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

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

1 km from Watkins Lake

Joshua

HK$863

HK$954 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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 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.

2. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

Tamara

HK$926

HK$1,023 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

7.9 km from Watkins Lake

Kia Marie

HK$927

HK$1,011 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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 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.

4. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

Kevin

HK$918

HK$1,015 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

HK$743

HK$876 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 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.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled floor, and blue chairs along the side.

6. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

HK$1,076

HK$1,199 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

20 km from Watkins Lake

Tilisha

HK$727

HK$829 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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.

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

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

8. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Victoria

HK$727

HK$803 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Katrina

HK$722

HK$798 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

An indoor pool with clear lane markings, a lifeguard chair, and a wheelchair-accessible area.

A multi-story TownePlace Suites hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a dining table, chairs, a kitchen area, and framed pictures on the wall.

10. TownePlace Suites Detroit Commerce

16.2 km from Watkins Lake

Erin

HK$793

HK$864 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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.

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

Shaquille

HK$659

HK$728 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 bed, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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

12. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

9.9 km from Watkins Lake

Bradd

HK$760

HK$840 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a red exercise ball.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool lift, and lounge chairs.

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

13. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

15 km from Watkins Lake

Barbara

HK$927

HK$1,025 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 lobby with a long communal table, several wooden chairs, a sofa, and a small seating area with a green chair.

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

15.4 km from Watkins Lake

FARAH

HK$793

HK$876 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

A modern interior with multiple chandeliers and reflective surfaces.

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

15. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

13.7 km from Watkins Lake

Joan

HK$1,097

HK$1,213 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel lobby with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a bar area, and a decorative light fixture.

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 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.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Pontiac/Auburn Hills

11.5 km from Watkins Lake

Roxanne

HK$847

HK$936 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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.

17. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

16.3 km from Watkins Lake

Lori

HK$807

HK$892 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 room with a bed, a small table, a kitchenette, and a window with blinds.

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

18. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

5.3 km from Watkins Lake

Chris

HK$822

HK$871 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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 Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered walkway.

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

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

19. Holiday Inn & Suites Detroit - Troy by IHG

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Deanna

HK$840

HK$1,006 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a small table.

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

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

20. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

6.5 km from Watkins Lake

Eman

HK$1,193

HK$1,318 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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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 955 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit	9.2 Wonderful 715 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 354 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area	8.8 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View

Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn Hills by IHG

8/10 Good

"I like the breakfast, plenty parking, clean room and spacious."

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

10/10 Excellent

"Very cute , clean and well kept property."

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

"...."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I was given a really good room, thank you Hannah! Right outside of the window was a tree in full autumnal color and it was beautiful! The hotel is really clean, and the breakfast was very good. It was a really enjoyable stay"

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."

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!"

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 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 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 74 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 Topgolf, Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area 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. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

4. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

6. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

7. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

8. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

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

10. TownePlace Suites Detroit Commerce

11. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

12. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

13. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

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

15. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

16. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Pontiac/Auburn Hills

17. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

18. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

19. Holiday Inn & Suites Detroit - Troy by IHG

20. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

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Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn Hills by IHG

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

Fully Fenced~ Dog Friendly~13 mins to Pine Knob

American Inn & Suites Waterford

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

2-Bedroom Waterfront Escape with Private Balcony & Lake Views

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]

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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