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Maple Lane Empire

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for Maple Lane Empire

A wooden deck with a sign reading "Maple Lane Resort Guests Only."
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a barbecue grill.
A two-story building with a clock, a sign indicating an office, and a garden area with plants and a pathway.
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, a microwave, a stove, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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8720 S Dorsey Rd, Empire, MI, 49630
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Glen Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Kitchenette

A compact hotel room with a single bed, a small sofa, a kitchenette, and a ceiling fan.

King Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Room (Pet Friendly)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view.

Classic Room (Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Upper Carriage House

A room with a sloped ceiling, a ceiling fan, a bed with a wooden headboard, and a window with a view of trees.

Upper Carriage House

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

View all photos for Classic Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view.

Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Pet Friendly)

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, two beds with striped bedding, a ceiling fan, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Classic Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Pet Friendly)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lower Carriage House

A cozy room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets, and a view of greenery outside.

Lower Carriage House

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King (Full Sleeper Sofa) - ADA Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a microwave.

King (Full Sleeper Sofa) - ADA Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Queen Double Kitchenette

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Queen Double Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television mounted on the wall.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a microwave.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Empire

At Maple Lane Empire you'll be within steps of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Little Glen Lake. Highlights at this motel include a nearby private beach and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly motel offers a garden, barbecues and a picnic area. Plus you'll find express check-in and express check-out. .With a stay at this Empire motel, you'll be 8.4 km (5.2 mi) from Lake Michigan.
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What's nearby

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glen Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Crystal River - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 13 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Maple Lane Empire

A private beach is featured. As a guest of Maple Lane Empire, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Maple Lane Empire also features express check-in and express check-out. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Empire motel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Maple Lane Empire offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Empire Lakeshore Inn
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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 1,000 reviews
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Empire Lakeshore Inn

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 4.0 per cent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

M22 Empire
M22 Inn Empire
Maple Lane Empire Motel
Maple Lane Empire Empire
Maple Lane Empire Motel Empire

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Maple Lane Empire?

Yep, Maple Lane Empire has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Maple Lane Empire?

As of 3 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maple Lane Empire on 1 Nov 2026 start from AU$182, including 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Maple Lane Empire?

No, Maple Lane Empire does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Maple Lane Empire?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Maple Lane Empire Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 307 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY CLEAN! Could see Glen Lake from the road; Short drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake Shore along Lake Michigan! Friendly staff and easy to check in and check out, with no hidden fees!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

The room was very clean and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a quiet and peaceful time on Glen Lake. Cloudy and cool but restful all the same.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in at arrival, great location and super clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our visit. It was a safe and quiet area with nice access to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very pleased with our accommodation at maple Lane. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Glen Arbor quick trip

It was in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Nice and convenient hotel. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Off season, the room was immaculate and the beds were comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy, convenient check in, and host was great. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property and super close to the dunes and other great recreation areas! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The showers are not tall people friendly haha. I’m 6’4 and didn’t really have a fun time in there. It’s very small in general. But besides that the experience was perfect. Rooms were cleaned to perfection, they soap, and conditioner that worked well. They also had coffee which was nice even though I don’t drink, as well as an itinerary for the area in the room. Had such a peaceful time I actually didn’t even meet a single member of the staff due to how easy it was. 5 stars for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hidden gem that is conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here the past 3 years. The room was very clean so the cleaning staff continues to do a great job. This year the mattress was terrible in our room, there was a constant clanking noise as from the floor radiator that would not stop and we had to play white noise on the phone. The neighbors checked in after 1am and would not be quiet until after 2am. I actually considered going to sleep in my car. We left a day early and found another place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location to visit the sleeping bear and Glen Arbor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice spot near sleeping bear dunes

Convenient to sleeping bear dunes and lake area
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint motel with basics! Excellent proximity to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loved access to the beautiful lake!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location!

This was a very nice location for touring the area. Very comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is really close to sleeping bear
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

We had a very good experience. Everything was within driving distance. Very clean!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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