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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 coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

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

AED 419

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

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

2. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

Tamara

AED 433

AED 479 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 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.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

8.3 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

AED 347

AED 409 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 modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, sink, and a built-in dishwasher.

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

4. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

16.3 km from Watkins Lake

John

AED 372

AED 411 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

15 km from Watkins Lake

Barbara

AED 434

AED 480 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

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

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

6. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

Kevin

AED 400

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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

7. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Victoria

AED 340

AED 376 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

8. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

5.3 km from Watkins Lake

Chris

AED 391

AED 415 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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.

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

AED 323

AED 357 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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.

A modern office space with a desk, chair, and a mounted flat-screen TV.

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

15.4 km from Watkins Lake

Gracie

AED 378

AED 418 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 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.

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

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

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Katrina

AED 345

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 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.

12. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

9.9 km from Watkins Lake

Christopher

AED 356

AED 393 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a digital display board, comfortable seating, and a well-organized reception area.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, metal chairs, and a menu board in the background.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Albert

AED 393

AED 435 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 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.

14. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

AED 504

AED 562 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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.

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.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

7.9 km from Watkins Lake

Doug

AED 465

AED 507 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Gracepreet

AED 327

AED 362 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

20 km from Watkins Lake

Judson

AED 353

AED 402 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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

18. Comfort Inn Farmington Hills - Detroit Northwest

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Richard

AED 269

AED 297 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A stone fountain with lion sculptures in a landscaped garden with pink flowering trees and a building with large windows in the background.

An outdoor seating area with string lights, a brick building, and a balcony with people.

A large, historic building with multiple chimneys, a well-maintained lawn, and a formal entrance.

19. Royal Park Hotel

19.7 km from Watkins Lake

Anastasia

AED 694

AED 858 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern dining area with multiple seating options, including tables and chairs, and a coffee station.

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

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

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Katrina

AED 474

AED 524 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
Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit	9.4 Exceptional 947 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Commerce Novi	8.8 Excellent 977 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi	8.8 Excellent 660 reviews	View

Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

10/10 Excellent

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

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the person who check us in was SO nice & friendly, enjoyed meeting him. Loved the back area on the waterfront, incredible hidden charm!"

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."

Fully Fenced~ Dog Friendly~13 mins to Pine Knob

10/10 Excellent

"Kyla is an amazing and responsive host. The property is clean and in an excellent location. We would definitely stay again."

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. "

5BR Lakehouse near Pine Knob with Jacuzzi!

8/10 Good

"Clean rooms"

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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Our top choices for Watkins Lake hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

2. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area

4. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

6. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

7. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

8. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

9. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

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

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

12. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

13. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

14. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

17. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

18. Comfort Inn Farmington Hills - Detroit Northwest

19. Royal Park Hotel

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

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Top Watkins Lake Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

2-Bedroom Waterfront Escape with Private Balcony & Lake Views

Fully Fenced~ Dog Friendly~13 mins to Pine Knob

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!

5BR Lakehouse near Pine Knob with Jacuzzi!

Other attractions near Watkins Lake

Waterford Oaks Waterpark

Loon Lake

Crescent Lake

Lake Oakland

Elizabeth Lake

Otter Lake

Williams Lake

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