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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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Kayaking
Lower Carriage House | Private kitchen
Upper Carriage House
Lake
Upper Carriage House

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 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
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8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 895 reviews
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 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

Motel near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Maple Lane Empire provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and barbecues
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Maple Lane Empire include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More amenities include:
  • Baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

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)

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 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

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 Maple Lane Empire pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maple Lane Empire on 9 Mar 2025 start from NZ$190.89, 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.

How much is parking at Maple Lane Empire?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Maple Lane Empire?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Maple Lane Empire?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Maple Lane Empire located?

Situated in Empire, this motel is steps from Little Glen Lake and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Maple Lane Empire Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 259 reviews

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 Excellent

Richard

Off season, the room was immaculate and the beds were comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Debra

Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

It is really close to sleeping bear
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

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

8/10 Good

Karry

Nice little hidden gem that is conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Very accommodating. The place was clean And had all the amenities that you would need. Enjoyed sitting on the beach and Glen Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Quaint motel with basics! Excellent proximity to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Clara

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

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

8/10 Good

Carolee

Fire pit with wood, volleyball court, private bench and pier at lake short distance away, close to Sleeping bear dunes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Nice spot near sleeping bear dunes
Convenient to sleeping bear dunes and lake area
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Xiu

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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

It was a convenient place to stay for a night. Nothing fancy except the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shelley

Pricy room on the shore, paying for location. Older property that had been renovated. Shower was small.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Very nice and clean. Very safe. Pet friendly. Easy walk to beach/dock area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024