Maple Lane Empire

Motel with a nearby private beach, near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Maple Lane Empire offers a tranquil retreat with in-room WiFi and a serene garden. Guests can unwind with barbecue grills, enjoy convenient express check-in and out options, park their vehicles for free. The helpful staff has earned top marks from previous guests.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking included

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Tomorrow

Oct 15 - Oct 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 11 of 11 rooms

King Kitchenette

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Microwave

Stovetop

Toaster

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room (Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Pet friendly

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upper Carriage House

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Microwave

Oven

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Stovetop

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Classic Room

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Microwave

Stovetop

Toaster

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Lower Carriage House

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Microwave

Oven

Cookware/dishes/utensils

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King (Full Sleeper Sofa) - ADA Accessible

Very good

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen Double Kitchenette

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Microwave

Stovetop

Toaster

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

8720 S Dorsey Rd, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

Little Glen Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Glen Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 14 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min drive
‪The Mill - ‬8 min drive
‪Art's Tavern - ‬6 min drive
‪Boonedocks - ‬6 min drive
‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Maple Lane Empire

Motel near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Maple Lane Empire provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Other perks at this motel include:

Free self-parking
Express check-out, express check-in and barbecues
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location

Room features

All guest rooms at Maple Lane Empire include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as

More amenities include:

Baths or showers and free toiletries
30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site

Things to do

Canoeing
Kayaking

Conveniences

Virtual front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Resort fee: 4.0 per cent of room rate

The resort fee includes:

Beach access
In-room coffee
Internet access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

M22 Empire

M22 Inn Empire

Maple Lane Empire Motel

Maple Lane Empire Empire

Maple Lane Empire Motel Empire

Frequently asked questions

Is Maple Lane Empire pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Maple Lane Empire?

As of 14 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maple Lane Empire on 2 Nov 2025 start from €106.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Maple Lane Empire?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Maple Lane Empire?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Maple Lane Empire?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Maple Lane Empire located?

Situated in Empire, this motel is steps from Little Glen Lake and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 2 miles (3 km).