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

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.

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

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Waterford by IHG

1 km from Watkins Lake

Joshua

CA $163

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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.

2. Hyatt House Auburn Hills / Detroit

7.1 km from Watkins Lake

Tamara

CA $168

CA $186 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

CA $134

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

4. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

18.2 km from Watkins Lake

Victoria

CA $132

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

5. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

16.3 km from Watkins Lake

John

CA $144

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 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.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

7.9 km from Watkins Lake

Doug

CA $180

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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 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.

7. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

11.4 km from Watkins Lake

Kevin

CA $155

CA $172 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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.

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.

8. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

10.4 km from Watkins Lake

Shaquille

CA $125

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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 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.

9. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

5.3 km from Watkins Lake

Chris

CA $152

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

A hotel room with a sofa, a small wooden table, a bench, a TV, a bed, a painting, and a wall-mounted lamp.

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

10. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

9.9 km from Watkins Lake

Christopher

CA $144

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and storage cabinets.

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

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Katrina

CA $134

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

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.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

18.6 km from Watkins Lake

Albert

CA $153

CA $169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

15.4 km from Watkins Lake

Gracie

CA $147

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

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

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

14. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

20 km from Watkins Lake

Judson

CA $137

CA $156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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 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.

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

15. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

6.7 km from Watkins Lake

Elizabeth

CA $196

CA $218 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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 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.

16. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

15 km from Watkins Lake

Barbara

CA $168

CA $186 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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 modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area. There is a fireplace and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18.5 km from Watkins Lake

Gracepreet

CA $127

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

CA $104

CA $115 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

An outdoor seating area with two chairs, a table, and a fire pit.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a modern ceiling structure, and outdoor seating areas.

A hotel lobby with multiple floors, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Detroit Troy Auburn Hills

18.3 km from Watkins Lake

Vicki

CA $200

CA $228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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.

20. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

13.7 km from Watkins Lake

Joan

CA $214

CA $236 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Lake

Property	Star rating	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
Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit	8.8 Excellent 556 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Commerce Novi	8.8 Excellent 977 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.

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. Tru By Hilton Novi Detroit

5. Hampton Inn Commerce Novi

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomfield Hills Detroit

7. Candlewood Suites Detroit - Auburn Hills by IHG

8. Sonesta Select Detroit Auburn Hills

9. OLDE MILL INN OF CLARKSTON

10. Hyatt Place Detroit/Auburn Hills

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

12. Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington

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

14. Hilton Garden Inn Detroit - Southfield, MI

15. Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills-North

16. Hampton Inn by Hilton West Bloomfield Novi

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills

18. Comfort Inn Farmington Hills - Detroit Northwest

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Detroit Troy Auburn Hills

20. The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton

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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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