Aparthotel

Smoketree Lodge

Banner Elk aparthotel with indoor pool

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Dates

November 2025

21

December 2025

Room, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Smoketree Lodge by VRI Americas is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts near Sugar Mountain Resort. Relax in the sauna or get your adrenaline pumping on the slopes, while enjoying amenities like an arcade/game room, indoor pool, and tennis courts.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Connecting rooms available
Air conditioning
Gym
Microwave

Main amenities (11)

46 smoke-free apartments
Indoor pool
Fitness center
Sauna
Limo/town car service
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Arcade/game room
Picnic area
Charcoal grills

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Cable/satellite TV service
Garden
Terrace

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Tomorrow

Nov 22 - Nov 23

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Room (Efficiency)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

375 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

TV

Sofa bed

Separate bedroom

475 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

TV

Sofa bed

2 bedrooms

575 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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Kitchen
Laundry facilities
Free parking

$134 nightly

Nov 25 - Nov 26

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

11914 Highway 105, Banner Elk, NC, 28604

What's nearby

Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Grandfather Mountain State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Grandfather Trout Farm - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Sugar Mountain Resort - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Beech Mountain Resort - 18 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬12 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬11 min drive
‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬11 min drive
‪Puerto Nuevo - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Smoketree Lodge

When you stay at Smoketree Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sugar Mountain Resort. The indoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the fitness center. Other highlights include a sauna, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

Property size

- 46 apartments

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8 AM - 8 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8 AM - 10 PM)
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

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 21

Children

- Up to 5 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Ski

Downhill skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

Indoor pool
Sauna

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free uncovered self parking on site
Onsite parking
Limo/town car service

Family friendly

Children stay free (see details)

Food and drink

Microwave
Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

Towels provided

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
Pool or billiards table
Arcade/game room

Outdoor areas

Terrace
Charcoal grill
Garden
Picnic area

Laundry

Laundry service

Comfort

Air conditioning

Pets

Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevators
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Phone
Virtual front desk
Free local calls
No housekeeping

Things to do

Fitness center
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ziplining nearby
Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

46 rooms
Connecting/adjoining rooms avaliable

Fees & policies

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.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Smoketree Banner Elk

Smoketree Lodge a VRI Resort

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Smoketree Lodge VRI Resort Banner Elk

Smoketree Lodge VRI Resort

Smoketree VRI Banner Elk

Smoketree VRI

Smoketree Lodge Aparthotel

Smoketree Lodge Banner Elk

Smoketree Lodge a VRI resort

Smoketree Lodge by VRI Americas

Smoketree Lodge Aparthotel Banner Elk

Frequently asked questions

Does Smoketree Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Smoketree Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Smoketree Lodge?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Smoketree Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Smoketree Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Smoketree Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Smoketree Lodge and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain biking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the aparthotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a fitness center. Smoketree Lodge also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Smoketree Lodge like?

Smoketree Lodge is located a short 1-minute walk from Watauga River.

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Smoketree Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

Indoor pools

Hot Tub

Bed

Bedrooms

Location

Building

Amenities

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

What guests liked

The indoor pool and hot tub were a definite plus, providing a great experience for guests. (8 reviews)
The indoor hot tub was a definite plus, providing a relaxing experience after a day of activities. (7 reviews)
The indoor heated pool and hot tub were a definite plus, providing a relaxing experience after a day of activities. (5 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 5, 2025

Love the hot tub

Flory Jane, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 7, 2025

Quiet, clean and reasonable.

Marshall, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 24, 2025

The staff was friendly and parking was easy. The property is beyond repair. It just needs to be demolished and build new. Carpet, flooring, furniture, fixtures. All of it looks decades old. Clean- yes but very old and run down.

Antoinette, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 20, 2025

Loved the location. Pool and hot tub was grest. The staff was great and accommodating.

John, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 15, 2025

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.

Allen, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 11, 2025

the room was clean. The mattress was not the best, but OK

Sylvette, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 26, 2023

Fantastic location, comfortable lodging, nice people!

Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 3, 2025

The property was amazing! Nice lobby with fun games. Friendly, convenient and reasonably priced for the area.

Theodore, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 8, 2023

Nice place for the price Already booked my next stay there

Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 9, 2025

Very clean and comfortable! Will definitely book again!

Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 16, 2023

Lovely stay, everyone we ran into was very kind, very quiet, and beautiful views!

Barbara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 3, 2022

Nice & quaint hotel. Great location to many attractions.

Danah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jan 26, 2025

Nice area and good heater

Brenda, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 28, 2025

The property was quiet peaceful, parking and check in and out was easy. We stayed here on our Honeymoon 28 years ago and have been back several times since. However, it could use some updates especially the bed and pillows. Our room AC was not on when we got there so we had to turn it on and cool the room down which took a while since it was July. The floors seemed to be uneven and carpet was dated.

Ashley, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jan 4, 2024

Quaint little hotel that does the basics well enough for a low price.

James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 18, 2023

Hot tub, quiet, nice staff

Megahan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 19, 2024

Well maintained older property very clean, staff friendly and helpful.

Carol, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 10, 2022

Cozy, clean and nice. Would definitely stay here again.

David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 20, 2022

Great lodge and convenient to many surrounding areas. Very easy and accommodating with our late check in.

June, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 1, 2022

The people were wonderful. Rooms were a bit dated, but in general quite a nice stay.

Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 2, 2024

This hotel has a lot of character and a lovely lobby area. Very clean and nice.

Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 22, 2024

Quiet, Clean and accessible.

Danny, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 11, 2024

Older property but very, very clean.

David, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 13, 2017

Real cozy with great amenities considering the age of the establishment. Large great room with games for family fun as well as pool and hot tub for relaxing after a day on the slopes...