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Dune Climb Inn

2.0 star property
Empire hotel in national park

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Children's play area - outdoor
Superior Studio (SWS) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Suite (1 BR) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Aerial view
Family Suite (2 BR) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Dune Climb Inn, nestled within a national park, invites you to rejuvenate with its 2024 revitalized charm. Roast marshmallows over the firepit or explore nearby trails on a free bicycle rental. With in-room WiFi and meeting rooms available, this hotel offers adventure and convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Near the beach
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Meeting rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Picnic area
  • Charcoal grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Yard
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Charcoal grill(s)
The current price is $122
includes taxes & fees
$115 per night
Mar 16 - Mar 17

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Superior Studio (SWB) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio (SWB)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (BDS) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (BDS)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Studio (SS) | Bathroom | Towels

Standard Studio (SS)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite (2 BR) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite (2 BR)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Family Suite (1 BR) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite (1 BR)

Highlights

Yard
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Superior Studio (SWS) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio (SWS)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2024
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7194 S Dune Hwy, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Glen Lake - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Dune Climb Inn

Dune Climb Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Charcoal grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1937
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Yard

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Dune Climb Inn Hotel
Dune Climb Inn Empire
Dune Climb Inn Hotel Empire

Frequently asked questions

Does Dune Climb Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dune Climb Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Dune Climb Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 150 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Dune Climb Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dune Climb Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Dune Climb Inn and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like cycling and hiking. Dune Climb Inn also has a picnic area.

Does Dune Climb Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around Dune Climb Inn like?

Dune Climb Inn is located a short 4-minute walk from Little Glen Lake.

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Dune Climb Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfy beds and pillows.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location; great historic/retro road trip vibe.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful, rustic stay. Will stay again.
Shirley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Inn was located in the perfect spot to get places, but be outside the busy areas. The room was very cozy and the bed was extremely comfortable. The community room was great.
Brett, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the shared kitchen and outdoor spaces. The location was fantastic
Cherrie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Motel room was clean, comfortable bed and hot water in shower. Property had a nice community room, grills and fire pit areas. Very convenient for enjoying Sleeping Bear Dunes area. We would stay again.
Joy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property. Great location. Very clean and comfortable beds. Very helpful staff as well.
Roger, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place for hikers.
Basic but very nice. Comfortable and convenient. Great place to stay to hike in the area.
Naomi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place very close to Dunes and Park
Horace, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very accommodating. We arrived early and they quickly finished preparations and let us in early.
Pam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the perfect spot for quick trip to the dunes. Great location. Quiet and clean
Stefania, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was adorable! It also smelled very clean when we entered our room.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good stay, and would do it again. Staff was great. Very clean. Bathroom sink needs to be replaced, and bathroom could use exhaust fan. Common room was cozy and inviting. Very to close to nearby attractions.
Adam, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Close to dunes. Quiet and very comfortable. Refrigerator in cabin 5 was not working.
STEPHEN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed spending time with our dog and walking the trails. The dune climb and driving trail were both close by. Our room was very comfortable. We spent our meal time in the community room. It was nice to have a spot to eat.
Mechelle R, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rustic Getaway in the Woods
Perfect spot for anyone planning to spend time in Sleeping Bear or just traveling on M22! Very rustic and humble, it allows you to spend time in nature away from light pollution and people. We were able to see the Northern Lights while sitting next to a bonfire that we built with wood supplied by the hosts. Absolutely perfect spot. If you're wary of spiders, be prepared.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There was zero cellular reception around the Inn. Thankfully the WiFi worked amazing.
Mir, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location for the Dunes and Glen Arbor. Some upgrades to the property have been made like new TV, fridge, and microwave, but the bathroom really needs an update. Communication was good and everything was in order for our stay. Area is quiet. I would stay here again.
Tony, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It’s calm , Convenient more nature around. Needs little more cleaning specially in the community center should be every day. Anyway it was good stay.
may, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really nice spot, with access to dunes. Room was mostly clean, with minor dust and some cobwebs in bathroom. Really thin walls! Can hear neighbors TV, door slamming in the morning when they left! Could use better black out curtains for windows and in bathroom (completely see through). Overall, really good location and Was able to bring my dog 🐶
Michelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We should have gotten one of the larger rooms. We didn't realize how small the room we got was.
Kathryn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This was just as advertised. Great location. Good place to stay if you are traveling with pets. Manager is responsive, but not on premises. This was a problem when I locked myself out the room with phone and dog inside. Fortunately, Service person for septic cleaning was there and called Manager who did appear to unlock the door within a half hour.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kevim has done a great job renovating the Dune Climb Inn since he purchased it in April. Very comfortable bed and beautiful surroundings. You are on a bike path that can take you to the Glen Haven Beach and Dune Climb Park as well as other area attractions. It has a fire pit and outdoor furniture. Only negative was the shower. It was small and has yellow stains. It also forms a puddle at the bottom as it runs.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

great location
Could be an amazing place but falls short of that. Love the location between Empire and Glen Arbor right on the Heritage bike trail. Attention to detail is lacking. The ceiling fan in our unit had no control over the speed or the overhead light on the fan. The smoke alarm was removed. A floor lamp in the room next to the only chair would be nice. Though overall cleanliness of the unit was fine, a deep cleaning would be beneficial. The grounds of the property overgrown and unkempt. We would likely stay here again however it would not be our first choice
Gregory, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Yaoyao, 2-night trip