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

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

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

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

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

A bathroom sink with a marble countertop and a brass faucet.

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, large planters, and a white pergola structure.

A wooden door with a keyhole and a small rectangular panel.

A door with a modern handle, a framed picture on the wall, and a blurred interior with a bed and a chair.

2. Gjelina Hotel

2.5 km from Camera Obscura

Kole

SAR 894

SAR 1,020 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

A dining area with a view of the sea and a cityscape, featuring a table set for two with champagne and glasses.

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

3. The Huntley Hotel

Wilshire Montana, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura

Matthew

SAR 1,057

SAR 1,439 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 spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the beach.

A hotel entrance with a white pergola, a tree, and hanging lanterns.

4. Shutters on the Beach

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura

Darla

SAR 2,300

SAR 2,946 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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 dining area with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the beach and pier.

5. Casa Del Mar

Ocean Park, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura

Michele

SAR 2,232

SAR 2,868 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

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

A pier with a Ferris wheel and a beach in the background.

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

6. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Downtown Santa Monica, < 0.1 km from Camera Obscura

Eric

SAR 1,516

SAR 1,964 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the pool, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

7. Aliza Hotel

2.9 km from Camera Obscura

suzanne

SAR 836

SAR 955 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A sign for The Ambrose Hotel in Santa Monica.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

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

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

A balcony with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a street with a motel sign and buildings in the background.

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

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

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

10. Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Santa Monica Canyon, 2.6 km from Camera Obscura

Patti

SAR 1,176

SAR 1,343 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue walls, and contemporary furniture.

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

11. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.1 km from Camera Obscura

Rachel

SAR 406

SAR 467 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A woman in a white dress standing at a wooden counter with jars of spices. There are two chairs in front of the counter and a window with a geometric pattern.

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

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and large potted plants.

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

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura

Elizabeth

SAR 1,882

SAR 2,433 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

The entrance of the Oceana hotel with a reception desk, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a large glass door.

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

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

13. 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

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A hotel entrance with a revolving door, potted plants, and a sign indicating it's a Hilton property.

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

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

14. 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 spacious living area with a large round coffee table, a sofa set, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.

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

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

15. Ocean View Hotel

Downtown Santa Monica, < 0.1 km from Camera Obscura

somkait

SAR 708

SAR 973 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.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a patterned rug, and a view of a building with large windows.

16. The Pierside Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.3 km from Camera Obscura

Timothy

SAR 848

SAR 1,199 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 room with a view of the beach, a chair, a lamp, and a small table.

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

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

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

A reception area with a desk, chairs, and a view of palm trees and sunset.

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

A spacious living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, surrounded by potted plants and a large window.

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

A modern hotel lobby with a large TV, a bench, a plant, and a sign for Ocean Park in Santa Monica.

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

20. Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park, 1.8 km from Camera Obscura

John

SAR 549

SAR 640 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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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
Gjelina Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 105 reviews	View
The Huntley Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 2,727 reviews	View
Shutters on the Beach	9.4 Exceptional 806 reviews	View
Casa Del Mar	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Camera Obscura Hotel Reviews

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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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."

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

"Clean beautiful room with view of pool. Free breakfast was very good."

Viceroy Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

"Free bike rentals, amazing service, and clean hotel. Loved it!"

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. Valet parking was pricey"

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Not a lot of parking at this property and the parking spots that are available aren’t designed for large or oversized vehicles"

The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

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The Pierside Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

"Everything great, but pool closed, would have been nice to know"

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. Gjelina Hotel

3. The Huntley Hotel

4. Shutters on the Beach

5. Casa Del Mar

6. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

7. Aliza Hotel

8. The Ambrose

9. Sea Shore Motel

10. Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

11. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

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

13. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

14. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

15. Ocean View Hotel

16. The Pierside Santa Monica

17. The Eden

18. Shore Hotel

19. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

20. Ocean Park Inn

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Top Camera Obscura Hotel Reviews

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

Viceroy Santa Monica

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Monica

Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel

The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Pierside Santa Monica

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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