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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Empire Lakeshore Inn in Empire offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and TV. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoying the quiet street views. The property features outdoor furniture and a balcony for added comfort. Convenient Facilities: The hotel provides free on-site parking, bike hire, and express check-in and check-out services. Additional amenities include a microwave, shower, and streaming services. Nearby Attractions: Located 27 mi from Cherry Capital Airport, the hotel is close to Dennos Museum Center (26 mi), Clinch Park (24 mi), and Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City (25 mi). Highly rated for room cleanliness, convenient location, and comfort.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Snoopy
United States
“Great location, room was clean, easy to walk into town and beach. Close drive to Bear Dunes” - Duncan
United States
“Convenient, comfortable and newly renovated. Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Small, quaint town but not a lot of restaurants. Loved walking down to the beach in the evenings, passing cute shops. Nice to have a refrigerator.” - Carol
United States
“Communication with staff was good. Very clean. Comfy bed. Good location near Sleeping Bear Dunes Park.” - Jill
United States
“We came to visit Sleeping Bear Dunes and this motel is right next to the Visitor Center so the location was great. The room was clean and comfortable. There weren't many others staying in our building (maybe because it was so expensive?) so it was...” - Annette
United States
“We really enjoyed the close proximity to the beach. Nice leisurely walk.” - Brian
United States
“Fantastic location near sleeping Bear dunes... even a local beach just 2 miles away practically walking distance actually” - Robert
United States
“Nice clean place close to restaurants and gas station. Owner very friendly and helpful as he let me and my friend wash our motorcycles with the hose on side of building.” - Lawrence
United States
“Wonderful small inn. Quiet, exceptionally clean and tidy. Great value. Close to the sites we came to see. Better than any chain hotel!” - Stacy
United States
“The room was super amazing. As soon as we unlocked the door and walked in, the room smelled so clean and fresh.” - Shelley
United States
“I loved everything about this Inn.i will for sure be back. Thank you for having us.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please inform Empire Lakeshore Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.