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Recommended hotels in Empire

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1. Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Mmpire
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
jane
$162 nightly
The price is $171
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Empire Lakeshore Inn
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a ceiling fan.

2. Dune Climb Inn

Dune Climb Inn
2.0 star property
Empire
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (108 reviews)
"This is a charming little motel very close to the dunes. It's an older hotel and very rustic, but clean. We enjoyed our time here."
United States
Janet
$205 nightly
The price is $218
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Dune Climb Inn
A wooden deck with a sign reading "Maple Lane Resort Guests Only."

3. Maple Lane Empire

Maple Lane Empire
2.5 star property
Empire
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (299 reviews)
"Absolutely an awesome place to stay"
United States
Mark
$159 nightly
The price is $168
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Maple Lane Empire
A small, compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a shower area.

4. The Caboose

The Caboose
Empire
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"We love this place! Beautiful property close to everything!"
United States
Bruce L.
$341 nightly
The price is $359
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
The Caboose
A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a leather sofa, and a kitchen area.

5. Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub

Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub
Empire
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Absolutely stunning in every which way. Keeping a bookmark in it for any other trips to Leelanau!Everything was clean, gorgeous views and woodwork in the house. And the hosts have plenty info to share with you about the area and we’re always ready to answer any questions!"
United States
Braxton S.
$489 nightly
The price is $515
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub
A sandy beach path with tall grass on either side leading to the sea.

6. Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Empire
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"This was the cleanest, most accommodating, well-supplied and truly immaculate home that I have ever stayed at through VRBO. My family had such a wonderful stay!"
United States
Maureen L.
$629 nightly
The price is $662
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, large windows, and a view of trees.

7. Glen Lake Ridge

Glen Lake Ridge
Empire
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Everything was perfect about the place and the trip"
United States
Lynn G.
$638 nightly
The price is $659
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Glen Lake Ridge
A bathroom with a glass shower door, a white towel hanging on a wooden rack, and a towel rack on the wall.

8. Camp Haven Retreat | 3 Homes | 12BR | Little Glen Lake

Camp Haven Retreat | 3 Homes | 12BR | Little Glen Lake
Empire
$3,918 nightly
The price is $4,122
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Camp Haven Retreat | 3 Homes | 12BR | Little Glen Lake
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

9. Baymont by Wyndham Beulah

Baymont by Wyndham Beulah
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very helpful and courteous staff and very comfortable beds."
United States
Greg
$132 nightly
The price is $147
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Baymont by Wyndham Beulah
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.

10. Coastal Inn

Coastal Inn
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (467 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Emily
$105 nightly
The price is $116
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Coastal Inn
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.

11. Honor Motel

Honor Motel
2.0 star property
Honor
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (257 reviews)
"Honor Motel is a quaint little hotel. Very clean and comfortable."
United States
Connie
$131 nightly
The price is $145
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Honor Motel
A room with a wooden herringbone floor, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a television, and a door leading to another room.

12. Crystal Lake Resort

Crystal Lake Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (517 reviews)
"I loved being close to the beach, and beach chairs provided on the beach."
United States
Sandra
$119 nightly
The price is $132
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Crystal Lake Resort
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a coffee maker.

13. Coastal Suites Resort

Coastal Suites Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (519 reviews)
"Nice rooms"
United States
Lisa
$114 nightly
The price is $127
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Coastal Suites Resort
A group of people sitting around a campfire in a dark outdoor setting with trees in the background.

14. Cedar Ridge Cabins

Cedar Ridge Cabins
3.0 star property
Honor
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (246 reviews)
"Happy trails to all you weary travelers"
United States
Russell
$139 nightly
The price is $147
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Cedar Ridge Cabins
Three people sitting on the beach with a colorful umbrella.

15. Bay Port Lodging

Bay Port Lodging
2.5 star property
Frankfort
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (175 reviews)
"Just a nice quiet place to rest our heads."
United States
Tonya
$94 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Bay Port Lodging
A gazebo in a park with autumn foliage, surrounded by benches and picnic tables.

16. -Up North Cabin Across from Big Glen Lake.

-Up North Cabin Across from Big Glen Lake.
Maple City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"This is a great cabin! It's in a beautiful location next to a park and lake. My grandson had a great time fishing in the area, as well as rock hounding and playing at lake Michigan. We enjoyed fishtown and Sutton's Bay. The property is clean, cute, quiet and perfect for a few people. "
United States
Dawn V.
$299 nightly
The price is $311
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
-Up North Cabin Across from Big Glen Lake.
A cabin interior with a wooden floor, a bed, a table with chairs, a sink, and a shower area.

17. Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant

Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant
3.0 star property
Frankfort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (851 reviews)
"A great location, close to the beach and downtown area."
United States
Carol
$135 nightly
The price is $150
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant
A modern cafe with a central counter, seating area, and a visible entrance.

18. Tru By Hilton Traverse City

Tru By Hilton Traverse City
2.5 star property
Traverse City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (503 reviews)
"The location was near a lot of places to adventure at."
United States
Emelie
$111 nightly
The price is $123
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Tru By Hilton Traverse City
A large building with a stone retaining wall and a wooden deck.

19. Hideaway 10 *Traverse City *Sleeping Bear Dunes

Hideaway 10 *Traverse City *Sleeping Bear Dunes
Interlochen
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"We stayed here for the cherry cup soccer tournament and it was great! Close enough drive to the fields and the price was unbeatable. The place was clean and had everything we needed to survive tournament weekend with 3 kids. Will definitely be looking to stay here again next time we’re up in Traverse City."
United States
Dustin K.
$187 nightly
The price is $197
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hideaway 10 *Traverse City *Sleeping Bear Dunes
A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

20. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

Spark by Hilton Traverse City
2.5 star property
Traverse City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (267 reviews)
"Very clean, very comfortable beds, easily accessible shower, pleasant & helpful staff."
United States
Donna
$89 nightly
The price is $99
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Spark by Hilton Traverse City
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Top Empire Hotel Reviews

Bayshore Resort

Bayshore Resort

10/10 Excellent
"It was absolutely amazing that a shuttle was provided for downtown. Although we did not use it this stay when we come back we definitely will! Especially to be able to visit all the neat bars and not worry about driving! Highly recommend staying here."
Erika 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Bayshore Resort

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Empire Hostels information

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Lowest Price
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Highest Price
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Empire?
Wondering where other guests have stayed overnight in Empire? Here are some popular options that might have reasonable rates: Empire Lakeshore Inn - Located within a 10-minute walk of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Property features at this motel include free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Dune Climb Inn - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and free bike rentals. Maple Lane Empire - Located within a 5-minute walk of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You can take advantage of free parking, barbecue grills, and a picnic area at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Empire?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: 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 is there to see and do in Empire?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to check out some places near Empire. Get out into nature with places like Lake Michigan, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, and Little Glen Lake. Cultural attractions include Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Benzie Area Historical Museum. Additional attractions include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Brooks Lake, and South Bar Lake.
What's the best way to get to and around Empire while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Empire on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), located 24.2 mi (38.9 km) away from the city center.

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