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 €174 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€174
1 Sept - 2 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was awesome! Rooms were clean and the property was beautifully maintained. The only thing that confused our party was that there is 2 properties less than a block from each other. We would have asked for the 3 rooms to be at the same location."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Empire Lakeshore Inn
Dune Climb Inn

Dune Climb Inn

2 out of 5
7194 S Dune Hwy Empire MI
The price is €188 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
€188
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 €145 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
€145
27 Sept - 28 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (298 reviews)
"Room was clean and quiet with fridge, coffee maker and microwave. Loved that there was lake access a very short walk at end of the road. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

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.
Dune View Cottage|Lake Life + Hot Tub|Dog Friendly

Dune View Cottage|Lake Life + Hot Tub|Dog Friendly

Empire MI
Stay at this holiday home in Empire. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Little Glen Lake and Glen Lake are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"I would rate this place a 4.5. It has a great location and the house is nicely updated inside with plenty of space. The kitchen is well appointed and had everything we needed. We used the mooring ball to keep the boat we rented for two days and then would either walk in the thigh high water to access ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Dune View Cottage|Lake Life + Hot Tub|Dog Friendly
RV Rental #14 Sleeps 6 people

RV Rental #14 Sleeps 6 people

Empire MI
Stay at this campsite in Empire. Enjoy patios, in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Empire Bluff Trail and South Bar Lake are located ...
RV Rental #14 Sleeps 6 people
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 Clinch ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)
"Not terrible but not a good hotel experience"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Boardwalk Suites & Residences 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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