Best Motel Empire in 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Empire?

Empire Lakeshore Inn : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. 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.

A coastal landscape with a sandy path, dense greenery, and a clear view of the ocean.

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Our top choices for Empire motels

A house with a white door marked with the number 5, a dark blue exterior, and a white porch with a wicker chair.

1. Empire Lakeshore Inn

Downtown Mmpire

jane

₹17,012 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A wooden deck with a sign reading "Maple Lane Resort Guests Only."

2. Maple Lane Empire

Empire

Mark

₹18,218 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a hanging light fixture, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck.

3. Coastal Inn

Beulah

Emily

₹11,464 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A room with a wooden herringbone floor, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a television, and a door leading to another room.

4. Crystal Lake Resort

Beulah

Avital

₹15,623 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A group of people sitting around a campfire in a dark outdoor setting with trees in the background.

5. Cedar Ridge Cabins

Honor

Russell

₹14,542 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A reception area with a stone counter, a 'Things to Do & Places to Go' brochure, a 'Traverse City' brochure, and a 'Nearby Food and Drink' sign.

6. Honor Motel

Honor

Jennifer

₹15,689 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a coffee maker.

7. Coastal Suites Resort

Beulah

Lisa

₹14,685 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with a view of buildings.

8. Grand Traverse Motel

Oak Park

Barbara

₹10,723 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a lifeguard sign.

9. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

Jayant

₹8,926 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern two-story house with a blue exterior and white trim.

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Traverse City

Earlene

₹7,557 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious indoor area with a fireplace, multiple seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

11. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Indian Woods

elena

₹9,846 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee machine, and a basket on the counter.

12. Econo Lodge Traverse City South

Traverse City

Paul

₹9,656 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

13. The Sierra Motel

Triangle Neighborhood

Sandra

₹14,666 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A beach with lounge chairs and a sunset over the water.

14. Brio Beach Inn

Traverse City

NANCY

₹13,681 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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Top Empire Hotel Reviews

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice location on the Beach. Nice room and friendly staff."

The Baywatch Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast could be improved imo. Coffee tasted like burnt Starbucks. Only hot item was waffles. What happened to the Jimmy Dean hot sandwiches? We need protein! Not carbs! Everything was wonderful, one other minor complaint was because the wind was so brisk, I had a constant 'howling' sound in my room due to the security door to the hallway and wind coming thru the balcony doors creating a wind tunnel? I like to listen to the water/waves. I found closing the doors to the balcony worked, but then I couldnt hear the water. Last thing I would request, is better pillows. One pillow was too flat and two pillows was too much!"

Empire Lakeshore Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay! The location was perfect to walk to dining, shopping and to easily get to the beach to watch the sunset. It was a great place to call home for a few days while exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes and surrounding areas! Would definitely stay here again and recommend."

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Empire Motels information

Number of reviews	5,522
Accommodation	16 Motels
Lowest Price	₹7,557
Highest Price	₹18,218

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 to visit include 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 Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. 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. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Michigan, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and Little Glen Lake. You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Brooks Lake and Pearl Lake Natural Area.

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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