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

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outside.

A gym with exercise equipment, a water dispenser, and a mirror.

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

1 km from Watkins Lake

Staci

￥17,256

￥19,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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.

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

2. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

Tawana

￥18,511

￥20,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, a wall-mounted TV, and a mirror.

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

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

3. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

15 km from Watkins Lake

Alan

￥18,534

￥20,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

4. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Victoria

￥13,201

￥14,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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.

5. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

James

￥18,354

￥20,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a flat-screen TV.

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

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Detroit - Troy by IHG

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Deanna

￥16,785

￥20,116 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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

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

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

7. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10.4 km from Watkins Lake

Shaquille

￥13,177

￥14,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

8. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Tina

￥18,213

￥20,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

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

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

9. Comfort Inn Farmington Hills - Detroit Northwest

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Richard

￥11,168

￥12,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

10. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

9.9 km from Watkins Lake

Bradd

￥15,201

￥16,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of trees and a street.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a variety of breakfast items.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a glass coffee table.

A hotel corridor with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

11. Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac

11.6 km from Watkins Lake

Martin

￥22,534

￥25,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A patio area with outdoor seating, a brick building, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a white door.

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

12. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

6.5 km from Watkins Lake

Eman

￥23,844

￥26,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

7.9 km from Watkins Lake

Chad

￥16,120

￥17,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a green cushioned bench, and artwork on the walls.

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

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Gracepreet

￥15,867

￥17,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

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

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

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

8.3 km from Watkins Lake

Gina

￥14,534

￥17,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

16. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

5.3 km from Watkins Lake

Chris

￥14,943

￥15,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A vending area with snack and drink options, including microwaves and refrigerators.

A compact kitchenette with wooden cabinets, a black coffee maker, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

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

13.8 km from Watkins Lake

Julie

￥17,883

￥20,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

20 km from Watkins Lake

Tilisha

￥14,534

￥16,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 modern kitchen with a large island, dark chairs, pendant lights, and artwork on the walls.

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

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Jenna

￥14,432

￥15,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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

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

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

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

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.7 km from Watkins Lake

Autumn

￥19,138

￥21,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit	9.4 Exceptional 969 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi	8.8 Excellent 668 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit	8.8 Excellent 571 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 358 reviews	View

Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

8/10 Good

"Clean room and shops close"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn Hills by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great check in and check out experience. The room was clean and comfortable, great stay."

Fully Fenced~ Dog Friendly~13 mins to Pine Knob

10/10 Excellent

"Clean nice home. Fenced in yard was great for our dog. Convenient location."

American Inn & Suites Waterford

8/10 Good

"...."

2-Bedroom Waterfront Escape with Private Balcony & Lake Views

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and well equipped. The lake view is beautiful and location is great. Host was great with communication."

Cass Lake canal front 3-bedroom cottage for your relaxing getaway/work retreat

8/10 Good

"Great location and lovely atmosphere"

Lakefront Home; All-Sports Elizabeth Lake; Dock, Fire Pit & Kayaks [see reviews]

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent property. Great open space. Beautiful lake. All around wonderful experience!"

4 Beds, Pizza Oven, Hot Tub, Mini- Golf, Lake View, Bowling, Projector & More!

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay. Didn't get to use the pizza oven bc it snowed. Host is in contact for any issues. "

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 by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

4. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

5. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Detroit - Troy by IHG

7. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

8. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

9. Comfort Inn Farmington Hills - Detroit Northwest

10. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

11. Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac

12. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

16. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

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

18. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

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

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

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Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn Hills by IHG

Fully Fenced~ Dog Friendly~13 mins to Pine Knob

American Inn & Suites Waterford

2-Bedroom Waterfront Escape with Private Balcony & Lake Views

Cass Lake canal front 3-bedroom cottage for your relaxing getaway/work retreat

Lakefront Home; All-Sports Elizabeth Lake; Dock, Fire Pit & Kayaks [see reviews]

4 Beds, Pizza Oven, Hot Tub, Mini- Golf, Lake View, Bowling, Projector & More!

Other attractions near Watkins Lake

Waterford Oaks Waterpark

Loon Lake

Crescent Lake

Lake Oakland

Elizabeth Lake

Otter Lake

Williams Lake

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