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Empire Lakeshore Inn
Empire Lakeshore Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Mmpire
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1001)
Maple Lane Empire
Maple Lane Empire
2.5 star property
Empire
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (281)
8.6/10
Excellent
(281)
- Lake Michigan retreat just minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
The price is CNY548
CNY548
CNY874 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Dune Climb Inn
Dune Climb Inn
2.0 star property
Empire
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (75)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(75)
The price is CNY725
CNY725
CNY769 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
The Sylvan Inn
The Sylvan Inn
3.0 star property
Glen Arbor
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (305)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(305)
- Tranquil lakeside retreat with quick access to Sleeping Bear Dunes and a full breakfast.
The price is CNY927
CNY927
CNY1,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Honor Motel
Honor Motel
2.0 star property
Honor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (226)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(226)
- Rustic lodge near Sleeping Bear Dunes offers hiking and seasonal adventure.
Baymont by Wyndham Beulah
Baymont by Wyndham Beulah
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (922)
8.4/10
Very Good
(922)
The price is CNY695
CNY695
CNY771 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Crystal Lake Resort
Crystal Lake Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (470)
8.8/10
Excellent
(470)
- Lakeside motel near Sleeping Bear Dunes with private beach access.
The price is CNY841
CNY841
CNY933 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Coastal Suites Resort
Coastal Suites Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (444)
8.8/10
Excellent
(444)
- Discover serene lakeside comfort, just minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park.
The price is CNY791
CNY791
CNY878 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Cold Creek Inn
Cold Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (379)
8.0/10
Very Good
(379)
- Wake up to serene natural beauty near Crystal Mountain and Sleeping Bear Dunes.
The price is CNY736
CNY736
CNY817 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Bay Port Lodging
Bay Port Lodging
2.5 star property
Frankfort
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (155)
8.4/10
Very Good
(155)
- Serene lakeside retreat with nearby Michigan beaches and hiking trails.
The price is CNY446
CNY446
CNY651 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant
3.0 star property
Frankfort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (817)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(817)
- Unwind in Northern Michigan near Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes.
The price is CNY914
CNY914
CNY1,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Harbor Lights Resort
Harbor Lights Resort
2.5 star property
Frankfort
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (675)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(675)
- Lakefront retreat with a marina and indoor pool for year-round relaxation.
Sugarloaf Chalet 3BDR Loft 2510
Sugarloaf Chalet 3BDR Loft 2510
3.0 star property
Cedar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(3)
- Lakeside retreat with easy access to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
The price is CNY1,768
CNY1,768
CNY3,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
A Breath of Heaven B&B
A Breath of Heaven B&B
3.0 star property
Traverse City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(15)
- Quaint B&B retreat near Lake Michigan with hot tub and complimentary breakfast.
The price is CNY1,759
CNY1,759
CNY1,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Green Lawn
Green Lawn
2.5 star property
Grawn
- Secluded Grawn residence with kitchen island, washer, and free parking awaits.
The price is CNY483
CNY483
CNY4,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Tru By Hilton Traverse City
Tru By Hilton Traverse City
2.5 star property
Traverse City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (388)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(388)
- Unwind near Lake Michigan with a free breakfast and modern fitness amenities.
The price is CNY569
CNY569
CNY631 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City
2.5 star property
Traverse City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (75)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(75)
- Escape to Northern Michigan's waterfront paradise in scenic Traverse City.
The price is CNY687
CNY687
CNY762 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Spark by Hilton Traverse City
Spark by Hilton Traverse City
2.5 star property
Traverse City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (63)
8.8/10
Excellent
(63)
- Cozy hotel near Lake Michigan with tranquil rooms and convenient amenities.
The price is CNY460
CNY460
CNY510 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Leland Lodge
Leland Lodge
2.5 star property
Leland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (510)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(510)
- Savor golf and lakeside tranquility within reach of Michigan's pristine shores.
The price is CNY987
CNY987
CNY1,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City
Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City
3.0 star property
Traverse City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (106)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(106)
The price is CNY626
CNY626
CNY695 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Budget hotels in Empire and vicinity
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1748)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1748)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (584)
8.6/10
Excellent
(584)
The price is CNY372
CNY372
CNY413 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City
Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City2.5 star property
Traverse City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2256)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(2256)
The price is CNY426
CNY426
CNY473 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Super 8 by Wyndham Traverse City
Super 8 by Wyndham Traverse City2.0 star property
Triangle Neighborhood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
8.2/10
Very Good
(1002)
The price is CNY435
CNY435
CNY483 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (916)
8.4/10
Very Good
(916)
The price is CNY383
CNY383
CNY426 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City2.0 star property
Indian Woods
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1001)
The price is CNY435
CNY435
CNY483 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (63)
8.8/10
Excellent
(63)
The price is CNY460
CNY460
CNY510 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1801)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1801)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (165)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(165)
The price is CNY518
CNY518
CNY575 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(7)
Pointes North Beachfront Hotel – 2 Person Spa Tub Studios
Pointes North Beachfront Hotel – 2 Person Spa Tub Studios2.5 star property
Traverse City
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
8.2/10
Very Good
(1000)
The price is CNY498
CNY498
CNY578 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Traverse City
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Traverse City2.0 star property
Traverse City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
7.8/10
Good
(1001)
The price is CNY486
CNY486
CNY539 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2319)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(2319)
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (84)
8.2/10
Very Good
(84)
The price is CNY603
CNY603
CNY670 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (155)
8.4/10
Very Good
(155)
The price is CNY446
CNY446
CNY651 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1005)
The price is CNY432
CNY432
CNY494 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
7.4/10
Good
(1001)
The price is CNY518
CNY518
CNY574 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2458)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(2458)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127)
8.8/10
Excellent
(127)
The price is CNY561
CNY561
CNY623 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (281)
8.6/10
Excellent
(281)
The price is CNY548
CNY548
CNY874 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Go beyond your typical stay in Empire
Pet friendly
Apartment
Family friendly
Cottage
When is the best time to visit Empire?
When is the best time to visit Empire?Our prices for hotels in Empire are cheapest in February
When is the best time to visit Empire?
When is the best time to visit Empire?
Our prices for hotels in Empire are cheapest in February
Price trends for hotels in Empire
Pricing is based on two traveler single night rates
Currently viewing crowd sizes and weather for December.
Typical weather for Empire
December
Low crowds
High 1°C / low -3°C. Snow likely.
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December, Low crowds, average high temperature 1 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -3 degrees Celsius. Snow likely.
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January, Low crowds, average high temperature -3 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -7 degrees Celsius. Snow likely.
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February, Low crowds, average high temperature -3 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -8 degrees Celsius. Snow likely.
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March, Low crowds, average high temperature 3 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -4 degrees Celsius. Snow likely.
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April, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 8 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 1 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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May, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 7 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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June, High crowds, average high temperature 20 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 12 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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July, High crowds, average high temperature 23 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 16 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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August, High crowds, average high temperature 23 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 16 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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September, High crowds, average high temperature 20 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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October, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 13 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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November, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 6 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 2 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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Monthly weather averages (˚C)
Top neighborhoods in Empire
Downtown Mmpire
Empire's Downtown Mmpire neighborhood offers attractions including Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
Top landmarks in Empire
Learn more about Empire
Empire is well-known for its attractions such as Lake Michigan and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. This welcoming city has something for everyone including sights like Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Little Glen Lake within a scenic setting.
Check out reviews of Empire hotels guests love
Tru By Hilton Traverse City
10/10 Excellent
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it is always a very positive experience. Very clean and cute, and straight forward information and signage. Look forward to staying again soon. "
Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City
10/10 Excellent
"Yes"
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very friendly. Room had a view of the west bay. Liked it only had a shower, and not a tub/shower. Only drawback…while lying in bed, looked up and there were cobb webs in the corner. Easy fix for the room cleaners!"
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was convenient and adequate."
Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City
10/10 Excellent
"Friendly front desk staff"
Bayshore Resort
10/10 Excellent
"Good"
Empire Lakeshore Inn
10/10 Excellent
"Spotless room comfortable bed great stay even in the dead of winter "
Seasons Inn Traverse City
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was clean and in its place. The only suggestion i would have is to give direction on working the shower drain or "
Park Place Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. "
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hotel room cost in Empire?
You can find top hotels in Empire from CNY510 with options to suit your budget and needs. If you're after an affordable hotel in Empire that meets all of your requirements, set your filters and then sort the results by "Price: low to high".
How can I find deals and earn rewards at Empire hotels?
Discover great deals on Empire hotel stays with Hotels.com. It's also a good idea to look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as you're likely to find off-peak deals. And make sure to check out our last-minute deals on Empire hotels.
Can I book Empire hotels with free cancellation?
In order to book a refundable Empire hotel, simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are some of the best Empire hotels with free parking?
If you're exploring by car, finding a great Empire hotel with free parking is a win. Our travelers' favorites include:
- The Cottonwood Inn B&B: A bed & breakfast with an average guest rating of 9.6 out of 10
- Empire Lakeshore Inn: A motel with an average guest rating of 8.8
- Maple Lane Empire: A motel with an average guest rating of 8.6
What are some popular hotels in central Empire?
If you're looking for hotels in central Empire, check out The Cottonwood Inn B&B. Travelers love The Cottonwood Inn B&B for its location, as well as the free full breakfast, free parking and furnished patios this bed & breakfast offers. When you stay at one of these central hotels, you'll be in easy reach of top sights including Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
What accommodations do travelers like in Empire?
Empire Lakeshore Inn is an accommodation that is popular with guests.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Empire?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Empire, most properties offer refundable* rates you can book. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where should I consider staying in Empire if I'm looking for a budget-friendly accommodation?
An inexpensive option worth considering is Dune Climb Inn.
Where can I stay in Empire if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 72 vacation homes. You can also consider one of the 8 cottages for your trip.
What will the weather in Empire be like during my trip?
The warmest months in Empire are usually August and July with an average temp of 64°F. February and January are the chilliest months when the average temp is 27°F. The rainiest months are October and April.
Why should I book my Empire hotel through Hotels.com?
There are plenty of reasons to book your Empire travel with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels gives you the flexibility you're looking for, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™* on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.
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