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

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

A living room with a yellow sofa, a wooden table, and a lamp.

A sandy beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

1. Gjelina Hotel

2.5 km from Camera Obscura

Kole

NT$6,710

NT$7,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

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

2. The Huntley Hotel

Wilshire Montana, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura

Lynnette

NT$9,452

NT$12,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

3. Shutters on the Beach

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura

Charles

NT$20,789

NT$26,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

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

4. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Downtown Santa Monica, < 0.1 km from Camera Obscura

Eric

NT$13,190

NT$17,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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.

5. Casa Del Mar

Ocean Park, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura

Michele

NT$19,929

NT$25,475 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A sunlit porch with potted plants and a white couch.

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

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

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

6. Aliza Hotel

2.9 km from Camera Obscura

suzanne

NT$6,168

NT$7,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

7. The Ambrose

Mid-City, 2.4 km from Camera Obscura

Carol

NT$8,073

NT$10,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura

Veronica

NT$16,090

NT$20,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

9. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Wilshire Montana, 1.2 km from Camera Obscura

catharine

NT$22,143

NT$27,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.

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

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

10. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura

Sahar

NT$8,097

NT$9,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

11. The Eden

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.3 km from Camera Obscura

Jess

NT$8,459

NT$11,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

12. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura

Matthew

NT$11,438

NT$14,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

13. The Pierside Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.3 km from Camera Obscura

Timothy

NT$7,366

NT$10,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, a squat rack, and weight machines.

14. Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

Mid-City, 2.3 km from Camera Obscura

Kymberly

NT$6,977

NT$8,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

15. Ocean Park Inn

Ocean Park, 1.8 km from Camera Obscura

John

NT$5,066

NT$5,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A restaurant with wicker chairs and tables, hanging plants, and a tiled floor.

A restaurant with wicker chairs, hanging plants, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

16. Fairmont Miramar Hotel

Wilshire Montana, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura

Greg

NT$11,190

NT$15,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a seating area with cushions, and a decorative wall.

A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and the ocean.

A modern restaurant with a wooden ceiling, marble tables, and a variety of plants.

An outdoor dining area with string lights, tables, chairs, and a bar.

17. Viceroy Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura

Richard

NT$9,572

NT$12,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern outdoor seating area with a built-in fire feature and a glass railing.

A reception area with wooden paneling, surfboards, and a sign for a treats shop.

A modern living room with a TV, a round wooden table, and a sofa.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a glass wall with a view of the night sky.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica, 0.6 km from Camera Obscura

Philip

NT$5,797

NT$6,907 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A balcony with a hot tub, a dining table with food and drinks, and a city view.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a swimming pool.

A hotel room with a checkered floor, a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a bar in the background, and a modern chandelier.

19. Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

Ocean Park, 1.1 km from Camera Obscura

Jose Fernando Mitre

NT$6,340

NT$8,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view, a dining area, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside telephone, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A modern office with glass partitions, white furniture, and decorative fish wall art.

20. Bayside Hotel

Ocean Park, 1 km from Camera Obscura

Gregory

NT$7,174

NT$8,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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Compare popular hotels close to Camera Obscura

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gjelina Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 104 reviews	View
The Huntley Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 2,712 reviews	View
Shutters on the Beach	9.4 Exceptional 800 reviews	View
The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt	9.4 Exceptional 426 reviews	View
Casa Del Mar	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Camera Obscura Hotel Reviews

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"It was really nice, a good place to meet people traveling from around the world."

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

"na"

Hotel Carmel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very friendly & helpful"

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Love the location of this hotel! The grounds are beautiful and really capture the essence of the coastal community of Santa Monica. My daughter and I enjoyed the pool and poolside dining. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. A seamless experience!"

Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"It was good, enjoyed the location and priced appropriately."

Other attractions near Camera Obscura

A beach with people walking and playing in the water, palm trees, and buildings in the background.

Santa Monica Beach

9.0/10 (10,272 reviews)

Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.

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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'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.

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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. Gjelina Hotel

2. The Huntley Hotel

3. Shutters on the Beach

4. The Georgian, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

5. Casa Del Mar

6. Aliza Hotel

7. The Ambrose

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

9. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

10. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites

11. The Eden

12. Sandbourne Santa Monica, Autograph Collection

13. The Pierside Santa Monica

14. Gateway Hotel Santa Monica

15. Ocean Park Inn

16. Fairmont Miramar Hotel

17. Viceroy Santa Monica

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

19. Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica

20. Bayside Hotel

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Top Camera Obscura Hotel Reviews

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica

Hotel Carmel

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

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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