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A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a flat roof and a covered entrance area.

A lobby area with seating, a reception desk, and a beverage refrigerator.

A modern coffee bar with a chalkboard sign, seating area with red and blue chairs, and a patterned backsplash in the kitchen area.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Heath - Newark by IHG

9.7 km from Watkins Island

Catherine

S$133

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by wooden walls and a high ceiling.

A hotel sign with 'BW Best Western' and a building with a dark roof and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a couch.

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

2. Best Western Lakewood Inn

3.5 km from Watkins Island

Noah

S$168

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel dining area with a central island, wooden chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, a welcoming entrance, and well-maintained landscaping.

A reception area with a blue wall, a framed picture of a cityscape, and a counter with a wood grain design.

3. Hampton Inn Heath-Newark

11.2 km from Watkins Island

Peggy

S$159

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large stone building with a prominent central tower and multiple windows, surrounded by snow.

A stone archway with a balcony, a stone wall with columns, and a welcome sign.

A courtyard with outdoor seating and stone walls.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace.

4. Granville Inn

15.8 km from Watkins Island

Susan

S$338

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a wooden dining table, a brown leather sofa, a patterned carpet, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a small side table, and a picture frame on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, blue sofa, staircase, and a reception desk.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Heath - Newark South

11.9 km from Watkins Island

Mike

S$135

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and potted plants.

An indoor swimming pool with stone walls and large windows.

A gazebo with a white roof and railing, surrounded by a pond and lush greenery.

6. Cherry Valley Hotel

13.7 km from Watkins Island

Jaeda

S$143

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a neon sign reading "Elements".

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading "DOUBLETREE by Hilton".

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

A Starbucks store interior with wooden paneling, a display case of pastries, and a coffee bean shelf.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Ohio

16.1 km from Watkins Island

William

S$194

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A row of townhouses with a covered patio area, large sliding glass doors, and outdoor seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a dresser, and a painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

8. Holmes Suites Inn Columbus Pataskala - I-70 East

17.3 km from Watkins Island

Connie

S$113

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A cozy loft-style room with a large wall-mounted sign, a leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, a bed with orange pillows, and a hanging light fixture.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a microwave and coffee maker.

A cozy loft-style bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk area.

A kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a TV mounted on the wall.

9. The Loft

15.8 km from Watkins Island

Cory

S$315

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a coffee machine.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, blue upholstered bar stools, a laptop, and a bottle of Moon beer.

A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a well-maintained lawn, and a multi-story building with balconies.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Granville

14.9 km from Watkins Island

Jere

S$142

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony, American flags, and a signboard.

A covered patio with a brick wall, metal chairs, and a table set for dining.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with tables set for service, a fireplace, and a portrait on the wall.

11. The Buxton Inn

15.7 km from Watkins Island

Patrick

S$366

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and towels on the wall.

A motel with a covered parking area and a red-roofed building in the background.

12. Deluxe Inn

4.7 km from Watkins Island

Brittany

S$109

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and an exit sign.

A vending machine with a variety of snacks and a Coca-Cola dispenser.

A laundry room with a commercial dryer, a washing machine, and a fire extinguisher. There is a door leading to another room, a window with blinds, and a red exit sign on the ceiling.

13. Red Roof Inn Columbus - Hebron

4.7 km from Watkins Island

Heather

S$108

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A building with a covered entrance, a garage door, and a brick facade.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a mirror.

A front view of a white Whirlpool washer and dryer unit with control panel and a door handle.

A reception area with a check-in counter, a desk with a vase of flowers, and a tiled floor with a star pattern.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Heath/Newark

10.5 km from Watkins Island

Mike

S$122

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a snow-covered lawn.

A reception area with a counter, two orange chairs, a large window with a view, and a skylight.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, a microwave, and a mirror.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, microwave, toaster, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

15. Americas Best Value Inn Heath Newark

10.2 km from Watkins Island

Chasidy

S$105

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A kitchen island with a granite countertop, a vase of flowers, and two pendant lights.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and pendant lights.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and wooden flooring. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen with a refrigerator and stove.

A room with a large window, a dark wooden table, and a vase of flowers.

16. The Broadway Guest House

16.1 km from Watkins Island

ROBERT

S$347

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Island

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Heath - Newark by IHG	8.8 Excellent 568 reviews	View
Best Western Lakewood Inn	8.2 Very good 943 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Heath-Newark	8.8 Excellent 767 reviews	View
Granville Inn	9.6 Exceptional 800 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Heath - Newark South	8.4 Very good 962 reviews	View

Top Watkins Island Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus East Airport

10/10 Excellent

"t"

Comfort Suites Columbus Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great rooms, very clean. Breakfast is a plus"

Hampton Inn Columbus - Airport

8/10 Good

"They need to renovate the property"

Comfort Suites Columbus

8/10 Good

"Decent stay"

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

8/10 Good

"Good location in the heart of Downtown Columbus. Staff was helpful and the area seemed safe. The room could have used some updating. The toilet made a high pitch noise about every 15 to 20 minutes which woke us up in the middle of the night. There was no hot water for late morning shower (10 am)."

DogHouse Columbus

10/10 Excellent

"I use this place for my business travels, it is fair prices during early week and clean establishment/convinent location."

Cherry Valley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This place is beautiful, the staff was great. Just a peaceful getaway."

Embassy Suites Columbus-Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The room was hot because A/C was not working properly, but management moved us to another room and everything was perfect!"

Baymont by Wyndham Lancaster

8/10 Good

"The bed was extremely comfortable and there were two types of pillows to choose from. The only cleaning issue I noticed was the shower head needed a good scrubbing. The water pressure was great. The bathroom is small - you had to squeeze in to close the door. The sink was annoying because the faucet is not long enough to wash hands without hitting the back wall. Breakfast had a pretty good selection, but room is tight. The clerk who checked us in was very matter-of-fact and not too friendly. The property looked great and the inside looked much newer than what it is. We would definitely stay again."

Other attractions near Watkins Island

Buckeye Lake Brewery

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Buckeye Lake Brewery during your travels to Buckeye Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the museums in this romantic area.

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Crane Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Crane Island during your travels in Buckeye Lake. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.

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Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve during your travels to Buckeye Lake. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.

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Mud Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mud Island during your travels in Millersport. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Castle Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Castle Island during your travels in Millersport. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Brooks Park

After visiting Brooks Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Millersport. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Buckeye Lake State Park

8.8/10 (23 reviews)

You can take time to visit Buckeye Lake State Park during your travels to Millersport. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside or experience its museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watkins Island?

Watkins Island is located in Buckeye Lake. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 53 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Watkins Island?

Cherry Valley Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. You'll find it 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Watkins Island. Other good choices in the area include Baymont by Wyndham Lancaster and Spark by Hilton Columbus East Pickerington.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Watkins Island?

Expedia has 53 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Watkins Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watkins Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Watkins Island.

What can I see and do near Watkins Island?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around Evans Park, Dawes Arboretum and Brooks Park. You can enjoy nature at Buckeye Lake, Buckeye Lake State Park or Crane Island. If you've got some time to explore the area around Watkins Island, you may want to make a stop by Buckeye Lake Brewery, National Trail Raceway and Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve.

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Our top choices for Watkins Island hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Heath - Newark by IHG

2. Best Western Lakewood Inn

3. Hampton Inn Heath-Newark

4. Granville Inn

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Heath - Newark South

6. Cherry Valley Hotel

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Ohio

8. Holmes Suites Inn Columbus Pataskala - I-70 East

9. The Loft

10. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Granville

11. The Buxton Inn

12. Deluxe Inn

13. Red Roof Inn Columbus - Hebron

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Heath/Newark

15. Americas Best Value Inn Heath Newark

16. The Broadway Guest House

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Top Watkins Island Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus East Airport

Comfort Suites Columbus Airport

Hampton Inn Columbus - Airport

Comfort Suites Columbus

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

DogHouse Columbus

Cherry Valley Hotel

Embassy Suites Columbus-Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Lancaster

Other attractions near Watkins Island

Buckeye Lake Brewery

Crane Island

Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve

Mud Island

Castle Island

Brooks Park

Buckeye Lake State Park

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