Dune Climb Inn

Property class: 2
Empire hotel in national park

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Dune Climb Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
The current price is $107
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

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A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and window.

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden paneled wall, a bed with a green blanket, a grey sofa, and three framed pictures.

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with wooden paneling, a bed with white bedding, a desk with a chair, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Superior Studio (SWS)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Superior Studio (SWB)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a white headboard, a bedside table, and a ceiling fan.

Family Suite (2 BR)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, and three paintings on the wall.

Family Suite (1 BR)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7194 S Dune Hwy, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Front Street - 39 min drive - 54.9 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 40 min drive - 61.3 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 46 min drive - 62.6 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Dune Climb Inn

  • Dune Climb Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
3:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

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

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Dune Climb Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Pet owners can bring their pets and enjoy a convenient, pet-friendly stay. (4 reviews)
  • The property offers great proximity to beautiful county beaches. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Get place to stay close to dunes and trail, also their bikes are great for the trail.
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6/10 Good

The motels location was perfect for exploring the Dunes. However, this is elevated camping with wifi, coffee, TV and small bit acceptable private baths. If this is what you are looking for, you will love it.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cozy, calm and quiet. We had a relaxing stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Tired mom of 4 snuck away for some r&r. Great proximity to the beautiful county beaches, cozy simple clean room. Would definitely come again - with or without the family :)
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10/10 Exceptional

Family friendly, right on the Heritage Bike path, and within walking distance to The Dune Climb. The community room was a wonderful ammenity.
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6/10 Good

Room #8 could have been cleaner. Bugs in the overhead light fixture and cobwebs in the room. Location was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

Super convenient location for visiting sleeping Bear dunes. Staff was very nice and friendly. We were able to enjoy the fire pits in the backyard. Rooms are very clean.
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8/10 Very good

This motel was well maintained and clean, appliances were new, the bed had a foam mattress. It was still rustic, though. There were a couple of spiders outside our door in the morning. Acorns (I think) hit the roof overnight, making a pretty loud noise. Someone came in late, and had aloud conversation at 10pm. They did go inside around 10:45, thankfully. There is a community center with a kitchen and some basic food.
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8/10 Very good

Perfect location, room was clean and staff was super responsive, would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay plus the bed was super comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

It is a nice, clean, comfortable place to stay. We would stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfy beds and pillows.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location; great historic/retro road trip vibe.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean and close to the dunes
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, and cozy for me and my pet. Loved it!
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient to all attractions, rustic but lovely. Loved the cottage feel
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10/10 Exceptional

Very conveniently located.. We did silver river kayaking, dune climb and sleeping bear dune climb at scenic drive. All are within 2-3 miles distance and we were able to come back in middle of day after one activity to relax a bit, wash off sand, take shower .. which was very nice... Owner was excellent too.. We reached very late and office was closed. She kept curtains off and lights on. Sent me text that room is kept ready ans key is hung inside room.. We were bit worried at first on how to reach out as there was no phone network in the area
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8/10 Very good

Rooms were clean and had a nice retro look to them. Was nice that they had a fire pit area and chairs to hang out in outside.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Beautiful sky at night.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful management for check in and out. Also quiet. Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes! Bed very comfortable.
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8/10 Very good

Convenient place to stay to explore Sleeping Bear Dunes. The room was fine, the bedroom area was very nice. The bathroom was good but could use some updating.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great roadside inn. Room was cozy and perfect. I visited in winter when most tourist amenities are closed, so glad this inn stays open. Fridge, microwave, and fully-stocked coffee machine were very helpful. Everything was clean and staff was very nice to leave the light on for me when I told them I was arriving late at night. I will definitely stay here again. Thank you!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Great amenities like borrowing bikes and having a common room available for use (stove, dishes, utensils, etc.). Perfect location to dunes.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property. Great location. Very clean and comfortable beds. Very helpful staff as well.
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10/10 Exceptional

I liked the shared kitchen and outdoor spaces. The location was fantastic