Maple Lane Empire

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January 2025

February 2025

Upper Carriage House | WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Parking included

Explore the area

8720 S Dorsey Rd, Empire, MI, 49630

Little Glen Lake
2 min walk
Glen Lake
19 min walk
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive
3 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
50 min drive

Room options

King Kitchenette

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Lower Carriage House

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Pet Friendly)

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King (Full Sleeper Sofa) - ADA Accessible

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Carriage House

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

Classic Room (Pet Friendly)

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Queen Double Kitchenette

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Pet-friendly

Parking included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

Motel with a nearby private beach, near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Express check-in, express check-out and a garden are available at this motel. Self parking is free. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.

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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Maple Lane Empire's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Little Glen Lake. Free self-parking is available.

Free self-parking
Services include a virtual front desk
On-site recreation includes kayaking
Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
Just a 4-minute drive from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 9 minutes from Lake Michigan
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

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.

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

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: 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

This property does not have a front desk. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

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

Maple Lane Empire 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

8/10 Good

Clara, Carmel

20 Sept 2024

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

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

8/10 Good

Shelley, Arden

Travelled with partner

17 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pricy room on the shore, paying for location. Older property that had been renovated. Shower was small.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carolee

Travelled with group

11 Sept 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Julie

Travelled with partner

5 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This place was perfect for a night on our way to backpack in north Manitou, but I would consider it for a multi night stay exploring sleeping bear dunes. Empire is cute and has some dining options. There is also a small beach and sitting area on the lake for the resort. Just a tiny walk away for the room. Kitchenete and fridge, ice machine. Everything you need. Shower is very small and air conditioner loud but not a big deal for us.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

3 Sept 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with family

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It is really close to sleeping bear

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emir

1 Sept 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with partner

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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

Travelled with group

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

21 Aug 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Donnalee, Taylor

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with family

17 Aug 2024

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

Time out!

My wife and I and our furry kid stayed two nights and loved it! First time to the area, we want to come back! Clean, quiet and out of the way. Their beach was near by with kayaks available. Fire pit and grills available for guests as well. Thanks

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Debra

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Enjoyed my stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place to stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with pets

16 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Ina

12 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donald

Travelled with family

2 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

30 Jul 2024

The Room Does The Job

We used the room for sleeping only so it does the job. The motel is very very close to Glen Lake which was the draw for us. It is old and could use updating. They don't offer in stay cleaning so that wasn't ideal. They do have a nice backyard area with a fire pit and games.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen, Davision

27 Jul 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Travelled with family

26 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Verified traveller

26 Jul 2024

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

Perfect little weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay! The location was perfect for us. We really appreciated how the grounds were well kept and all of the nice flowers that were planted. The kayaks on the lake were so fun. And the lake being just a short walk away was really convenient. Having the fire pit and volleyball court were also nice. Everyone was super friendly whenever we saw them. And we loved how quiet the area was. Overall, it was a wonderful weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024