10 Best Motels in Empire: Find Cheap Motels in Empire, MI 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 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.

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

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Our top choices for Empire motels

Empire Lakeshore Inn

Downtown Mmpire

Sheila

AED 609 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Maple Lane Empire

Empire

Tom

AED 779 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

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

Coastal Inn

Beulah

Tom

AED 440 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

Akshat

AED 284 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

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

Crystal Lake Resort

Beulah

deborah

AED 448 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

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

Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Traverse City

Kathryn

AED 253 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Shared fridge, microwave

Coastal Suites Resort

Beulah

Chris

AED 423 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Indian Woods

Aimee

AED 326 total

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

AED 374 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Honor Motel

Honor

Joshua

AED 440 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

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

The Sierra Motel

Triangle Neighborhood

Daniel

AED 495 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Cedar Ridge Cabins

Honor

Leddra

AED 460 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Econo Lodge Traverse City South

Traverse City

Earl

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Brio Beach Inn

Traverse City

Marilyn

AED 494 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

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Top Empire Hotel Reviews

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

10/10 Excellent

"This was such a great stay! So clean staff so nice! Best coffee!!!!!"

Delamar Traverse City

6/10 Okay

"The place does not feel like a luxury resort. It appears to be an old building that’s undergone some renovations to give the allure of a luxury resort. I was unhappy with the stains on the bedding and how THIN the walls were connected to my room. I could hear everything my neighbors said speaking at a normal rate."

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"For the price I paid, I was worried that it was going to be run down. I was so very impressed with the clean and spacious rooms, my balcony with the beach view, not just free breakfast, but a choice of breakfast daily and they bring it to your room at the time selected. Pool and Hot Tube were very well maintained. The arcade room was great for my son. All of the staff was very nice and pleasant to talk to. I even received texts for every day I stayed there making sure everything was going well and when you text the number, they reply right back. During my stay, I have booked more vacations with this hotel."

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 include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 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 Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. 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. 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 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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