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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 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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- Virginia
United States
“The hotel is a smaller quaint motel. It's right next to the Sleepy Bear Dunes Visitor Center. It's charming, super clean, and the staff is very, very friendly.” - Heather
United States
“Great location and walking distance to everywhere we wanted to go on our short visit. Room exceeded expectations for a motel in a small town. Room was spacious, clean and had all the amenities ( small fridge, coffee machine, water bottles,...” - Adventure
United States
“Very clean and I am very picky because I used to be a maid.” - Elizabeth
United States
“no breakfast at this location which was totally ok, we were able to make oatmeal with the microwave and use the mini fridge that was provided.” - Diana
United States
“It was fairly clean, nothing broken or needing urgent updating. Easy to get there, quiet and safe area. Good blinds, great A/C.” - Annette
United States
“Very clean, excellent area, and great room for the price.” - Megan
United States
“Great location Good WiFi Very clean. Fun parks and attractions and lake near by. Neat run routes.” - Kathleen
United States
“The staff went above and beyond to accommodate our early check in request.” - Susanne
United States
“Very clean and right next to the entrance of the national park. Check in process was convenient.” - Mike
United States
“The owners were very helpful and very nice. They answered all our questions and helped us find a great place to eat in the area. It was a clean and comfortable room with all the amenities we needed. The housekeeping staff was excellent and very...”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
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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.