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Smoketree Lodge

Aparthotel in Banner Elk with fitness centre and sauna

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Exterior
Room
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
AU$192
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

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11914 Highway 105, Banner Elk, NC, 28604
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawksnest Tubing Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Room

Room (Efficiency)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private kitchen

Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Living area

Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 53 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Banner Elk

Banner Elk is home to Smoketree Lodge. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with ziplining, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Smoketree Lodge

Aparthotel in Banner Elk with fitness centre and sauna
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free aparthotel has a fitness centre and a sauna. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include limo/town car service, an arcade/games room and a garden. Each apartment provides a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, plus free WiFi and a TV with cable channels. Housekeeping is not available.
Smoketree Lodge offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations, with coffee/tea makers. Cable televisions are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an indoor pool, a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Smoketree Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Smoketree Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Smoketree Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Smoketree Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Smoketree Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Smoketree Lodge located?

Situated in Banner Elk, this aparthotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Watauga River, Grandfather Trout Farm and Grandfather Mountain State Park. Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Linville River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Smoketree Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 244 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

8.6/10

Communication

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Loved the location. Pool and hot tub was grest. The staff was great and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was amazing! Nice lobby with fun games. Friendly, convenient and reasonably priced for the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location, comfortable lodging, nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place for the price Already booked my next stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice area and good heater
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely stay, everyone we ran into was very kind, very quiet, and beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice & quaint hotel. Great location to many attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Quaint little hotel that does the basics well enough for a low price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well maintained older property very clean, staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Megahan

Disliked: Amenities
Hot tub, quiet, nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great lodge and convenient to many surrounding areas. Very easy and accommodating with our late check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The people were wonderful. Rooms were a bit dated, but in general quite a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This hotel has a lot of character and a lovely lobby area. Very clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Quiet, Clean and accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Older property but very, very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Property was a great find for us in what I was looking for. Quiet, peaceful, out of the way, nice, clean, and friendly nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Renita

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Eclectic building built in the 70’s. Lots of retro knotty pine paneling, wall of mirrors and real keys. Price was reasonable, no loud guest. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Neil J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Uyen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice lodge , could use a little renovation but overall good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quaint older building , gives an easy feel and safety because of location. No strange neighborhood nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was dated, but that added to the charm! Very cozy, mountain feel with clean rooms and very clean indoor pool and hot tub. Also had a lot of things to do in the lodge (pool table, air hockey, foosball, video games). We'll definitely return when we're in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler & Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a very cute and quite nice stay. There are a lot of stairs if you don’t have great mobility that may be a consideration.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It is a very old lodge in need of updates but the staff was super friendly. Ground floor rooms were a bit musty but everything was clean with extra towels and blankets in the closet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023