Top Motels in 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

1. Empire Lakeshore Inn

Downtown Mmpire

jane

฿6,619 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

2. Maple Lane Empire

Empire

Mark

฿6,250 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, microwave

3. Coastal Inn

Beulah

Emily

฿3,937 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

4. Crystal Lake Resort

Beulah

Avital

฿5,359 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

5. Coastal Suites Resort

Beulah

Lisa

฿5,252 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

6. Honor Motel

Honor

Jennifer

฿5,017 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

7. Cedar Ridge Cabins

Honor

Russell

฿5,536 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Traverse City

Stefanie

฿2,593 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Indian Woods

elena

฿2,944 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

10. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

Jayant

฿3,062 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

11. Grand Traverse Motel

Oak Park

Jessica

฿3,913 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

12. Brio Beach Inn

Traverse City

NANCY

฿4,893 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

13. The Sierra Motel

Triangle Neighborhood

Sandra

฿5,031 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

14. Econo Lodge Traverse City South

Traverse City

David

฿3,609 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Top Empire Hotel Reviews

Seasons Inn Traverse City

10/10 Excellent

"Great location!"

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

8/10 Good

"Two 9 year old boys loved the water park. And lots of other activities, many of which like yoga or crafts are free. The popular ones like bowling, mini golf and the arcade are costly however. Paying $20 a day (plus 6% sales tax!) to park on top of already steep room rates is ridiculous given the location and huge parking lots! Makes no sense except as a money grab."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

8/10 Good

"First, i thought the property was difficult to find..it is not well marked and it is surrounded by other bldgs. The staff are beyond helpful & the checkin was flawless. The rooms are ample in size, and have good amenitites but the bathroom is dated. My only big complaint are the beds. Hard as rocks. I had a bad sleep. Breakfast was wonderful..they had everything. I would not likely return because of the beds.. if the beds were replaced i would absolutely return!"

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Empire Motels information

Number of reviews	6,959
Accommodation	16 Motels
Lowest Price	฿2,593
Highest Price	฿6,619

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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