Hawksnest Resort offers snow tubing opportunities in the heart of North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains. The season for Hawksnest runs from December through April, depending on the amount snowfall. Hotel accommodations and dining options in Banner Elk and Boone, North Carolina, are within 30 minutes of the ski area. Other nearby Blue Ridge attractions include Grandfather Mountain and Grandmother Lake.
The Hidden Valley Motel in Boone, North Carolina, is a 15-minute drive east of Hawksnest, making it the closest hotel to the resort. This family-owned and -operated accommodation has the appearance of log cabin; all rooms have outdoor entrances. Hotel features include a manicured garden and breakfast room. The Blue Ridge Parkway is approximately 45 minutes south of the motel; this section of the U.S. parkway offers views of mountains and lakes in Julian Price Memorial Park. Casual dining is available at the Country Retreat, less than a mile from the motel.
Situated in Banner Elk, the Best Western Mountain Lodge is a 20-minute drive from Hawksnest Resort. This hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool and picnicking area with barbecue grills and tables; the pool is heated and open year round. On-site dining is available next to the lobby at Evergreen's; this restaurant serves breakfast and dinner and has a poolside bar during the summer. Off-site dining in Banner Elk is within five minutes of the hotel. Hiking and climbing activities at Grandather Mountain are a 30-minute trip south of the hotel.
Located in downtown Banner Elk, the Little Main Street Inn is a 25-minute drive from Hawksnest. Downtown Banner Elk shops include Edge of the World and Ski Country Sports, which sell skiing and snowboarding gear; both are within 10 minutes of the hotel. Restaurants within five minutes of Little Main Street Inn are Bayou Smokehouse and Stonewalls. The hotel's staff prepares a gourmet breakfast for guests every morning. A living room with fireplace is available for group gatherings. One- and two-bedroom units have fireplaces, whirlpool tubs and antique-style furniture.
Hawksnest Resort is a 30-minute drive from Archer's Mountain Inn; the hotel is on the Beech Mountain Parkway in northern Banner Elk. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Beech Mountain village, which features restaurants, souvenir stores and ski pro shops. Horseback-riding opportunities are available at Banner Elk Stables, a 15-minute drive from Archer's. This hotel provides an on-site restaurant, Jackalope's View. This restaurant provides views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has a full-service bar in the Vault Bar room. The hotel has 15 rooms in two lodges, Hawk's View and Laurel Lodge. The rooms have log-cabin appearances; room amenities include porches and whirlpool tubs.
