Book a Empire Resort

Longing for a relaxing getaway? You deserve the luxuries and comforts of a resort, where you can find everything you need for your trip—from convenient dining options to activities and shopping. Browse the resort options in the area and discover the best one for you, whether you see yourself kicking back in a suite with stunning views or hitting the golf course for an afternoon game.

Here are our top-rated resorts near Empire: Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City - Family-friendly resort. 21 mi (33.7 km) from Empire. Features 3 restaurants, 4 indoor pools and a free water park. Benzonia Rustic Resort - 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Empire. Access to free self-parking.

Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum offers fun for the whole family, while Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of the most popular places to visit nearby. If you want more to do in the area, you can spend time at Lake Michigan or Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive.

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -3°C. The snowiest months in Empire are January, November, March and February, with each month seeing an average of 39 cm of snowfall.

Fly into Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital), which is located 24.2 mi (38.9 km) from the heart of the city. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.