The Highlands at Sugar is a 3-star hotel in Banner Elk, North Carolina, United States. Located at 2173 Sugar Mountain Drive, it sits about 2.1mi from the town center and has 160 reviews. Price starts from $311.

Featured amenities include an indoor swimming pool (free), private parking (free), wifi (free), a fitness center (free), a sauna (free), and on-site parking (free). Additional highlights are a mountain view, a kitchen with kitchenware, non-smoking rooms, a balcony, a bathtub, free toiletries, and a playground.

Seamless on-site parking and free Wi-Fi help plans stay flexible, while the playground adds on-site recreation. With mountain views, a balcony, and kitchenware, this spot offers a cozy base for exploring Banner Elk.

A variety of layouts means every traveler can find a fit, from compact options to expansive suites and apartments. The Suite, 1 Bedroom spans about 700 square feet and sleeps up to four adults and three children with a king bed plus a sofa bed. For larger groups, the Apartment, 2 Bedroom offers 1195 square feet of space and accommodates up to eight adults and seven children, with two king beds and two sofa beds, while the Two-Bedroom Apartment mirrors that generous size and bed setup. There are also smaller picks like the Single Room and the Room - 2 Twin for two guests, plus additional 2 Bedroom and 2 Twin configurations for varied needs.

On-site amenities elevate downtime with an indoor pool, a playground, and free Wi-Fi, plus private parking and a fitness center along with a sauna. Several units come with a balcony and mountain views, and kitchens equipped with kitchenware add convenience for longer stays; bathrooms feature a bathtub and free toiletries, while non-smoking rooms help keep the atmosphere fresh and comfortable.

Convenient payment options include Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and Discover, with cash not accepted, and seamless on-site parking helps plans stay flexible. The property sits about 2.1mi from the Banner Elk town center, offering a mountain-facing base that’s easy to explore from.