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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions on Hotels.com. These hotels close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 12, 2026.

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 interior with yellow and black chairs, wooden tables, and a patterned rug.

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

Thomas

CNY1,050

CNY1,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A grand lobby with a central floral arrangement, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a plaid sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large mirror.

A restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a wooden ladder, and a bar counter.

2. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.6 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Beverly

CNY3,137

CNY3,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a blue toaster. A grey sofa with checkered cushions is positioned against a wall, and a floor lamp is visible to the right.

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

Kyle

CNY1,058

CNY1,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue furniture, and a large window.

4. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.6 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Ilana

CNY1,392

CNY1,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

A bar area with a wine rack, seating, and decorative elements.

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

5. 100 Princes Street

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

Heather Michelle

CNY3,290

CNY4,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A bar area with red chairs and a long counter, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

6. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

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

Maxwell

CNY1,722

CNY2,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

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

7. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

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

OZAN

CNY1,434

CNY1,807 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

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

8. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

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

Nicholas

CNY1,167

CNY1,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

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

9. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

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

ØYVIND

CNY1,643

CNY2,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern interior with a marble bar, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A staircase with a golden handrail leading to a kitchen area with white cabinets and a stainless steel sink.

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

A bar with a glass front, wicker furniture, and a potted plant outside.

10. Eden Locke

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

Chantelle

CNY1,033

CNY1,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mural.

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

11. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

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

Christine

CNY1,727

CNY2,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a corner building with a distinctive tower and a shop with a sign reading "HENDRONS".

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel range hood, and a black telephone. There is a dining area with a glass table, two chairs, and a bowl of fruit. Large windows provide a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

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

12. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.6 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Frederic

CNY1,125

CNY1,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A neatly made bed with a folded towel, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a vase with flowers.

A modern living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

A modern living room with a dining table, a vase of flowers, and a fruit bowl. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp.

13. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.5 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Anthony

CNY1,069

CNY1,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A window with two potted plants and a view of a historic castle.

A room with a large window, a round table with two mugs, a chair, and a potted plant.

A spiral staircase with a wooden handrail and metal balusters, leading to a landing with a small mirror and framed pictures on the walls.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a large potted plant.

14. No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

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

Marcy

CNY1,097

CNY1,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

A dining table set for six with a candle, surrounded by modern chairs, in a room with large windows and a stone wall.

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.

15. Ten Hill Place, WorldHotels Distinctive

Southside, 0.8 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Colleen

CNY1,133

CNY1,427 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with orange and white bedding, a kitchenette, and a dark door.

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

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

16. Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

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

Jeff

CNY1,082

CNY1,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious indoor patio with a high ceiling, featuring a central round table surrounded by wicker chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and various potted plants.

A modern indoor seating area with two chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a glass ceiling.

A room with a large window, a fireplace, and a chair with a cushion.

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with steps.

17. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

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

Paul

CNY1,427

CNY1,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A bar area with a marble countertop, various bottles, a beer tap, and a decorative glass bowl with greenery.

A room with a fireplace, red and green upholstered seating, patterned wallpaper, and a geometric floor design.

A building with the sign "Tiger Lily" above the entrance. There are flower boxes with pink flowers on the windowsills.

18. Tigerlily

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

Crystal

CNY1,423

CNY1,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A dining area with a table set for a meal, a sofa, and a cabinet with a sign.

19. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

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

Sandra

CNY879

CNY1,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a wooden wardrobe, and a balcony with a view of a cityscape.

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.

20. Roomzzz Edinburgh

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

Kimberly

CNY1,056

CNY1,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

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Market Street Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,536 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Edinburgh Nine	9.6 Exceptional 102 reviews	View
RÌGH Residences	9.8 Exceptional 343 reviews	View
100 Princes Street	9.8 Exceptional 78 reviews	View

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

Guests love staying at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, which is a hotel near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.
Another highly rated hotel is Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, which is just steps away.
In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 5,657 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

You can find different room prices based on when and where you want to go. Simply sort by price on the search results and filter by your preferred criteria to find the best options for you and your budget.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY878

What cheap hotels are close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

Motel One Edinburgh-Princes is a budget-friendly hotel near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and offers a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli.
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile is another low-cost option just steps away.

Can I find hotels close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions that are fully refundable?

Yes, you'll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions that offer these rates are Virgin Hotels Edinburgh and Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh.

What are the best romantic hotels near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

For travelers looking for a romantic stay, Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge. It's steps from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel is another great choice, and it's just steps away.

What are the best hotels close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions with free breakfast?

You can enjoy a free continental breakfast at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square, which is a short walk from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.
Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh is also a recommended place to stay with a free continental breakfast, and it's located 10 minutes away on foot.

Which hotels near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with city views at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, which is steps from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.
Also recommended is Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh, which has rooms with city or courtyard views.

What are the best family hotels close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh which offers free cribs and children's meals. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is just steps away.
Also consider Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best luxury hotels near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, which is steps from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and has 2 restaurants including Commons Club Restaurant where you can enjoy a convenient meal.
Another upscale property is Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions with free parking?

If you're traveling by car, Twelve Picardy Place Hotel offers free parking and you'll be a 16-minute walk from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.
Fountain Court Apartments - Grove Executive also has free parking and is 19 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions with a pool?

If swimming is at the top of your list, Apex Grassmarket Hotel has an indoor pool. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is The Balmoral Hotel.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

You may also want to see top attractions near Camera Obscura and World of Illusions like Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street.
Other places in the area are University of Edinburgh, Murrayfield Stadium, and Grassmarket.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Camera Obscura and World of Illusions?

Your pet companion can join you at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, which is steps from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.
Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh is another pet-friendly option. The hotel provides food and water bowls.

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