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

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

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

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

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

1 km from Watkins Lake

Joshua

₩152,799

₩168,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

2. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

Tamara

₩158,160

₩174,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

3. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

16.3 km from Watkins Lake

John

₩135,575

₩149,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a coffee maker.

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

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

15 km from Watkins Lake

Barbara

₩158,361

₩174,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

8.3 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

₩126,461

₩149,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

6. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Victoria

₩124,183

₩137,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a bar, a living room with a sofa and a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

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

7. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

Kevin

₩146,224

₩161,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a parking lot, marked handicapped spaces, and a well-lit entrance.

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

8. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Albert

₩143,675

₩158,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A bar area with a bottle of MARRAMIERO Inferi 2014, salt and pepper shakers, and a small dish on a table.

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

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

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

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Katrina

₩125,992

₩139,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

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

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

15.4 km from Watkins Lake

Gracie

₩138,175

₩152,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A roadside building with a wooden exterior, a visible window, and a signboard.

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

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

11. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

5.3 km from Watkins Lake

Chris

₩142,840

₩151,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

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

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

A reception area with a stone wall, a counter with a digital display, and a sign for Hilton Honors.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

20 km from Watkins Lake

Judson

₩128,740

₩146,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and artwork on the walls.

13. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

₩183,893

₩205,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a clear entrance, parking area, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel corridor with a 'TREAT' sign and a 'SUITE SHOP' sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, large windows with city views, and a modern interior design.

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, a chalkboard menu, and a coffee machine.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

7.9 km from Watkins Lake

Doug

₩169,754

₩185,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a fireplace, and a television screen.

15. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10.4 km from Watkins Lake

Shaquille

₩117,950

₩130,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, parking area, and landscaped surroundings.

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.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Gracepreet

₩119,424

₩131,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and overhead lighting.

A modern lobby with blue seating, a wooden reception desk, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

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

A hotel room with a sofa, a small wooden table, a bench, a TV, a bed, a painting, and a wall-mounted lamp.

17. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

9.9 km from Watkins Lake

Christopher

₩129,879

₩143,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a Christmas tree.

A lobby with a reception desk, a Christmas tree, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A spacious lounge area with a central ottoman, sofas, and armchairs, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

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

18. Comfort Inn Farmington Hills - Detroit Northwest

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Richard

₩98,184

₩108,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a stone wall.

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

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.7 km from Watkins Lake

Autumn

₩175,737

₩194,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a microwave.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard chair.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital screen, and a wall-mounted sign.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rochester Hill - Detroit Area by IHG

13.8 km from Watkins Lake

Julie

₩175,737

₩200,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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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 947 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Commerce Novi	8.8 Excellent 977 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi	8.8 Excellent 660 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the staff was so helpful. Enjoyed my stay"

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)

Have a fun-filled day with the family 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 theater 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 theater 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. Travelers 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 traveler 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 choices within 5 miles include American Inn & Suites Waterford and OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Watkins Lake?

Expedia has 74 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Watkins Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Watkins Lake?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Watkins Lake, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Watkins Lake?

Waterford Oaks Waterpark, Pontiac Creative Arts Center, and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are some favorites 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. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

6. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

7. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

8. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

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

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

11. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

12. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

13. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

15. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

17. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

18. Comfort Inn Farmington Hills - Detroit Northwest

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rochester Hill - Detroit Area by IHG

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Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Auburn 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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