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A house with a white door marked with the number 5, a dark blue exterior, and a white porch with a wicker chair.

A two-story building with a blue exterior and white trim, featuring a balcony on the second floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window.

A two-story building with a balcony, a large white flower bush, and outdoor seating.

1. Empire Lakeshore Inn

Downtown Mmpire

Maria

Rp1.797.640

Rp1.905.416 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a ceiling fan.

A metal fire pit with rocks around it, two Adirondack chairs, and a wooden structure in the background.

A wooden signpost with two circular signs, one for Dune Climb Inn and another indicating a vacancy.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, wooden shelves with books and decorations, and a blue armchair.

2. Dune Climb Inn

Empire

Lillian

Rp2.378.414

Rp3.280.188 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden deck with a sign reading "Maple Lane Resort Guests Only."

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

A cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a wooden bed, a fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A two-story building with a clock, a sign indicating an office, and a garden area with plants and a pathway.

3. Maple Lane Empire

Empire

Mark

Rp1.737.307

Rp2.605.961 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop with food items, a toaster, and decorative shelves.

A deck with outdoor furniture, umbrellas, and a pool.

A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

4. Coastal Inn

Beulah

Emily

Rp1.931.913

Rp2.144.423 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel with outdoor dining and a river view.

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a large window overlooking the sea.

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking the city.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area.

5. Delamar Traverse City

Traverse City

Paul Thomas

Rp3.755.870

Rp4.527.076 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a coffee maker.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator. A blue sofa and a small table are in the living area.

A room with a TV, a blue chair, a bed, and a white heater.

A modern bathroom with a vanity, a round mirror, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

6. Coastal Suites Resort

Beulah

Kathryn

Rp2.020.702

Rp2.242.980 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A group of people sitting around a campfire in a dark outdoor setting with trees in the background.

A room with a bed, two armchairs, a wooden table, and a floor lamp.

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a television on a wooden stand, and a curtain partially drawn.

A residential area with a house, a barbecue grill, and outdoor seating with red umbrellas.

7. Cedar Ridge Cabins

Honor

Russell

Rp2.277.262

Rp2.413.861 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A cozy hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area.

A hotel room with a carpeted floor, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a television.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a corner bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

8. Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

Traverse City

michael

Rp1.672.319

Rp1.856.183 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A cabin interior with a wooden floor, a bed, a table with chairs, a sink, and a shower area.

A wooden cabin bathroom with a large bathtub, a wooden bench, and a towel rack.

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a covered section with string lights, and a view of the street with cars and buildings in the background.

A stone pillar with a copper base surrounded by greenery, supported by a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

9. Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant

Frankfort

Carol

Rp1.909.624

Rp2.119.683 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and calm sea.

A hot tub with a tiled edge and a metal ladder, surrounded by a brick floor and wooden chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

10. Grand Beach Resort Hotel

Traverse City

Shana

Rp1.965.928

Rp2.339.385 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.

A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant land.

11. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Traverse City

Lisa

Rp1.965.928

Rp2.339.385 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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.

A yellow building with a sign reading "OFFICE OPEN" and a small porch with white chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

A bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet.

12. Honor Motel

Honor

Jeff

Rp1.692.192

Rp1.878.383 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A beach view with two white lounge chairs, one with a straw hat and the other with a towel, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.

A spacious gym with multiple exercise machines, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A deck with a fire pit and two chairs overlooking a sunset over water.

13. The Baywatch Resort

Traverse City

Brad

Rp2.254.774

Rp2.669.653 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, a TV, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, and a built-in oven.

14. Comfort Inn Traverse City

Triangle Neighborhood

Kaylene

Rp1.963.064

Rp2.179.001 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, black cabinets, and a variety of appliances.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and cushions, a stone-tiled floor, and a view of trees and a fence through large windows.

A swimming pool with multiple lanes, sun loungers, and a view of the outdoors.

A living room with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and two sofas.

15. Baymont by Wyndham Traverse City

Traverse City

Marie

Rp1.768.100

Rp1.962.591 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

Three people sitting on the beach with a colorful umbrella.

A sign for Marshall's Bay Port Lodging advertising a vacancy.

Two outdoor lounge chairs with mesh backs and seats, positioned on a grassy lawn in front of a house with a blue roof and white siding.

A two-story building with a blue exterior, a front porch with a swing, and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Bay Port Lodging

Frankfort

Rp1.500.851

Rp2.063.392 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a television screen on the wall, and a brick wall in the background.

A motel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a window.

A hallway with an exit sign, a table with a chair, and a door labeled with the number 5.

A narrow hallway with a carpeted floor, white and blue walls, and a ceiling with exposed beams and lighting fixtures.

17. Cold Creek Inn

Beulah

Jeffrey

Rp1.654.237

Rp1.836.132 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large building, a beach, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a desk, a television, and a bathtub.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large mirror, a bathtub, a sofa, and a television.

18. Bayshore Resort

Oak Park

Ross

Rp1.593.367

Rp1.768.637 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a TV, and a trash bin.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green carpet, and a wall with a geometric design and a motivational quote.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and a clear sky.

19. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

Traverse City

Donna

Rp1.600.170

Rp1.776.189 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a lifeguard sign.

A Seasons Inn hotel with a welcoming sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a small seating area.

20. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

Brad

Rp1.127.710

Rp1.251.778 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Where to stay in Empire

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Downtown Mmpire

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.

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A lakeside park with trees, chairs, and a boat on the water.

Little Glen Lake

9.4/10 (58 reviews)

Crystal-clear waters and a sandy bottom make Little Glen Lake perfect for swimming and paddleboarding. Enjoy panoramic views of Sleeping Bear Dunes while kayaking across this tranquil Michigan treasure.

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A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a rocky shoreline.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

9.8/10 (163 reviews)

This 7.4-mile scenic loop showcases Lake Michigan's most dramatic coastal vistas from 450 feet above the shoreline. Wind through forests to reach overlooks where the Great Lakes unfold beneath you.

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Lime Lake

Lime Lake's crystal-clear waters offer a peaceful retreat for anglers and paddlers in northern Michigan. Bring your own kayak to glide across its serene surface while spotting native fish beneath.

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Armstrong Lake

This pristine 31-acre lake in Leelanau County offers a tranquil escape for fishing and kayaking enthusiasts. Enjoy the clear waters surrounded by lush forests, especially beautiful during autumn's colourful display.

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Polack Lake

Polack Lake offers a serene fishing retreat amid Michigan's natural landscape. Anglers appreciate the quiet waters while nature enthusiasts enjoy the peaceful surroundings away from tourist crowds.

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Pearl Lake Natural Area

This tranquil spring-fed lake offers a pristine habitat for sandhill cranes and diverse waterfowl. Launch your kayak from the DNR boat ramp and glide through clear waters for an intimate wildlife viewing experience.

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South Bar Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at South Bar Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Courson Lake

Courson Lake offers a tranquil freshwater retreat amid Michigan's lush Benzie County landscape. Enjoy peaceful shoreline picnicking or birdwatching during summer months when the natural scenery is at its most vibrant.

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Towering dunes at Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore reward your climb with panoramic views of Lake Michigan's turquoise waters. Kayak along the crystal-clear shoreline in the morning, then explore the village's charming general store for locally-made cherry treats.

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Top Empire Hotel Reviews

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

8/10 Good

"Good Place to stay and Clean room."

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice quiet and clean. Staff was wonderful"

Park Place Hotel

8/10 Good

"Park Place Hotel is in a great location in downtown Traverse City. There is a nice roof top bar on the 10th floor and the bartenders there were great. My only negative is that the rooms are not cleaned everyday unless you ask."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

8/10 Good

"Nice clean hotel. Friendly staff… Would stay there again."

Seasons Inn Traverse City

8/10 Good

"Very nice hotel. Could not locate a pad of paper or lotion in the room. Otherwise, we had the items we needed. Front desk staff were not always easy to locate but were helpful when there."

Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Location of the property is right on. The lake and the views of the lake are stunning. My room was clean and staff was very friendly. I would highly recommend staying here on your next visit to Traverse City."

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff and accommodations were top notch. We’ll be back"

ParkShore Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay in a 3rd floor balcony room with lake view. The staff were friendly and helpful and the lounge/restaurant was a welcome addition. Our room was clean and comfortable."

Maple Lane Empire

8/10 Good

"Although an older property, the property is well maintained and kept up. Everything was clean and working. Would stay here again."

More cheap stays in Empire

Seasons Inn Traverse City

1582 Us 31 N Traverse City MI

Rp1.127.710

Rp1.251.778 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (2,097 reviews)

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

1614 US 31 North Traverse City MI

Rp1.672.319

Rp1.856.183 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (2,409 reviews)

The Vic By Kasa

461 Munson Avenue Traverse City MI

Rp1.700.785

Rp1.887.872 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

232 E State St Traverse City MI

Rp1.521.755

Rp2.086.595 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (200 reviews)

ParkShore Resort

1401 US 31 North Traverse City MI

Rp2.183.674

Rp2.520.913 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,054 reviews)

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

2035 U.S. 31 North Traverse City MI

Rp2.255.778

Rp2.644.989 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Empire?

Based on our traveller data, Dune Climb Inn is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers free parking and private gardens. Other good choices for your stay include Empire Lakeshore Inn and Maple Lane Empire. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Empire.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Empire, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Empire.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Empire?

Dune Climb Inn is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers free use of bicycles along with free WiFi for its human guests. Maple Lane Empire is another option for you and your pet. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Empire.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Empire?

Grand Beach Resort Hotel: Hotel, 1-minute walk from Lake Michigan. Features a private beach, an indoor pool and daily. Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City and Park Place Hotel are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Empire.

How is it staying in Empire?

Visitors to Empire will definitely enjoy the beaches. Tourists can also enjoy the city's coffee shops and parks. A top sight in the city is Lake Michigan. In Empire, there are 112 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Empire.

What should I do while I'm visiting Empire?

Natural beauty is on display at Lake Michigan, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and Little Glen Lake. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Brooks Lake. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Empire guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Empire?

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -3°C. The snowiest months in Empire are January, November, March and February, with each month seeing an average of 39 cm of snowfall.

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Our top choices for Empire hotels

1. Empire Lakeshore Inn

2. Dune Climb Inn

3. Maple Lane Empire

4. Coastal Inn

5. Delamar Traverse City

6. Coastal Suites Resort

7. Cedar Ridge Cabins

8. Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

9. Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant

10. Grand Beach Resort Hotel

11. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

12. Honor Motel

13. The Baywatch Resort

14. Comfort Inn Traverse City

15. Baymont by Wyndham Traverse City

16. Bay Port Lodging

17. Cold Creek Inn

18. Bayshore Resort

19. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

20. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Where to stay in Empire

Downtown Mmpire

Stay near popular Empire attractions

Little Glen Lake

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

Lime Lake

Armstrong Lake

Polack Lake

Pearl Lake Natural Area

South Bar Lake

Courson Lake

Learn more about Empire

Top Empire Hotel Reviews

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Park Place Hotel

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

Seasons Inn Traverse City

Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

ParkShore Resort

Maple Lane Empire

More cheap stays in Empire

Seasons Inn Traverse City

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

The Vic By Kasa

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

ParkShore Resort

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

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