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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 parking. Maple Lane Empire : Free parking and a picnic area are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

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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

Darren

CA $210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

2. Maple Lane Empire

Empire

Mark

CA $234 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

4. Coastal Suites Resort

Beulah

Lisa

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

5. Crystal Lake Resort

Beulah

Brian

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

Connie

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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

7. Cedar Ridge Cabins

Honor

Russell

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

Lynette

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

9. Brio Beach Inn

Traverse City

Sarah

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Traverse City

Rodney

CA $103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

11. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

Brad

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

12. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Indian Woods

elena

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

Frederick

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

14. Econo Lodge Traverse City South

Traverse City

Paul

CA $100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Top Empire Hotel Reviews

The Vic By Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room. Clean. Friendly staff."

Delamar Traverse City

10/10 Excellent

"We had an absolutely amazing stay at Delamar Resort in Traverse City! Staff were friendly and very helpful. The room was beautiful, comfortable, and spotless, and the views were truly incredible. Waking up to such a gorgeous view made our stay even more special. The location is perfect — it’s an easy walk to downtown, with plenty of restaurants, shops, and things to do nearby. Delamar offers shuttles also to downtown. We loved being able to enjoy everything Traverse City has to offer without having to worry about driving and parking. From the beautiful accommodations to the fantastic location and breathtaking views, Delamar exceeded our expectations. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Traverse City!"

Seasons Inn Traverse City

10/10 Excellent

"Be aware: The front desk has limited hours. They close at midnight. We needed a late check-in due to our travel. I am glad we called ahead to notify them or else we would have lost our room. The front desk closes at midnight - we were arriving around 12:20. I called ahead and the gentleman was accommodating and waited for us, for which we were VERY thankful. Our room was very clean, and the beds were comfy. Shower drained a little slow, but that is my only negative. Fantastic customer service, as they stayed late to wait for us to arrive."

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Empire Motels information

Number of reviews	8,116
Accommodation	16 Motels
Lowest Price	CA $100
Highest Price	CA $234

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Empire?

When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Empire has to offer. Top sights to visit include Lake Michigan.

What is a motel?

When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, 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 parking. Maple Lane Empire: Free parking and a picnic area are available during your stay, along with room amenities like 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, be sure to 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 South Bar Lake.

What's the weather like in Empire?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, 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 temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 27°F. The snowiest months in Empire are January, November, March, and February, with each month seeing an average of 15 inches of snowfall.

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

We've gathered some information about getting around Empire to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is located 24.2 mi (38.9 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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