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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.

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

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

Kathy

￥18,190

￥20,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

8.3 km from Watkins Lake

Amy

￥15,592

￥18,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

3. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

￥21,131

￥23,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

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.

4. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

Llvester

￥20,470

￥22,620 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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.

5. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

David

￥21,735

￥24,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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.

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

6. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

5.3 km from Watkins Lake

Chris

￥16,482

￥17,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool ladder, and a clear view of the outside through large windows.

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel entrance with a stone pillar and illuminated blue lights.

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn Hills by IHG

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Kennette

￥19,885

￥21,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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.

8. Royal Park Hotel

19.7 km from Watkins Lake

Renee

￥25,403

￥31,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Rochester Hills

19.8 km from Watkins Lake

Valentina

￥22,059

￥24,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

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

10. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Glenn

￥13,778

￥15,225 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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.

11. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10.4 km from Watkins Lake

Christopher

￥13,565

￥14,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

12. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

15 km from Watkins Lake

John

￥19,523

￥21,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative rug.

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

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

13. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

16.3 km from Watkins Lake

Ziad

￥16,306

￥18,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A vending machine area with a sign reading "the market" and various items including beverages and snacks.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a grey sofa with blue cushions, a grey armchair, a small side table with a lamp, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small side table, a bed with white bedding, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A swimming pool with chairs and tables around it, large windows, and an exit sign.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Pontiac/Auburn Hills

11.5 km from Watkins Lake

Ruby

￥16,648

￥18,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

A restaurant with a bar area, tables with chairs, and a counter with kitchen equipment.

15. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

13.7 km from Watkins Lake

Joan

￥21,102

￥23,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

16. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

9.9 km from Watkins Lake

Christopher

￥16,902

￥18,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

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

13.8 km from Watkins Lake

Julie

￥19,577

￥22,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden dresser, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, a small round table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a patterned ottoman, and a decorative light fixture.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Pontiac Auburn Hills

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

John

￥20,656

￥22,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A modern living room with a blue sofa set, patterned cushions, and a central wooden coffee table.

A building with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a bench outside.

A poolside patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by greenery and a barbecue grill.

A hotel room with a desk, laptop, chair, sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

19. Sonesta ES Suites Auburn Hills Detroit

10 km from Watkins Lake

Todd

￥19,523

￥21,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, yellow chairs, and a red umbrella.

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

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen area.

An outdoor patio area with a barbecue grill, yellow and green chairs, and a red umbrella.

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Troy

19.7 km from Watkins Lake

John

￥18,834

￥20,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area	9.0 Wonderful 1,017 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 349 reviews	View
Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit	9.4 Exceptional 913 reviews	View

Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

8/10 Good

"Optimally Very close drive to outlet mall, but still far enough from crowds. Friendly staff, clean place."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

8/10 Good

"Everyone was friendly"

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

8/10 Good

"Definitely an older establishment. Updating would be best. Make sure to ask for River room or all you hear are neighbors and cars by the busy roadway."

Fully Fenced~ Dog Friendly~13 mins to Pine Knob

10/10 Excellent

"It is a very nice clean home and close to our family. We liked the fenced back yard as we could let our pups out in a safe environment. Great place to stay!"

American Inn & Suites Waterford

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was really great, super nice and always helpful whenever needed"

Canal front Retreat on Cass Lake 3-bedroom cottage for your relaxing getaway.

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!"

12 Myra Ave · Relaxing Cottage by the Lake + Parking

10/10 Excellent

"This house is in a quiet neighbor hood. Great space, has everything we needed. Will 100% sta again if we are in the area. Host was 5 ’s. "

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 72 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 72 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 Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area, Topgolf, or Dodge no. 4 State Park.

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Our top choices for Watkins Lake hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

3. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

4. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

5. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

6. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn Hills by IHG

8. Royal Park Hotel

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Rochester Hills

10. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

11. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

12. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

13. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

14. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Pontiac/Auburn Hills

15. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

16. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

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

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Pontiac Auburn Hills

19. Sonesta ES Suites Auburn Hills Detroit

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Troy

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Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

Fully Fenced~ Dog Friendly~13 mins to Pine Knob

American Inn & Suites Waterford

Canal front Retreat on Cass Lake 3-bedroom cottage for your relaxing getaway.

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

12 Myra Ave · Relaxing Cottage by the Lake + Parking

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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