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 2,1 mi from the town center and has 178 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 2,1 mi from the Banner Elk town center, offering a mountain-facing base that’s easy to explore from.