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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 | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Point of interest
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

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 | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Double Beds Annex | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Beds Annex

Highlights

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

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Deluxe King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King Bed

Highlights

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

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King Bed Annex | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Bed Annex

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Designer toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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11730 S. Lacore Rd, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Little Glen Lake - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 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. 524 out of 913 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 913 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 913 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 913 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 913 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

Love this place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very nice and clean room. Here for two nights and would definitely recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Nice quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

We had a lovely meal at a local bar before heading down to the lake to watch the sunset (amazing!). Was a great location for our tour around Lake Michigan
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Nice and new.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Besides extremly loud neighbors, property was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Fantastic. Newly refurbished or furnished. Was immaculate.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

It was a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Fantastic place. Newly updated and nice and clean. Nothing super special, but who wants to stay in your room all day when you’re in such a beautiful area. Very close to the beach, places to eat, etc. Used it as a jumping point for the airport, even though it was a pretty good distance away. Definitely recommend. Be aware this is an older style motel where your room opens up to the outside and your car is parked out there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Nearly new and nice basic accommodation. If I ever needed to be near Empire or Sleeping Bear Dunes I wouldn’t hesitate to rebook it. Only one negative, the walls are not well sound insulated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

Beautiful area, great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

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

Lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

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

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

8/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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