Maple Lane Empire

Motel with private beach, near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Upper Carriage House | WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

King Kitchenette | WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

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.

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
Bathtub or shower
Barbecue grill(s)
Free self parking
Free toiletries

CNY917 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Tomorrow

Oct 6 - Oct 7

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 11 of 11 rooms

King Kitchenette

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Microwave

Stovetop

Toaster

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room (Pet Friendly)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Pet friendly

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upper Carriage House

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Microwave

Oven

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Stovetop

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Classic Room

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Microwave

Stovetop

Toaster

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Lower Carriage House

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Microwave

Oven

Cookware/dishes/utensils

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King (Full Sleeper Sofa) - ADA Accessible

Very good

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen Double Kitchenette

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Microwave

Stovetop

Toaster

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Similar properties

Family Suite (2 BR) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

CNY977 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

About the neighborhood

8720 S Dorsey Rd, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

Little Glen Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Glen Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 14 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min drive
‪The Mill - ‬8 min drive
‪Art's Tavern - ‬6 min drive
‪Boonedocks - ‬6 min drive
‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Maple Lane Empire

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

At a glance

Hotel size

- 25 rooms

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 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

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

Pets

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

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

Barbecue grills

What to do

Kayaking
Canoe
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

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

WiFi

Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Resort fee: 4.0 percent 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 elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

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

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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 like 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. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.