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

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and a parking lot.

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

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

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

1 km from Watkins Lake

Kathy

HK$925

HK$1,022 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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

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

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.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

7.9 km from Watkins Lake

Kevin

HK$1,022

HK$1,114 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

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.

3. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

Sophia

HK$1,090

HK$1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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

4. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Jeff

HK$1,075

HK$1,198 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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.

5. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

Dana

HK$1,027

HK$1,135 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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.

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

6. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

6.5 km from Watkins Lake

Ryan

HK$1,192

HK$1,317 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

A modern interior with multiple chandeliers and reflective surfaces.

7. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

13.7 km from Watkins Lake

Joan

HK$1,046

HK$1,156 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel entrance with a brick facade and a clear blue sky.

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

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Kennette

HK$1,090

HK$1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Rochester Hills

19.8 km from Watkins Lake

Valentina

HK$1,122

HK$1,240 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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 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.

10. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Glenn

HK$701

HK$774 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

A modern bar area with a TV, bar counter, stools, and seating.

11. SpringHill Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

11.7 km from Watkins Lake

JESSICA

HK$981

HK$1,084 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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.

12. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10.4 km from Watkins Lake

Christopher

HK$729

HK$806 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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 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.

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

13. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

9.9 km from Watkins Lake

james

HK$793

HK$876 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

14. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

16.3 km from Watkins Lake

Ziad

HK$829

HK$916 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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.

15. Royal Park Hotel

19.7 km from Watkins Lake

Bljerim

HK$1,723

HK$2,100 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

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

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Troy

19.7 km from Watkins Lake

John

HK$958

HK$1,059 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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 modern breakfast bar with self-serve granola containers, a coffee machine, and a variety of breakfast items.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Pontiac Auburn Hills

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

John

HK$996

HK$1,100 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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.

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

13.8 km from Watkins Lake

Julie

HK$957

HK$1,096 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

A large indoor swimming pool with yellow chairs and potted plants around the perimeter.

19. Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac

11.6 km from Watkins Lake

Duane

HK$1,126

HK$1,284 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

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

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.

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

8.3 km from Watkins Lake

Kimberly

HK$737

HK$869 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit	9.2 Wonderful 691 reviews	View
Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit	9.4 Exceptional 893 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 348 reviews	View

Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn Hills by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Would definitely come back. Amazing staff and clean and comfortable property."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms and sofa bed were really clean! We are a family of 6 so the space was definitely accommodating. The free breakfast was good. I like the pancake maker. Much cleaner than the waffle maker and easier to use. I would recommend this hotel and I would definitely come back. I prefer this hotel location than the Farmington location."

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!"

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

8/10 Good

"Clean room. Lake view. Wounderful wildlife. Ducks fish and turtles 🐢 .Balcony was breathtaking. Staff very friendly..Was a great place ti stay. For A concert. Would come back in a click of the click. Thank you to all the team at Old Mill. Inn.Balcaony. was very clean...."

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)

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 73 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 73 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 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. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

3. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

4. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

5. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

6. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

7. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

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

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Rochester Hills

10. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

11. SpringHill Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

12. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

13. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

14. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

15. Royal Park Hotel

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Troy

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Pontiac Auburn Hills

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

19. Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

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Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn Hills by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

Fully Fenced~ Dog Friendly~13 mins to Pine Knob

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

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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