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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

Joshua

Rp1.968.890

Rp2.175.623 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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 corridor with a 'TREAT' sign and a 'SUITE SHOP' sign.

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

Doug

Rp2.266.908

Rp2.470.930 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

3. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

16.3 km from Watkins Lake

John

Rp1.812.305

Rp2.002.597 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

4. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Victoria

Rp1.658.342

Rp1.832.468 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

8.3 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

Rp1.687.339

Rp1.989.266 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a kitchenette in the background.

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

6. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

Kevin

Rp1.950.991

Rp2.155.845 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 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 compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and storage cabinets.

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

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Katrina

Rp1.682.506

Rp1.859.169 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

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.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

20 km from Watkins Lake

Judson

Rp1.734.413

Rp1.977.231 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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.

9. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10.4 km from Watkins Lake

Shaquille

Rp1.575.112

Rp1.740.499 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 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.

10. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

Tamara

Rp2.112.082

Rp2.333.851 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the wall.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a TV on the wall.

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

15.4 km from Watkins Lake

FARAH

Rp1.879.395

Rp2.076.821 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a television.

12. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

15 km from Watkins Lake

Barbara

Rp2.114.767

Rp2.336.817 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

A roadside building with a wooden exterior, a visible window, and a signboard.

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

13. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

5.3 km from Watkins Lake

Chris

Rp1.718.419

Rp1.821.442 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

14. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

9.9 km from Watkins Lake

Bradd

Rp1.734.413

Rp1.916.527 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel reception desk with a nameplate, a decorative wall, and a refrigerated display case in the background.

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

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

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Gracepreet

Rp1.596.405

Rp1.764.027 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 spacious living area with a grand piano, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a colorful rug.

16. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

13.7 km from Watkins Lake

Joan

Rp2.486.529

Rp2.747.614 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 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.

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

17. Holiday Inn & Suites Detroit - Troy by IHG

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Deanna

Rp2.114.767

Rp2.515.808 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a parking lot, marked handicapped spaces, and a well-lit entrance.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Albert

Rp1.916.983

Rp2.118.266 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

19. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

6.5 km from Watkins Lake

Eman

Rp2.720.648

Rp3.006.316 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dark cabinetry, and a wooden dining table.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.7 km from Watkins Lake

Autumn

Rp2.347.127

Rp2.593.575 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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
Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit	9.2 Wonderful 711 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Commerce Novi	8.8 Excellent 977 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit	8.8 Excellent 557 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

10/10 Excellent

"Was pleasantly surprised room has a cute up north feel was very clean. Work being done on the property clearly updating and maintaining things. Staff was very nice! The view was great and the balcony/deck was superb! Very happy with my stay!!"

Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room"

Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the staff was so helpful. Enjoyed my stay"

TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean"

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. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

3. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

4. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

6. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

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

8. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

9. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

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

12. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

13. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

14. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

16. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

17. Holiday Inn & Suites Detroit - Troy by IHG

18. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

19. TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

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Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

TownePlace Suites Detroit Auburn Hills

Other attractions near Watkins Lake

Waterford Oaks Waterpark

Loon Lake

Crescent Lake

Lake Oakland

Elizabeth Lake

Otter Lake

Williams Lake

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