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11 Sept - 13 Sept
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18 Sept - 20 Sept
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2 Oct - 4 Oct
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Our top choices for Empire motels

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1. Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Mmpire
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
jane
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Empire Lakeshore Inn
Private beach nearby, kayaking

2. Maple Lane Empire

Maple Lane Empire
2.5 star property
Empire
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (298 reviews)
"Absolutely an awesome place to stay"
United States
Mark
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Maple Lane Empire
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

3. Coastal Inn

Coastal Inn
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (463 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Emily
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Coastal Inn
Cottage #1, 3 Bedrooms,Full Kitchen | Living area

4. Crystal Lake Resort

Crystal Lake Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (513 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Christine
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Crystal Lake Resort
Children’s activities

5. Cedar Ridge Cabins

Cedar Ridge Cabins
3.0 star property
Honor
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (245 reviews)
"Happy trails to all you weary travelers"
United States
Russell
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Cedar Ridge Cabins
Lobby

6. Honor Motel

Honor Motel
2.0 star property
Honor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (256 reviews)
"Honor Motel is a quaint little hotel. Very clean and comfortable."
United States
Connie
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Honor Motel
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette

7. Coastal Suites Resort

Coastal Suites Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (517 reviews)
"Nice rooms"
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Coastal Suites Resort
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor)

8. Grand Traverse Motel

Grand Traverse Motel
2.0 star property
Oak Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (628 reviews)
"Nice clean room, staff were great and the breakfast was excellent."
United States
Barbara
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Grand Traverse Motel
Indoor pool

9. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Seasons Inn Traverse City
2.0 star property
Traverse City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,049 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Deb
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Seasons Inn Traverse City
Exterior

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI
2.0 star property
Traverse City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Very affordable, very nice outdoor pool."
United States
Earlene
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI
Lobby sitting area

11. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City
2.0 star property
Indian Woods
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice breakfast area,"
United States
elena
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City
View from property

12. Brio Beach Inn

Brio Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Traverse City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (506 reviews)
"Great location, very friendly staff, clean rooms"
United States
Sarah
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Brio Beach Inn
Coffee service

13. Econo Lodge Traverse City South

Econo Lodge Traverse City South
2.0 star property
Traverse City
5.6 out of 10, (826 reviews)
"No ice machine"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Econo Lodge Traverse City South
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

14. The Sierra Motel

The Sierra Motel
2.0 star property
Triangle Neighborhood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (435 reviews)
"So cute - great hotel, clean, love the vintage look and perfect location."
United States
Sandra
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Sierra Motel
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Top Empire Hotel Reviews

The Baywatch Resort

The Baywatch Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful place right on the water with a balcony. Staff was friendly and it was a clean hotel."
Andria 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
The Baywatch Resort

Find out more about Empire

Empire Motels information

Number of reviews
5,717
Accommodation
16 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$104
Highest Price
AU$235

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Empire?
When you save on your room price, you can make the most of what Empire has to offer. Top sights to visit include Lake Michigan.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Empire?
Empire Lakeshore Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Maple Lane Empire: Free parking and a picnic area are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
What can I do in Empire?
Those who've visited Empire like the beaches. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Michigan, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and Little Glen Lake. You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Brooks Lake and South Bar Lake.
What's the weather like in Empire?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Empire to help you plan yours: 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.
What are my options for getting around Empire while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Empire to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital), which is located 24.2 mi (38.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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