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A beachside patio with white wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A high-end restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the ocean.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and multiple seating areas.

1. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.6 km from Camera Obscura

Richard

SAR 3,455

SAR 4,426 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

The entrance of a hotel with an ornate canopy and a large sign for 'HUNTLEY SANTA MONICA BEACH'.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a large tree.

An aerial view of a beach with a skate park, palm trees, and a cityscape in the background.

A modern living room with a skylight, white furniture, and decorative plants.

2. The Huntley Hotel

Wilshire Montana, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura

Matthew

SAR 971

SAR 1,340 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, string lights, and greenery.

A spacious living room with a view of the beach, featuring a round wooden table, two sofas, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the beach, and a calm sea in the background.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the beach.

3. Shutters on the Beach

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura

Darla

SAR 2,353

SAR 3,007 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the beach and a Ferris wheel in the background.

A bar area with a central island, bar stools, hanging lamps, and a view of the ocean.

A grand lobby with a large chandelier, a staircase, and multiple potted plants.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

4. Casa Del Mar

Ocean Park, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura

SAR 2,185

SAR 2,814 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a beach.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a lamp, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

A room with a sofa, a coffee table, a telescope, a bed, and a blue door.

5. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Downtown Santa Monica, < 0.1 km from Camera Obscura

Eric

SAR 1,517

SAR 1,965 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a telephone. There is a kitchen area visible through an open door.

A pink building with a registration sign, a blue sports car, and a convertible on a trailer.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table with a glass top, a fan, and a telephone.

A compact kitchen with a glass-top table, wicker chairs, a black cabinet, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

6. Sea Shore Motel

Ocean Park, 1.8 km from Camera Obscura

Inci

SAR 602

SAR 701 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

A brick building with a white door and arched windows.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sign reading "SANTA MONICA," and a "Messages" sign on the wall.

An art gallery with brick walls, arched windows, and a wooden floor.

7. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.1 km from Camera Obscura

Rachel

SAR 424

SAR 489 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A sunlit porch with potted plants and a white couch.

A group of people engaged in a yoga session outdoors, with exercise mats and personal items on the ground.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A dining area with a glass table, wooden chairs, a white brick fireplace, and potted plants.

8. Aliza Hotel

2.9 km from Camera Obscura

suzanne

SAR 836

SAR 955 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A wooden front door with a number "219" above it, flanked by two potted plants.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two patterned ottomans, a chandelier, and a large wall mural depicting a beach scene.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and wooden flooring.

9. Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Santa Monica Canyon, 2.6 km from Camera Obscura

Patti

SAR 1,146

SAR 1,309 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with a central glass coffee table, a wooden log fire pit, and surrounding plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and a view of the outdoor garden.

A sign for The Ambrose Hotel in Santa Monica.

A reception area with a marble wall, a desk with a computer, a plant, and a bench.

10. The Ambrose

Mid-City, 2.4 km from Camera Obscura

Eduard

SAR 856

SAR 1,139 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, white chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a large potted plant.

A sunlit indoor space with a pool, lounge chairs, a sofa, and various potted plants.

An aerial view of a courtyard with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, a striped armchair, and a tall palm tree in a large planter.

11. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura

Elizabeth

SAR 1,806

SAR 2,346 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a sign reading "Oceana," and a staircase with candles.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a sofa set, and a view of the ocean.

A cozy lounge area with wooden flooring, two sofas with patterned cushions, and a bar area with glassware and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large fireplace, and a view of the outdoor area through large windows.

12. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Wilshire Montana, 1.2 km from Camera Obscura

catharine

SAR 2,673

SAR 3,344 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A multi-level atrium with a central seating area, balconies, and a modern design.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by large potted plants and trees.

A spacious atrium with multiple floors, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

13. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura

Victoria

SAR 952

SAR 1,124 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A balcony with two chairs, a table with a fruit platter, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the beach and palm trees, a desk with a chair, and a wall-mounted mirror.

A hotel room with a view of the beach, a window with blinds, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

14. Ocean View Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica, < 0.1 km from Camera Obscura

somkait

SAR 710

SAR 977 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of palm trees.

A poolside area with sun loungers, a table with chairs, and a white umbrella.

A modern lounge area with a wooden partition, seating arrangements, and a large potted plant.

15. The Pierside Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.3 km from Camera Obscura

Timothy

SAR 848

SAR 1,199 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A rooftop lounge with lounge chairs and tables, string lights, and a sunset view.

A spacious dining area with a central table, multiple chairs, hanging plants, and a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pergola with white curtains, and a white building in the background.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, a fruit bowl, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

16. The Eden

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.3 km from Camera Obscura

Jess

SAR 1,031

SAR 1,407 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, illuminated signage, and a visible exit sign.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a building with multiple floors and balconies.

A beach view with palm trees and a building with a modern design.

A balcony with a table set for two, featuring a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a dessert plate.

17. Shore Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.2 km from Camera Obscura

Anthony

SAR 1,026

SAR 1,407 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear blue pool, and a building with balconies.

A modern interior with a long bar, wicker chairs, and potted plants.

A modern dining area with a high ceiling, pendant lighting, and contemporary chairs.

18. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura

Jason

SAR 1,348

SAR 1,719 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bathroom with a shower, a toilet, and a sink. There is a bed in the adjacent room.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Ocean Park Inn" and multiple flags.

A modern kitchen with a built-in coffee machine, a mini-fridge with beverages, and a window with blinds.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a staircase, and potted plants.

19. Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park, 1.8 km from Camera Obscura

SAR 549

SAR 640 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop terrace with sun loungers and a view of the cityscape.

The Gateway Hotel Santa Monica with a clear view of its exterior signage and architectural design.

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

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a wooden partition.

20. Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

Mid-City, 2.3 km from Camera Obscura

Kymberly

SAR 741

SAR 862 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Camera Obscura

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG	9.8 Exceptional 87 reviews	View
The Huntley Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 2,728 reviews	View
Shutters on the Beach	9.4 Exceptional 806 reviews	View
Casa Del Mar	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt	9.4 Exceptional 432 reviews	View

Top Camera Obscura Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

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Shore Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Superbe semaine! L’espace piscine est extra et que dire des soirées animées avec un groupe. Géographiquement proche de TOUT!!!"

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect"

The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful boutique hotel ideally located on Ocean Drive in Santa Monica. What makes it extra special is the genuinely nice and helpful staff. Warm and sincere greetings, helpful with accommodating special requests, and an amazing terrace with an ocean view for a delicious meal or drinks. Speaking of drinks, a really cute lobby bar serves some retro and modern cocktails worth a visit!"

Ocean View Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great hotel, good location the beds are hard and uncomfortable. Staff was delightful"

The Eden

10/10 Excellent

"Staff"

Sea Blue Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good

"Issue was with the restaurant. Breakfast menu was limited and expensive. Left the hotel to eat breakfast every day which was a pain."

Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The room and property was beautiful."

Other attractions near Camera Obscura

A large Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a kite in the sky at a theme park.

Santa Monica Beach

9.0/10 (10,272 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Santa Monica Beach, a popular beach in Santa Monica. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

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A beach at sunset with a pier and amusement park in the background.

Santa Monica Place

8.8/10 (1,347 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Monica, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santa Monica Place. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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A city street lined with historic buildings and modern architecture, with a clear blue sky and distant mountains.

Third Street Promenade

8.8/10 (2,727 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Monica, you can enjoy retail therapy at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A large Ferris wheel with cabins labeled "Pacific Park" and a roller coaster in the foreground.

Santa Monica Pier

8.8/10 (17,596 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Santa Monica Pier, a favorite shopping spot in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Santa Monica Visitor Center

8.6/10 (15 reviews)

After visiting Santa Monica Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Laemmle Theatres Monica Film Center

You can take time to visit Laemmle Theatres Monica Film Center during your travels to Santa Monica.

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Heal the Bay Aquarium

8.4/10 (86 reviews)

Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at Heal the Bay Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.

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Harvelle's

Harvelle's is just one of the places to see in Santa Monica, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Camera Obscura?

Camera Obscura is located in a welcoming area of Santa Monica known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 122 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Camera Obscura?

Adjacent to Camera Obscura, Ocean View Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a cafe and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and Fairmont Miramar Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Camera Obscura?

Expedia has 122 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Camera Obscura.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Camera Obscura.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Camera Obscura?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Camera Obscura, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Camera Obscura?

Hammer Museum, Getty Center, and California Heritage Museum feature captivating exhibits. Learn about local history at Marina Beach and Will Rogers State Historic Park. You can watch performances at City Garage Theatre, The Acting Studio at Edgemar, and McCabe's Guitar Shop if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Camera Obscura?

Head to Downtown Santa Monica Station for metro transit. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Camera Obscura hotels

1. Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG

2. The Huntley Hotel

3. Shutters on the Beach

4. Casa Del Mar

5. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

6. Sea Shore Motel

7. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

8. Aliza Hotel

9. Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

10. The Ambrose

11. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

12. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

13. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

14. Ocean View Hotel

15. The Pierside Santa Monica

16. The Eden

17. Shore Hotel

18. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

19. Ocean Park Inn

20. Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

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Top Camera Obscura Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

Shore Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Ocean View Hotel

The Eden

Sea Blue Hotel

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Other attractions near Camera Obscura

Santa Monica Beach

Santa Monica Place

Third Street Promenade

Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica Visitor Center

Laemmle Theatres Monica Film Center

Heal the Bay Aquarium

Harvelle's

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