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A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, a desk, and a chair.

A buffet with labeled sections for cheese omelet, egg white & veggie omelet, pork sausage, turkey sausage, sausage gravy, and biscuits.

A living room with a Christmas tree, fireplace, and red armchairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by red chairs and tables, and large windows allowing natural light.

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

1 km from Watkins Lake

Joshua

฿3,826

฿4,227 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a grill, and a view of the sunset.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a breakfast bar, and various kitchen appliances.

A modern hotel lobby with blue seating, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

2. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

Tamara

฿3,960

฿4,376 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a sink, dishwasher, and coffee maker.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, sink, and a built-in dishwasher.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, green armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a vending machine, and a bookshelf.

3. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

16.3 km from Watkins Lake

John

฿3,394

฿3,751 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered entryway, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and luggage carts.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator. There are food items on the counter and a coffee station.

A swimming pool with clear markings, a sunlit room with a view, and a reception area with chairs and a counter.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

8.3 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

฿3,166

฿3,733 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

A swimming pool with clear water, a tiled deck, and a sunlit interior.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a television.

A breakfast bar with a chalkboard sign, kitchen appliances, and a fruit display.

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

15 km from Watkins Lake

Barbara

฿3,965

฿4,381 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a seating area, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a kitchenette in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and a seating area with chairs.

A modern lobby with a wooden wall, a patterned rug, and seating areas.

6. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

Kevin

฿3,994

฿4,413 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A courtyard with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a building entrance.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, metal chairs, and a menu board in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a digital display board, comfortable seating, and a well-organized reception area.

A hotel reception desk with two monitors, a Dell printer, and a laptop.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Albert

฿3,594

฿3,972 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A self-service beverage station with a variety of drinks, snacks, and a refrigerated section.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a hanging chair, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot in front.

A modern hotel reception area with a curved wooden counter, large windows, and a visible 'Hilton' sign.

8. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Victoria

฿3,109

฿3,436 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a curved driveway, multiple entry points, and well-lit exterior.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows, and a view of the outside building.

An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a poolside lounge.

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "SONESTA Select" and a well-maintained lawn area.

9. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10.4 km from Watkins Lake

Shaquille

฿2,953

฿3,263 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, a glass door entrance, and a built-in fireplace.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and storage cabinets.

A bar area with multiple seating options, including round tables and bar stools, and a counter with a variety of bottles.

10. Holiday Inn & Suites Farmington Hills - Detroit NW by IHG

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Katrina

฿3,155

฿3,486 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A lakeside dock with a boat and chairs, a sandy beach, and a wooden deck.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel stove, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A room with a bed, a small table, a kitchenette, and a window with blinds.

A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

11. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

5.3 km from Watkins Lake

Chris

฿3,576

฿3,791 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

A modern hotel dining area with hexagonal pendant lights, a central dining table, and a bar counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved seating area, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

12. SpringHill Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

11.7 km from Watkins Lake

Michelle

฿4,198

฿4,639 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large blue and orange chevron-patterned rug, a fireplace, and a seating area with colorful chairs.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled floor, and blue chairs along the side.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two green armchairs, a red ottoman, and a patterned rug.

A clean, modern hotel room with a coffee station, mini-fridge, and snack shelves.

13. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

฿4,612

฿5,143 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Hilton Garden Inn."

A hotel dining area with long wooden tables and orange leather chairs, a fireplace, and a large painting on the wall.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

20 km from Watkins Lake

Judson

฿3,394

฿3,870 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the wall.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A modern office space with a desk, chair, and a mounted flat-screen TV.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Farmington Hills - Detroit by IHG

15.4 km from Watkins Lake

Gracie

฿3,457

฿3,820 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a 'NO DIVING' sign.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring two reception desks, a patterned wall, and a door leading outside.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dark cabinetry, and a wooden dining table.

A modern kitchen with a built-in island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.7 km from Watkins Lake

Autumn

฿4,094

฿4,524 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rectangular hot tub with a metal faucet, surrounded by white tiles and a wooden accent wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a round dining table, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area. There is a fireplace and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel reception desk with a nameplate, a decorative wall, and a refrigerated display case in the background.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Gracepreet

฿2,990

฿3,304 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and bar.

A spacious living area with a grand piano, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a colorful rug.

A modern interior with multiple chandeliers and reflective surfaces.

18. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

13.7 km from Watkins Lake

Joan

฿4,693

฿5,186 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, a desk, a kitchenette, and a TV.

A modern dining area with a table, chairs, and pendant lighting.

A TownePlace Suites Marriott hotel with a parking lot, multiple vehicles, and a fire hydrant.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a small table.

19. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

6.5 km from Watkins Lake

Eman

฿5,101

฿5,637 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, and chairs in the foreground, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and cabinets in the background.

A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered walkway.

A modern dining area with a long counter and orange chairs, a seating area with sofas, and pendant lighting.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by a tiled deck and a view of greenery.

20. Holiday Inn & Suites Detroit - Troy by IHG

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Deanna

฿3,994

฿4,748 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit	9.4 Exceptional 946 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Commerce Novi	8.8 Excellent 977 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi	8.8 Excellent 660 reviews	View

Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

10/10 Excellent

"The gentleman that checked us in was great! He gave us tips on getting to Pine Knob."

Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and comfortable. Good hot breakfast and coffee bar."

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the person who check us in was SO nice & friendly, enjoyed meeting him. Loved the back area on the waterfront, incredible hidden charm!"

TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean"

Other attractions near Watkins Lake

Waterford Oaks Waterpark

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Waterford Oaks Waterpark during your visit to Waterford. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Loon Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loon Lake during your travels in Waterford. Discover the restaurants and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Crescent Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Crescent Lake during your travels in Waterford. Discover the restaurants and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Lake Oakland

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Oakland during your travels in Detroit.

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Elizabeth Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Elizabeth Lake during your travels in Waterford. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Otter Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Otter Lake during your travels in Waterford. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Williams Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Williams Lake during your travels in Waterford. Discover the restaurants and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watkins Lake?

Watkins Lake is located in Waterford. Travellers like this family-friendly area for its restaurants and live music. You'll find 74 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Watkins Lake?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Watkins Lake. Other good options within a few miles include American Inn & Suites Waterford and OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON.

How many hotels will I find close to Watkins Lake?

Expedia has 74 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Watkins Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watkins Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Watkins Lake.

What can I see and do near Watkins Lake?

Waterford Oaks Waterpark, Pontiac Creative Arts Center and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are some favourites close by Watkins Lake. At Cass Lake, Pontiac Lake and Loon Lake, take some time to really appreciate nature. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Topgolf, Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area or Dodge no. 4 State Park.

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1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

2. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

3. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

6. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

7. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

8. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

9. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10. Holiday Inn & Suites Farmington Hills - Detroit NW by IHG

11. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

12. SpringHill Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

13. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

14. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Farmington Hills - Detroit by IHG

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

19. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

20. Holiday Inn & Suites Detroit - Troy by IHG

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Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

Other attractions near Watkins Lake

Waterford Oaks Waterpark

Loon Lake

Crescent Lake

Lake Oakland

Elizabeth Lake

Otter Lake

Williams Lake

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