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Maple Lane Empire

2.5 star property
Escape to the shores of Lake Michigan where scenic views meet modern convenience.

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Upper Carriage House
Lower Carriage House | Private kitchen
Upper Carriage House
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Near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Maple Lane Empire offers a tranquil retreat with in-room WiFi and a serene garden. Guests can unwind with barbecue grills, enjoy convenient express check-in and out options, park their vehicles for free. The helpful staff has earned top marks from previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Private beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Kayaking

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Bath or shower
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free self-parking
  • Free toiletries
The current price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar

Room options

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King Kitchenette

King Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Microwave
Toaster
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Lower Carriage House

Lower Carriage House

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Microwave
Toaster
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

King (Full Sleeper Sofa) - ADA Accessible

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Upper Carriage House

Upper Carriage House

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Room (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Queen Double Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Microwave
Toaster
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (895)
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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About the area

Map
8720 S Dorsey Rd, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 2 min walk
  • Glen Lake - 19 min walk
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 3 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 4 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 10 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Maple Lane Empire

At Maple Lane Empire, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Free self-parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with on-site kayaking. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email 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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Private beach nearby

Services

  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: 4.0 per cent of room rate
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Beach access
    • In-room coffee
    • Internet access (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Maple Lane Empire?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Maple Lane Empire?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Maple Lane Empire?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Maple Lane Empire and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Maple Lane Empire like?

Maple Lane Empire is a short 2-minute walk from Little Glen Lake and 19 minutes' walk from Glen Lake. Travellers give top marks for the motel's prime location.

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Maple Lane Empire Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay.
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Nice and convenient hotel. I would stay again
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed my stay.
Debra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place and pet friendly
Cute place to stay for that 1950s roadtrip motel experience. Very nice place to stay, right in the middle of sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore area. Very clean accommodations, convenient check-in process. Traveling with my pet was very nice and convenient to stay here.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is really close to sleeping bear
Anna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Love this place
I love this hotel. Right at the bottom of sleeping bear dunes. 2 minutes from glen lake. Has canoes and kayaks. Very comfortable.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleased with our accommodation at maple Lane. Would absolutely stay again!
Gloria, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice little hidden gem that is conveniently located.
Karry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very accommodating. The place was clean And had all the amenities that you would need. Enjoyed sitting on the beach and Glen Lake.
Timothy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quaint motel with basics! Excellent proximity to the beach!
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I loved the location of this little hotel—it was within walking distance of the lake, less than a minute. The rooms were spacious and clean. I was there with my dog, and he had a terrific time. You can use the hotel kayaks, which is a plus.
Clara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved access to the beautiful lake!
Dwayne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fire pit with wood, volleyball court, private bench and pier at lake short distance away, close to Sleeping bear dunes
Carolee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice spot near sleeping bear dunes
Convenient to sleeping bear dunes and lake area
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Every thing is good!good place to stay if you visit the sleeping bear dunes,if the lodge offers a hair dryer will be perfect.
Xiu, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good sleep after lake
Comfortable bed, worked for exactly what we wanted - a place to lay our head after spending all day at the lake. Location is ideal for that.
Adam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Glen Arbor Vacation
A very nice updated hotel just a few minutes from Empire or Glen Arbor. Easy to get in and to leave. The room was very quiet.
Gary, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a convenient place to stay for a night. Nothing fancy except the price.
Patrick, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We appreciated the ease of check in. Our room was VERY clean and comfortable, homey feel. By comparison to other places, I wished the beds were a bit softer, but loved the cool cotton sheets. Loved access to the kayaks and canoe down at the end of the street. Loved the close proximity to Sleeping Bear Lakeshore and Glen Arbor.
Laura, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pricy room on the shore, paying for location. Older property that had been renovated. Shower was small.
Shelley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I would come back to Maple Lane!
Maple Lane was a beautiful, quiet place to stay steps away from Glen Lake. The owners were very kind.
Brittany, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean. Very safe. Pet friendly. Easy walk to beach/dock area.
Sarah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Maple Lane is the perfect place for people who want to do lakeside rustic cabin rentals but are too bougie for that. It is quaint and quiet with an “old world” feel while also having easy lake access and a very walkable neighborhood. I thought I would feel weird about not having staff on site but it actually added to the camping adjacent feel. We loved our time here!
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was clean and kept up well, and it had a small kitchenette that allowed us to bring our own food and cook dinner there. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the location was only minutes from many of the spots we wanted to visit at Sleeping Bear Dunes. We are already looking forward to returning next year!
Sarah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy check in at arrival, great location and super clean rooms!
Linda, 3-night trip