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Empire Lakeshore Inn

2.5 star property
Sandy fun near Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Empire Bluff Trail

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Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds
Point of interest
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, towels, soap

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Double Beds Annex

2 Double Beds Annex

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe King Bed

Deluxe King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Bed Annex

King Bed Annex

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Designer toiletries
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
11730 S. Lacore Rd, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Food For Thought - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Friendly Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tiffany's Ice Cream - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Empire Lakeshore Inn

Motel near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Located close to Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Empire Bluff Trail, Empire Lakeshore Inn provides a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Empire Lakeshore Inn include perks such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1987
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [11626 S. Sunset Drive Michigan]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 25.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Empire Lakeshore Inn
Empire Lakeshore
Empire Lakeshore Inn Motel
Empire Lakeshore Inn Empire
Empire Lakeshore Inn Motel Empire

Frequently asked questions

Is Empire Lakeshore Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Empire Lakeshore Inn?

As of Mar 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Lakeshore Inn on Apr 6, 2025 start from CA $152.93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Empire Lakeshore Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Empire Lakeshore Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Empire Lakeshore Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Empire Lakeshore Inn located?

Located in the heart of Empire, this beach motel is within a 15-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Empire Bluff Trail and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Empire Lakeshore Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 897 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 897 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 897 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 897 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 897 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

It was a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Very nice room, well run.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara

Sweet little place to stay while visiting Route 22 this fall, everything was just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

We love Empires so loved this little inn that is conveniently located at edge of town and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Very nice small hotel with friendly staff and a quiet place to relax and just a few minute walk to beach access at the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Cute, quiet motel like accommodations close to M22 and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore visitor center. Great place to stay for discovering the Northern Lower Peninsula of Michigan.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

The hotel was easily accessible. Rooms were spacious and service was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Everything about this place was first rate. The town of Empire is quaint and the surrounding area offers all kinds of wonderful opportunities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Beautiful area, great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter or Susan

They take dogs, very clean and quiet. Close to gas station.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Perfect location!! The beach was great! The staff were very friendly!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Not much around the property store wise and dining but the room itself was great and we were very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Close to sleeping bear dunes and beautiful beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard

Very clean and quiet.ground are well kept
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

The property is right next door to the Sleeping Bear Dunes visitors centre. It was clean and quiet, easy walking to the restaurants and beach in Empire. Check-in / out was straightforward.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Very clean, nice room, easy check in and check out process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth A

Very clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Great location to Empire Beach and Sleeping Bear Dunes
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Peaceful Stay
Always a very clean, quiet stay. With a short walk to a very clean beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Very new clean quiet and centrally located. Property was well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci L.

This hotel is beyond clean, new and such a warm welcome and pleasant surprise. Very friendly and perfect location for what we wanted to see and do while in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024