Top Motels in Empire in 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Empire?

Empire Lakeshore Inn : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Maple Lane Empire : Free parking and a picnic area are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Empire Bluff Scenic Lookout, Empire Bluff Trail, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan

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Empire Lakeshore Inn

Downtown Mmpire

Sheila

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Maple Lane Empire

Empire

Tom

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Coastal Inn

Beulah

Brandon

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

Akshat

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave

Coastal Suites Resort

Beulah

Chris

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Cottage #1, 3 Bedrooms,Full Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Crystal Lake Resort

Beulah

deborah

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4 Jun - 5 Jun

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Traverse City

Kathryn

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Traverse Motel

Oak Park

"I had a one night stay here on a quick trip, but I would definitely stay again. The room was exceptionally clean and comfortable. There was a refrigerator with actual top freezer (not like a normal hotel "freezer" inside a tiny refrigerator), a microwave, and a bar style table with stools--all of this would be perfect for a longer stay. There was a small lawn perfect to take my dog out. As a solo woman traveler, I look for properties that are safe and clean, and this one was great."

Carolyn

includes taxes & fees

4 Jun - 5 Jun

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Indian Woods

Aimee

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Sierra Motel

Triangle Neighborhood

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 Jun

Cedar Ridge Cabins

Honor

Leddra

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Honor Motel

Honor

Joshua

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Brio Beach Inn

Traverse City

Marilyn

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Econo Lodge Traverse City South

Traverse City

Earl

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

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Top Empire Hotel Reviews

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was fast the staff helpful. The room was spacious , clean and perfect location with walk out to beach. We could walk on the beach for miles. We really enjoyed our stay and we will stay again. I works recommend this resort hotel"

Seasons Inn Traverse City

8/10 Good

"Was a great bargain for a last minute stay in Teaverse City. Room was clean except could have used a dusting of the floor. Otherwise enjoyed the unique shower style and toiletries, breakfast in the morning was a typical continental breakfast. Very good value for what I paid. One drawback is I could hear everything going on outside in the hallway. Doors must be thin or space around door for noise to enter. Heard a bunch of girls’ voices very late at night (2am?) and it seemed they were right outside my door."

The Vic By Kasa

6/10 Okay

"I’m not sure that there is any staff, you check in on the internet for “your” convenience, which takes much longer and is quite invasive, upload your drivers license, credit card again, then a facial recognition program after that, and for me, I always love a second and third check in as I usually book from an Expedia or such. I feel exceedingly uncomfortable with the amount of “verification” (for my safety) I feel safer speaking with an eastern Indian call center. If this is for my convenience, I’ll buy you dinner."

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Empire Motels information

Number of reviews	7,559
Accommodation	16 Motels
Lowest Price	£51
Highest Price	£159

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Empire?

When you save on your room price, you can make the most of what Empire has to offer. Top sights include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan.

What is a motel?

At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Empire?

Empire Lakeshore Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Maple Lane Empire: Free parking and a picnic area are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

What can I do in Empire?

Those who've visited Empire like the beaches. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. Must-see local attractions include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, Little Glen Lake and Brooks Lake. You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park.

What's the weather like in Empire?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Empire to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -3°C. The snowiest months in Empire are January, November, March and February, with each month seeing an average of 39 cm of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around Empire while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Empire to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital), which is located 24.2 mi (38.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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