The Highlands at Sugar

Hotels
8.6 (341 reviews)
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive , Banner Elk , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
Heating
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Spacious units
Good amenities
Cons:
Some units outdated
Maintenance issues
Lack of certain amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Several mentions of cleanliness were positive, but a few reviews indicated some maintenance issues.
Service
9.1
Consistently warm and helpful front desk staff, positive mentions about the reception.
Location
9.1
Location was praised repeatedly, with many reviews highlighting its convenience and beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.1
Some units felt outdated and had maintenance issues, lowering the score.
Amenities
8.6
Positive mentions of amenities like the pool, but some amenities were lacking or broken.
Value for Money
8.6
Considered a good value for the experience, especially compared to nearby hotels.
Food and Beverage
8.6
No specific mentions in reviews, assigned 'Standard quality for this hotel tier'.
Overall Experience
8.6
Generally very positive experiences, with a few isolated complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 14:18

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Relaxation
Indulge in the comfort of a spa bath, cozy fireplace, and entertainment in the games room. Unwind in the sauna and hot tub for the ultimate relaxation experience.

Family-Friendly Fun
Enjoy quality time with your loved ones at the children's playground and bond over a BBQ. The games room with billiards and table tennis offers entertainment for all ages.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby attractions like Sugar Mountain Golf Club for outdoor activities or visit Lees-McRae College and Banner Elk city center. The Highlands at Sugar offers a perfect blend of convenience and leisure.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Highlands at Sugar, where luxury and entertainment meet for a memorable vacation experience.

Important information:

If expecting to arrive outside check-in hours, please contact property in advance for check-in instructions.

Guests must be 25 years of age or older to check in without an official parent or guardian.

This property is a Vacation Ownership Property, which means at times guests may be required to change apartments during their stay.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: TRI

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 341 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Elizabeth solo_traveller us
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple us
3
It Looks Pretty But is Wet and Uncomfortable. No AC
Pros:

The place looks pretty and the kitchen is the most modern thing about the place. View from dining room is the only other nice thing about this place.

Cons:

No AC available so we had to keep every window open to cool the place down. Which meant the wind would slam the blinds loudly against the windows or leave the blinds up so everyone could see in. Rain also got in and made the whole place damp and sticky, including the carpet. Ceiling fan was very squeaky and loud and we called maintenance three times to fix it and no one ever came. Downstairs couch is unsitable from how uncomfortable it is. Three tvs all inconsistent. Downstairs tv only got the local tv while master bedroom had streaming services.

Check in is extremely trusting as they leave everyone’s room key out to grab using the honor code. More signs that your room key to use the pool would be helpful. You’re expected to take out your own garbage to the dumpster as if housekeeping can’t do that.

Husband and I left a day early.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Walter couple us
1
Terrible to the point we left the next day.
Pros:

Nothing, we left a day early from the property.

Cons:

The property was extremely dirty with dust all over the floor, crumbs all on the floor. Dust around the bed. NO a/c. Stuffy and we couldn’t sleep. Left the next day.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Frederick couple us
8
We are repeat customers and will return next year. Hopefully we can secure a room like 104E or 104F
Pros:

The location

Cons:

As an elderly couple having to cary our luggage down two narrow stair flights was difficult. The toilet snd shower drains didn’t work properly, but the maintenance staff resolved the problem.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Pippenger solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

Awesome view, clean, comfortable

Cons:

20 steps to our room. We are both 80 years and that made it terribly difficult everytime we had to go out.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Seddrick solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Spatula views, friendly staff, cool temperature, spacious rooms

Cons:

Nothing, even the rain and clouds were beautiful to experience at that altitude.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Tracey family_with_children us
4
We had to find another place to stay for Father’s Day . :((
Pros:

We loved the location .

Cons:

First , we was suppose to be on the top level of the condo , we were located at the bottom level :( .
When we got to the condo there were bugs in every room literally . The kitchen had coffee in the sink and crumbs on the counter tops . And the commode was Filthy . And no means of ac / heat . And the fireplace did not function at all . The location was the perfect , however everything else not so much .

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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janet couple us
9
Very pleasant, reasonable accommodation
Pros:

Had a suite, so made my own breakfast. Convenient location. Comfortable suite

Cons:

Could have had ice cube trays in frig, luggage rack in bedroom, coffee filters for coffee machine, salt and pepper in kitchen, standing toilet paper holder since wall is very inconvenient.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Charles family_with_children us
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Theresa couple us
7
Good location, some updates are needed to the property.
Pros:

Good location and value.

Cons:

The property feels dated. Obvious updates have been done to the kitchen, bathroom, and flooring, but there is a noticeable aged appearance to the facility as a whole.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
family_with_children us
8
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children us
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Bingchun solo_traveller us
10
We enjoyed our stay overall
Pros:

We love it very much

Cons:

It’s old and not totally clean

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Laura family_with_children us
9
Mountain Charm
Pros:

The rustic, country feel to the condo. The views were beautiful. Pool was heated.

Cons:

The condo was outdated, but it was still nice. The shower faucet and handles were very loose from the wall. The TV's were not smart TVs and wd not go to Netflix or prime. Basic channels.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Chelsie family_with_children us
10
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller us
7
The place was nice just need to get the second charge taken care of.
Pros:

Location was very nice

Cons:

I have been charged from booking and from the highlands of sugar mountain. It was just supposed to be temporary but I am still not refunded yet. Never nice to be double charged

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Daniel family_with_children us
7
Great location for a week-end of skiing reconnecting with my teenager daughter
Pros:

Location was great few minutes away from the slopes.
Amenities helped having fun while it was raining (used tennis table and pool table).

Cons:

Mattress should be upgraded.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Britt family_with_children us
1
Cons:

The fridge leaking, the upstairs people sounded like horses running, which made a light fixture fall and hit my grandson, the pool wasn't clean

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Davy solo_traveller us
9
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Robert family_with_children us
8
2026-02-26 via Nuitee