit the fitness center for a workout. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
100 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps) in rooms*
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
What to do
Golfing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Business center
4 meeting rooms
Conference space (3600 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 0.01 per stay (rates may vary)
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 10 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May 29 to September 05
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.
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.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Best Western Mountain 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 seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a garden.
What's the area around Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk like?
Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk is a short 11-minute walk from Lees-McRae College and 18 minutes' walk from Banner House Museum. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2025
Great hotel, close to Sugar Mountain
Great hotel. Only 2 miles from Sugar Mountain. Comfy beds, Good breakfast. Reasonable price.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
Great skiers stay
Good people. Breakfast too. Real eggs. Manager Ms Monroe is great. Always try to stay here for skiing at Sugar.
Justin
Justin, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
5 Jan 2025
Vitor Hugo
Vitor Hugo, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
4 Jan 2025
New Year's Eve in Banner Elk
Very well located hotel close to everything. Good service. Pets allowed. We stayed here twice as a family. In my opinion, the only thing that could be improved would be more breakfast options, especially for children.
Vitor Hugo
Vitor Hugo, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
We arrived late after a full day on the slopes and check-in was a breeze everyone was very nice. We met 2 ladies sitting in the lobby who were still staying there from hurricane Helene. Amazing hospitality and love towards those affected by the storm. Will stay again!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Dec 2024
Aegis
Aegis, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
10 Dec 2024
The stay was normal, the breakfast was very southern, which I enjoy allot. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Would recommend to solo stays and friends and family. Will be back more than likely.
Nicky
Nicky, 1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
1 Dec 2024
Excellent service and great people but the hotel is outdated, breakfast was ok
Pedro
Pedro, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 Nov 2024
Antonio
Antonio, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2024
Keith
Keith, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Great for Oz
Beautiful location. Easy check in. Great breakfast. We stayed to visit Oz. Highly recommend. Good value.
Amy
Amy, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
13 Oct 2024
Dan
Dan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Averie
Averie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 Oct 2024
This was a nice, clean place to stay. Loved how convenient it was to everything. We only stayed a night. Unfortunately it was very loud starting at 5am. From people being loud to garbage being collected, all before 6am. But thankfully everything else was very good, including it being clean and the breakfast offered was very nice. I do recommend trying them as my experience may have been just a fluke.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
My daughter and I stayed here in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene after being trapped in Banner Elk. Despite having no electricity, water, cell service, phone or internet the management, staff and everyone else there all came together as a community and worked together to do everything possible for each other and everyone there and to keep everyone's spirits high Despite all the tragedy and destruction. We will forever remember the smiling faces, kindness and support offered by the wonderful people here. May God bless you and yours.
Jeremiah
Jeremiah, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2024
Ella
Ella, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Sep 2024
Staff was very friendly. Had easy parking. It was clean and had comfortable beds and pillows. Although the shower head was tiny it done it's job. Could definitely use an upgrade on the shower head. But other then that breakfast was good and the stay was nice and quiet.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
24 Sep 2024
The room smelled old, carpets need to be ripped out and overall rooms need to be updated.
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
My friend had an accident while we were staying here. Everyone was very thoughtful and helpful!!
Cheryl
Cheryl, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sep 2024
The staff was very friendly and efficient!
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
22 Sep 2024
It was a nice place to stay for a couple of days. The bathroom was really small and there were no elevators. But for us it was fine.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Sep 2024
Good location to OZ
Very friendly and clean
Karen
Karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Sep 2024
Vry nice
Brick
Brick, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
18 Sep 2024
Thought it had a pool and it use too but its been drained and damaged. It did have a microwave and fridge in room which was a plus. No elevator so if you have a lot of luggage you wanna be on 1st floor