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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a window, a counter, and a fire alarm on the wall.

A multi-story building with a central staircase, balconies, and a parking area with cars and traffic cones.

A compact bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower curtain.

1. Ocean Inn

Outer Sunset, 2.1 km from Camera Obscura

Wen

￥15,083

￥17,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a green accent wall, and a large window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, a built-in microwave, and a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and toilet.

A tram at a station with a mural on the building behind it.

2. The SeaScape Inn

Outer Sunset, 2.1 km from Camera Obscura

Sally

￥19,199

￥22,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a clear sky, and a distant cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Three tacos on a plate with a blue background.

A reception area with a bulletin board displaying various brochures, two potted plants, a white upholstered bench, and a window with blinds.

3. Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

Outer Sunset, 1.8 km from Camera Obscura

Chris

￥11,861

￥13,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a shower area.

Two blue doors with numbers 103 and 102, flanked by windows with blinds.

A walk-in closet with wooden shelves and a mirrored door.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a covered walkway.

4. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

3.8 km from Camera Obscura

Anastasia

￥15,347

￥30,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a compact kitchen area, and a mirror.

A Star Motel with a prominent sign, a balcony, and a tall chimney.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator.

A motel sign with the name 'Star Motel' in large, bold letters.

5. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 7.7 km from Camera Obscura

May

￥21,190

￥24,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A buffet counter with coffee machines, a TV, and various food items.

The Stanyan Park Hotel facade with a prominent entrance, large windows, and two potted trees.

A golf course with a pond, trees, and a path.

A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

6. Stanyan Park Hotel

5.4 km from Camera Obscura

Christopher

￥35,732

￥41,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A reception desk with a glass display case containing potted plants, a coffee station with a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted trash can.

A bathroom with a granite countertop, a white sink, a microwave, and a cabinet with towels.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a globe, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

A white SUV parked in a multi-level parking garage.

7. Castle Inn

Nob Hill, 8.2 km from Camera Obscura

Arlene

￥18,226

￥21,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a wine bottle.

A dining table with a bottle of wine, a vase with roses, and a fruit bowl. There is a receipt and a pen on the table.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, refrigerator, and microwave.

8. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Marina District, 7.1 km from Camera Obscura

Margarita

￥23,039

￥26,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a view of the city from the window, a chandelier, and a mirror on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

A well-lit living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area. There are large windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

9. Hotel Drisco

Pacific Heights, 6.4 km from Camera Obscura

Geoffrey

￥108,757

￥126,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A street with cars parked on the side, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A modern bathroom with a patterned floor, a sink with a mirror, and a ceiling light fixture.

A modern, compact room with a desk, chair, and a blue sofa.

10. La Casa Inn

Marina District, 8 km from Camera Obscura

Kim

￥19,768

￥22,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor cafe with brick walls, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a tray of food, a lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

A bar area with three black barstools, a wooden counter, and a shelf stocked with liquor bottles.

A spacious bar area with high wooden beams, a brick wall, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and tables.

11. Argonaut Hotel

Fisherman's Wharf, 8.8 km from Camera Obscura

Vickie

￥39,034

￥52,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A wooden outdoor bar set with a variety of snacks, wine glasses, and bottles in a bucket.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

A traditional interior with a wooden floor, a round table with a blue vase, and a stained glass door.

A spacious living room with a grand piano, a staircase, and a cozy seating area.

12. Parker Guest House San Francisco

7.7 km from Camera Obscura

Tom

￥36,187

￥42,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

A modern hotel lobby with teal chairs, a large TV screen, and a decorative wall with shelves.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.

13. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Nob Hill, 8.2 km from Camera Obscura

Sebastian Pablo

￥20,685

￥24,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

A historic building with a corner entrance, large windows, and a fire escape.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, a black door with a circular design, and an exit sign above a door in the distance.

14. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

8 km from Camera Obscura

Shannon

￥16,790

￥19,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

A room with a large window, a table with chairs, and a view of buildings and mountains.

A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a kettle, and a small refrigerator. There is a wooden shelf with books and a potted plant. A colorful welcome sign is on the wall.

A hallway with a wall-mounted bulletin board and a fireplace.

15. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Cow Hollow, 8.1 km from Camera Obscura

Susan

￥14,080

￥16,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A covered outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by chairs, under a metal roof with a weather vane.

A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a lighthouse in the background.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a coastal area, a bed, and a bedside lamp.

A grand staircase with a modern design, flanked by two chairs and two potted plants.

16. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fisherman's Wharf, 8.5 km from Camera Obscura

Janelle

￥141,428

￥166,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A building facade with a blue ornate entrance, a sign reading "Monte Cristo," and two potted plants on the ground.

A cozy living room with two leather armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a brick fireplace.

A room with floral wallpaper, a sofa with red and white cushions, a red ottoman, a wooden chair, a small table with a vase, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

17. The Monte Cristo

6 km from Camera Obscura

Hilary

￥43,394

￥51,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A window with the inscription "The Grove Inn 890" and a brass light fixture above it.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a laptop on a desk.

A building facade with a brick exterior, a white entrance with a number '890' above the door, and two flags above the entrance.

18. The Grove Inn

7.2 km from Camera Obscura

Heather

￥24,489

￥28,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a lobby, flanked by ornate columns and potted plants.

A formal dining room with long tables, chandeliers, and classic decor.

A wooden board with a variety of cheeses, fruits, and crackers on a glass table.

A hotel entrance with an American flag, a marquee sign, and well-manicured landscaping.

19. Hotel Majestic

7.8 km from Camera Obscura

Donald

￥22,527

￥26,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A cobblestone street lined with flower-covered buildings, a welcoming archway, and a sign reading "Office."

A person sitting on a red staircase with a dog.

A building with a red door, a staircase, and a palm tree in the background.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and a window overlooking a garden.

20. Marina Motel

Marina District, 6.5 km from Camera Obscura

Sergiy

￥20,800

￥24,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Camera Obscura

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Ocean Inn	7.8 Good 274 reviews	View
The SeaScape Inn	7.8 Good 997 reviews	View
Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway	6.8 812 reviews	View
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality	9.8 Exceptional 94 reviews	View
Star Motel	9.4 Exceptional 657 reviews	View

Top Camera Obscura Hotel Reviews

The SeaScape Inn

8/10 Good

"This is a perfectly nice hotel. It’s safe, clean, pretty quiet (ask for a room in the back) comfortable, and there’s free parking. The rooms are good sized. There’s a coffee shop down stairs, (Java Beach Cafe) the N Judah muni line right in front and the beach is a block away. This is a quiet residential neighborhood - great fish restaurant nearby- Hook Fish. The only major attractions it’s close to are GGP and the zoo (kinda?) but it’s a nice, quiet, safe place to stay. The only thing I didn’t like was that the lights for reading in bed are in the ceiling, so it’s pretty bright. If you want a lower, more direct light, bring a headlamp."

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel for the price in such a convenient location. We loved the pool, which was a great temperature in mid October. Staff was very helpful and kind, and the number of staff/security in the lobby made it feel very secure."

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

8/10 Good

"Amazing triple room with dune view. Parking was okay depending on the time of day. Stairs were past dirty and had cans mixed with different trash. Homeless people fought on the corner that we were put as we were coming in for the night. Had to park close to them, security, cameras, and better lighting would help with guests feeling secure"

Mirage Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great place!"

Golden Gate Park Sweet Home-3 bedrooms-4 blocks to Golden Gate Park

10/10 Excellent

"Very spacious residence with 3 bedrooms of ample size. Quiet neighborhood not far from restaurants and supermarket."

My Rosegarden Guest Rooms

10/10 Excellent

"A private home in the Richmond District, just a stone's throw from the Presidio's southern border. Lovingly maintained. This is a nice place to stay if you're OK with being a bit off the SF tourist track. A sumptuous breakfast every day at 8:00 AM. Loved the fog and the foghorns! You're that close to the ocean and the Golden Gate."

Golden Gate Park Private Master Suite-10MIN to Golden Gate Park

8/10 Good

"Nice but small space. Very clean."

CASABLANCA- Grand Edwardian View Home

10/10 Excellent

"Be aware that this is a difficult street for walking due to the steep incline."

Explore ocean beach and San Francisco Zoo Private 3BD/1BA<br>

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our time in the house. The location was great."

Other attractions near Camera Obscura

The Golden Gate Bridge spanning a body of water with mountains in the background and green trees in the foreground.

Lands End Lookout

From shipwrecks to the Sutro Baths, find adventure and plenty of photo opportunities around every corner in San Francisco’s stunning coastal park.

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A windmill surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

Dutch Windmill

After visiting Dutch Windmill, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

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Cliff House

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Cliff House. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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Sutro Baths Ruins

After visiting Sutro Baths Ruins, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco.

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Sutro Heights Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Sutro Heights Park, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art scene.

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Seal Rocks Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seal Rocks Beach during your trip to San Francisco?

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Queen Wilhelmina Garden

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Queen Wilhelmina Garden, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art scene.

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Lands End Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lands End Beach during your trip to San Francisco?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Camera Obscura?

Camera Obscura is located in a scenic area of San Francisco known for its beautiful ocean views and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Camera Obscura?

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Camera Obscura. Other good options within 5 miles include The SeaScape Inn and Ocean Inn.

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

Expedia has 7 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, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Camera Obscura.

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

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Camera Obscura, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Camera Obscura?

Legion of Honor, De Young Museum, and California Academy of Sciences feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Golden Gate Bridge, Point Bonita Lighthouse, and Fort Point National Historical Site are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at The Fillmore, Castro Theatre, and Bay Area Theatresports.

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Our top choices for Camera Obscura hotels

1. Ocean Inn

2. The SeaScape Inn

3. Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

4. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

5. Star Motel

6. Stanyan Park Hotel

7. Castle Inn

8. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

9. Hotel Drisco

10. La Casa Inn

11. Argonaut Hotel

12. Parker Guest House San Francisco

13. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

14. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

15. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

16. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

17. The Monte Cristo

18. The Grove Inn

19. Hotel Majestic

20. Marina Motel

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Top Camera Obscura Hotel Reviews

The SeaScape Inn

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

Mirage Inn and Suites

Golden Gate Park Sweet Home-3 bedrooms-4 blocks to Golden Gate Park

My Rosegarden Guest Rooms

Golden Gate Park Private Master Suite-10MIN to Golden Gate Park

CASABLANCA- Grand Edwardian View Home

Explore ocean beach and San Francisco Zoo Private 3BD/1BA<br>

Other attractions near Camera Obscura

Lands End Lookout

Dutch Windmill

Cliff House

Sutro Baths Ruins

Sutro Heights Park

Seal Rocks Beach

Queen Wilhelmina Garden

Lands End Beach

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