The Best Hotels Closest to Oakland University in Detroit for 2026

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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.

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

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

1. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

2.9 km from Oakland University

Christopher

₩118,460

₩130,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A reception desk with a marble top, wooden paneling, and pendant lighting.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, red armchair, and beige chairs. There are potted plants, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Crowne Plaza Auburn Hills" and "1500 Opdyke Road".

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a television.

2. Crowne Plaza Auburn Hills by IHG

2.8 km from Oakland University

Syed

₩144,037

₩164,202 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A hotel room with a sofa, a small wooden table, a bed, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

3. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

2.9 km from Oakland University

Tiffany

₩147,604

₩163,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV stand with framed pictures.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a TV on a dresser, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

4. MainStay Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

2.7 km from Oakland University

Daniel

₩99,614

₩110,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious living area with a stone wall, a glass door entrance, and a mix of yellow and blue sofas.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a well-maintained garden, and a parking area.

A hotel room with two beds, a blue sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A refrigerated display case with various beverages and snacks.

5. Comfort Suites Auburn Hills-Detroit

3 km from Oakland University

Sena and Bruce

₩108,243

₩117,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel lobby with a spiral staircase, red upholstered chairs, a reception desk, and a glass coffee table.

A hotel room with a red leather sofa, a matching armchair, a small table, and a lamp. A framed map is on the wall.

A poolside area with a table and chairs, a blue umbrella, and lounge chairs around a pool.

A hotel lobby with wooden furniture, a reception desk, and a coffee bar with multiple coffee machines.

6. Quality Inn Auburn Hills - Detroit North

3.1 km from Oakland University

Krystal

₩96,747

₩106,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small kitchenette.

A reception desk with a sign for Suburban Studios by Choice Hotels, a computer, a printer, and a monitor displaying a welcome message.

A multi-story hotel with a beige and brown facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A laundry room with stacked washers and dryers, a vent, and a framed picture on the wall.

7. Suburban Studios Auburn Hills - Detroit

3 km from Oakland University

Johnny

₩80,095

₩88,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden cabinets, and a microwave above the countertop.

A modern dining area with a fireplace, two tables, and four chairs. A sign above indicates free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel with a central tower featuring a sign, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

8. Red Roof Inn Auburn Hills

2.9 km from Oakland University

Jose

₩78,132

₩86,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a parking lot with marked handicapped spaces, and a neon sign on the right.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.

A blue Pepsi vending machine with various drink options and a black refrigerator next to it.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two armchairs, a patterned bench, and artwork on the wall.

9. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Auburn Hills

2.9 km from Oakland University

Shannon

₩84,189

₩93,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A view from inside a building looking out at a lake with trees and houses in the background.

A stone building with a paved driveway leading to a lake.

A kitchenette with a refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a vending machine.

A reception area with a stone wall, a reception desk, a round table, and a display stand.

10. Rodeway Inn Auburn Hills - Detroit

3.1 km from Oakland University

Mikal

₩72,490

₩80,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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.

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

11. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

4.3 km from Oakland University

Dana

₩176,344

₩194,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern outdoor patio with seating, planters, and a pergola.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a television.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the kitchen area.

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and large windows.

12. Staybridge Suites Detroit North - Royal Oak by IHG

15.3 km from Oakland University

Gretchen

₩192,498

₩212,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

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.

13. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

8.4 km from Oakland University

David

₩187,113

₩206,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern dining area with a large wooden table, leather chairs, and decorative green glass bottles.

A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, bar stools, and a fireplace.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, planters with flowers, and umbrellas.

A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, a large wall-mounted TV, and a fire feature.

14. Cambria Hotel Shelby Township - Detroit Utica

16.5 km from Oakland University

Joseph

₩180,517

₩204,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A restaurant with a long wooden table, chairs, and a television screen displaying an advertisement.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, a flat-screen monitor, and a chair.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

A beverage refrigerator stocked with various drinks, a microwave, and a shelf with snacks and condiments.

15. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Detroit/Sterling Heights by IHG

20.5 km from Oakland University

Ziad

₩135,691

₩149,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A stone fountain with lion sculptures in a landscaped garden with pink flowering trees and a building with large windows in the background.

A bar area with a marble counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses. There are tables and chairs arranged for dining, and a large window with curtains on the right side.

A large, historic building with multiple chimneys, a well-maintained lawn, and a formal entrance.

16. Royal Park Hotel

7 km from Oakland University

Renee

₩246,475

₩306,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large TV.

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, outdoor seating, and umbrellas.

A reception area with wooden paneling, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a sign that reads "Fairfield."

17. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Rochester Hills

Rochester Hills, 8.6 km from Oakland University

Valentina

₩192,633

₩212,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small wooden table, a bed with white linens, a black floor lamp, and a framed abstract artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black backsplash, and various kitchen appliances.

A large, multi-story hotel with a central entrance, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a clear blue sky.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a framed abstract artwork on the wall.

18. Hyatt Place Utica

17.3 km from Oakland University

Douglas

₩130,576

₩144,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

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

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, sofa, and large windows.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

9.9 km from Oakland University

April

₩165,629

₩180,535 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a walk-in closet.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a glass door entrance.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a desk, and a large mirror. There are two wall-mounted artworks depicting natural scenes.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Detroit Sterling Heights

17.9 km from Oakland University

Sonita

₩173,652

₩191,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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Compare popular hotels close to Oakland University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills	8.2 Very Good 1,042 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Auburn Hills by IHG	8.0 Very Good 1,002 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills	7.8 Good 1,011 reviews	View
MainStay Suites Detroit Auburn Hills	7.6 Good 1,001 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Auburn Hills-Detroit	7.4 Good 597 reviews	View

Top Oakland University Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Auburn Hills South by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"5 stars all around. Great and helpful staff, clean facilities, rooms. Homerun!"

Hotel Auburn Hills

10/10 Excellent

"Pool was closed"

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

8/10 Good

"They let us in a little bit early, which was really nice. Staff was awesome. The only complaint I have is that no matter how far I turn the air down, it never did get very cold. I had it all the way down and it was still hot in the room."

Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10/10 Excellent

"Very well kept property. Room was very comfortable and modern. Clean room. Breakfast served early which suited my schedule."

MainStay Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

10/10 Excellent

"Great value."

Quality Inn Auburn Hills - Detroit North

10/10 Excellent

"I’m ok"

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Auburn Hills

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience 👍 👌"

Auburn Hills Extended Stay Inn

8/10 Good

"Easy parking close to everything. Nice staff!"

Other attractions near Oakland University

Meadow Brook Hall

7.8/10 (40 reviews)

Find out about the history of Rochester with a stop at Meadow Brook Hall. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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An aerial view of a town with a river, buildings, and a bridge.

The Village Of Rochester Hills

9.4/10 (14 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Village Of Rochester Hills during your stay in Rochester. Discover the live music and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Athletics Center O'Rena

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

Catch an event at Athletics Center O'Rena during your trip to Rochester. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Meadow Brook Theatre

8.0/10 (21 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Meadow Brook Theatre during your trip to Rochester. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Meadow Brook Amphitheatre

8.0/10 (38 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre during your trip to Rochester. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

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Meadow Brook Music Festival

7.0/10 (16 reviews)

Catch an event at Meadow Brook Music Festival during your trip to Rochester. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

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Chrysler LLC Headquarters

7.8/10 (112 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Auburn Hills with a trip to Chrysler LLC Headquarters. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Fieldstone Golf Club of Auburn Hills

8.0/10 (70 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Auburn Hills at Fieldstone Golf Club of Auburn Hills. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Oakland University?

Oakland University is located in a welcoming area of Rochester known for its beautiful lakeside setting and great live music scene. You'll find 156 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Oakland University?

Auburn Hills Extended Stay Inn 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 Oakland University. Other good choices within a few miles include Crowne Plaza Auburn Hills by IHG and Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Oakland University?

Expedia has 156 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Oakland University.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Oakland University.

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

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What can I see and do near Oakland University?

You can watch performances at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre, The Crofoot, and Meadow Brook Theatre if you're interested in local theater. Create some family memories at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium. A trip to The Village Of Rochester Hills and Great Lakes Crossing Outlets might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.

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Our top choices for Oakland University hotels

1. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

2. Crowne Plaza Auburn Hills by IHG

3. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

4. MainStay Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

5. Comfort Suites Auburn Hills-Detroit

6. Quality Inn Auburn Hills - Detroit North

7. Suburban Studios Auburn Hills - Detroit

8. Red Roof Inn Auburn Hills

9. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Auburn Hills

10. Rodeway Inn Auburn Hills - Detroit

11. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

12. Staybridge Suites Detroit North - Royal Oak by IHG

13. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

14. Cambria Hotel Shelby Township - Detroit Utica

15. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Detroit/Sterling Heights by IHG

16. Royal Park Hotel

17. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Rochester Hills

18. Hyatt Place Utica

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Detroit Sterling Heights

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Top Oakland University Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Auburn Hills South by IHG

Hotel Auburn Hills

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

Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

MainStay Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

Quality Inn Auburn Hills - Detroit North

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Auburn Hills

Auburn Hills Extended Stay Inn

Other attractions near Oakland University

Meadow Brook Hall

The Village Of Rochester Hills

Athletics Center O'Rena

Meadow Brook Theatre

Meadow Brook Amphitheatre

Meadow Brook Music Festival

Chrysler LLC Headquarters

Fieldstone Golf Club of Auburn Hills

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