Empire

Travel Guide

A coastal landscape with a sandy path, dense greenery, and a clear view of the ocean.
A beach with a wooden structure on a sandy slope.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Michigan Sand Dunes
Sand Dune Overlook On Sunset Lake. Massive sand dune in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore overlooking a sunset on Lake Michigan.
A white house, a lighthouse, and a red kayak on a sandy beach.

Where to stay in Empire

Find the best Empire areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Mmpire

If you're spending some time in Downtown Mmpire, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and South Bar Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn

2.5 out of 5
11730 S. Lacore Rd Empire MI
The price is RM778 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
RM778
RM824 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Empire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Little pricey but not many options to choose from in Empire. Place was updated. Mattresses on the firm side. And make sure to bring your own shampoo and conditioner"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Empire Lakeshore Inn
Dune Climb Inn

Dune Climb Inn

2 out of 5
7194 S Dune Hwy Empire MI
The price is RM970 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
RM970
RM1,202 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Empire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Little Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive ...
Dune Climb Inn
Maple Lane Empire

Maple Lane Empire

2.5 out of 5
8720 S Dorsey Rd Empire MI
The price is RM644 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
RM644
RM867 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Empire. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Little ...
Maple Lane Empire
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

2 out of 5
232 E State St Traverse City MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Traverse City Beach and Front ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (151 reviews)
"Charged me smoking fee cause there were signs of cannabis in the room. not smoking. never smoked in the room. refused to hear any logical defense, no policy was broken. they did not want to review."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
Pinestead Reef Resort

Pinestead Reef Resort

4 out of 5
1265 N US Highway 31 N Traverse City MI
Stay at this beach apartment in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (628 reviews)
"This is a very old hotel; however, the uniqueness, character and location make it worth overlooking the aging aging of the facility. We had the 2-room suite on 2nd floor and loved it and will stay here again when in the area again"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Pinestead Reef Resort
The Loop Downtown By Kasa

The Loop Downtown By Kasa

4 out of 5
139 Pine Street Traverse City MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Traverse City Beach and Front ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. My only constructive criticism is that we would have appreciated more pillows, ideally a mixture of different types as well. The four pillows included were all super thick and not comfortable for side sleepers."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

The Loop Downtown By Kasa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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