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A modern lounge area with contemporary furniture, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A bathroom with two large, dark stone sinks, a mirror, and a towel rack.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window.

A balcony with seating, a potted plant, and a view of the cityscape.

1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Will and

฿9,238

฿11,639 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a stone building in the background.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a sink.

A modern loft-style apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a staircase.

A modern bar area with a neon sign, a menu board, and a staircase leading to other rooms.

2. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Philip

฿7,782

฿9,806 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A historic stone building with a large window and a view of a castle on a hill.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

A bedroom with a large window, a blue headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a neatly made bed with rolled towels.

A modern room with a sofa, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with a view of parked cars.

3. Edinburgh Nine

Tollcross, 0.5 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Steve

฿5,546

฿6,988 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs, a small table with a cup and snacks, and a view of a castle-like building in the background.

A hallway with a patterned rug, wooden bookshelves, a reception desk, and a blue carpeted area.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

A restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging light fixtures, and bar area with shelves of bottles.

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Kerry

฿12,803

฿16,132 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hallway with a dark wall, a radiator, and a door leading to a room with patterned wallpaper.

A room with a large window, a bathtub, a chair, and a bedside table.

A building entrance with a sign reading "Linton Collection No 28".

A view of a historic building with a prominent clock tower and a flag, seen through a window with a curtain.

5. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Marilyn

฿5,682

฿7,160 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A wedding ceremony setup with rows of chairs, floral decorations, and a backdrop of a painting.

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

6. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Suzette

฿8,500

฿10,710 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A building with a stone facade, a central entrance with a fanlight, and a signboard with the name 'Mayo.'

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and large potted plants near a window with a view of buildings.

A spacious indoor area with a long counter, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar area with shelves stocked with various items.

7. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Victoria

฿6,185

฿7,793 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a glass dining table, and a large pendant light.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel range, and a coffee machine.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass table, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a stone accent wall, a dining area with a glass table, and a hanging pendant light.

8. Destiny Scotland Charlotte SQ Apartments

New Town, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Charles

฿7,103

฿8,950 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern loft with a high ceiling, exposed stone arches, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a staircase with a metal railing, and white cabinets.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and an arched doorway leading to a bathroom.

A modern loft with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, a grey sofa, a yellow armchair, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

9. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Shelby

฿9,234

฿11,635 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern bathroom with a white marble sink, a glass-enclosed shower, and a towel rack.

10. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

New Town, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Abdulaziz

฿6,961

฿8,771 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a bathtub, and a stone wall.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a chair, and a stone wall backdrop.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with a vase, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A dining table set for two with a view of a building through a window.

11. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Rory

฿13,922

฿17,542 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A view of a historic castle from a window, with a statue in the foreground.

A dimly lit bar area with wooden furniture, stone walls, and a large poster of a mechanical device.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island with bottles, and pendant lighting.

A historic building with a prominent archway, multiple windows, and balconies with flower boxes.

12. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Russell

฿9,773

฿12,314 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-story building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and illuminated signs.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A reception desk with two staff members, a modern interior with seating, and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a television, and a view of buildings through large windows.

13. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Joao

฿6,000

฿7,560 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a television, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a glass-top dining table, and a view of the city through a large window.

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

14. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Susan

฿10,577

฿23,739 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A view of a castle through a window, with a table and some items in the foreground.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A round table with a plate of croissants, a coffee maker, and several black cups.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a built-in shelf above the sink holding glasses, a plant, and books.

15. Moment George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Malin

฿16,332

฿23,670 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A grand hallway with a marble floor, a staircase, and a decorative chandelier.

A dining area with a table set for tea, a green sofa, and a view of a castle.

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray of liquor bottles, and candle holders.

A grand entrance with columns, a sign reading "100 PRINCES STREET," and two symmetrical topiary bushes.

16. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.4 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Derek

฿23,817

฿30,010 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a view of a cityscape and tower through the window.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a store with shelves.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view to the outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, wooden shelves with decorative items, and a large window with a view.

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Suzanne

฿6,593

฿8,307 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A corner building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two nightstands, a radiator, and a wooden ceiling beam.

A wooden interior with a staircase, a black metal gate, and a stone wall.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange chairs, a glass table, and large windows with black blinds.

18. Destiny Scotland - The Malt House Apartments

West End, 0.9 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Lori

฿7,103

฿8,950 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A building entrance with a classical design, featuring a central door with a glass panel, flanked by columns, and a small window with plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa set, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A dining table with plates of food, a drink, and a book.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a bowl of oranges, and a book.

19. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Sonal

฿7,096

฿8,941 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hallway with a door leading to a balcony, a wall-mounted mirror, and a light fixture.

A modern apartment with a kitchen, a dining area, and a living room. There is a large window providing a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A historic building with multiple ground-floor establishments including 'The Doric Bar & Restaurant' and 'The Hebrides'.

20. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.4 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

George

฿6,819

฿8,592 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Top Camera Obscura and World of Illusions Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Best place and best location."

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was an absolutely beautiful hotel conveniently located across from the Edinburgh train station. It had a nice blend of old-school charm with modern style and amenities. The staff were pleasant and helpful and the view from the restaurant was breathtaking. The room had a great use of space to make it seem even bigger. The mini bar was included as well as champagne during our stay and we felt extremely pampered and like royalty."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location and services."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"excellent location and comfortable rooms. staff were exceptional and friendly."

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great spot in old town Edinburgh. Good rooms and clean"

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

8/10 Good

"This hotel is perfectly placed for those wishing toto take advantage of everything on the Royal Mile. It is ugly outside tho with scaffolding al around. No work is being done however. They could use something more to to on soelevators and the breakfast is expensive. I, however, felt safe and totally happy with my room and the location of the hotel."

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome"

YOTEL Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were amazing as well as the breakfast ! Highly recommend staying at this hotel !"

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Great location, nice hotel. Water pressure for bath and shower were very disappointing."

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8.0/10 (10 reviews)

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Find out about the history of Edinburgh when you take a trip to The Witches' Well. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

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8.8/10 (3 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1591 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

Adjacent to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, Apex Grassmarket 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. Other good options within a short distance include YOTEL Edinburgh and Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection.

How many hotels are there near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

Expedia has 1591 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.

What can I see and do near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

Study the collections at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland or Writers' Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Grassmarket to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

How can I get to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stations to Old Town Edinburgh. There might not be many public transport choices near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Camera Obscura and World of Illusions hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

2. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

3. Edinburgh Nine

4. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

6. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

7. Eden Locke

8. Destiny Scotland Charlotte SQ Apartments

9. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

10. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

11. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

12. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

13. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

14. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

15. Moment George IV Bridge

16. 100 Princes Street

17. Roomzzz Edinburgh

18. Destiny Scotland - The Malt House Apartments

19. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

20. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

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Top Camera Obscura and World of Illusions Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Market Street Hotel

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

YOTEL Edinburgh

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Other attractions near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Scotch Whisky Experience

Castlehill

Tartan Weaving Mill

The Witches' Well

Highland Tolbooth Kirk

The Hub

Witchery Tours

Church of St John the Evangelist

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