Title: Visit Occidental: 2026 Travel Guide for Occidental, Cartago Province | Expedia.com [Hotels in Occidental](https://expedia.com/Occidental-Hotels.d828941930642550784.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Occidental](https://expedia.com/Occidental-Vacation-Rentals.d828941930642550784.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Occidental](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Occidental.d828941930642550784.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Occidental](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Occidental.d828941930642550784.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Occidental](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Occidental.d828941930642550784.Car-Rental-Guide)[Occidental Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Occidental.d828941930642550784.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Occidental ## Travel Guide ![Cartago](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051371/d4a76a74-861a-4d24-9c9a-aab51ab93b9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cartago](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051371/d4a76a74-861a-4d24-9c9a-aab51ab93b9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Occidental Things to do - Occidental Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Occidental ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1039800/1039787/6dfcadbb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia $102 nightly $115 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,096 reviews) Clean rooms. TVs outdated not capable of streaming services. Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=1039787&PinnedHotelID=1039787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=828941930642550784) ![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/85eda134_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barceló San José Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose $69 nightly $77 total Mar 12 - Mar 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,898 reviews) All the above Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F12%2F2026&endDate=3%2F13%2F2026&selected=788912&PinnedHotelID=788912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=828941930642550784) ![Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546600/115546556/33a8a96f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia $147 nightly $166 total Mar 12 - Mar 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews) Rooms were clean and as advertised. The staff was super helpful. Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F12%2F2026&endDate=3%2F13%2F2026&selected=115546556&PinnedHotelID=115546556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=828941930642550784) [See all 1,058 properties in Occidental](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026®ionId=828941930642550784) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34100/34084/e4865290_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio East side of Costa Rica Country Club San Rafael Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (961 reviews) Lots of decent amenities. Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels-Apartotel-Suites-Villas-Del-Rio.h34084.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9426100/9426098/5a6d5ca0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina 300 meters north ICE building San José San Jose Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (737 reviews) Spotless, great breakfast and service Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Suites-Cristina.h9426098.Hotel-Information) ![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/18ff5a1b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante San José, Barrio Escalante. San José San José Stay at this apartment in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (238 reviews) As advertised. Easy check in process Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels-The-Train-Apartments-Barrio-Escalante.h67550811.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Occidental](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=828941930642550784&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Occidental hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[Feb 10 - Feb 11](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[Feb 11 - Feb 12](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Cartago Sports Center Catch an event at Cartago Sports Center during your trip to Cartago. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Cartago-Sports-Center-Occidental.d887618236001374208.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Irazú Volcano National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869024/b449ffb6-3bd7-48af-86dd-780aa0713e60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Irazú Volcano National Park (Half Day) $99 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/irazu-volcano-national-park-half-day.a2869024.activity-details) ![Irazu volcano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869020/ec1e3dd8-0677-4c66-80a2-6685bb821b9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4 in 1 : Irazu + Orosi + Lankaster + Lake Cachi with Lunch $150 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/4-in-1-irazu-orosi-lankaster-lake-cachi-with-lunch.a2869020.activity-details) ![Volcán Irazu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1352297/719087ee-a112-4a6f-8b87-40c71e626858.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day Trip from San Jose to Irazu Volcano National Park, Cartago City and Orosi Valley $199 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-from-san-jose-to-irazu-volcano-national-park.a1352297.activity-details) [See all activities in Occidental](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Occidental.d828941930642550784.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Occidental ![Volcan Irazú au Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051371/560ce70f-e1ee-4ddc-bd44-137b512bd936.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cartago ![Parroquia Dulce Nombre de Jesus, Jicaral, Jicaral, Puntarenas, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828886460616609792/61503f02-67ac-4515-a842-8e350427792a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dulce Nombre ![Just get married. Not a cliché or anything. Built in 1569, host of the most beautiful and traditional #weddings #church #colonial ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051371/bb488176-5d68-4252-881f-8044e12dc866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Nicolás ![Scintillant hummingbird ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828942087339667456/afbad812-f084-4e9e-9e5e-051ba411662a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### El Tejar - Cities near Occidental - Places of interest [Cartago](https://expedia.com/Cartago.dx6051371)[Dulce Nombre](https://expedia.com/Dulce-Nombre.dx828886460616609792)[San Nicolás](https://expedia.com/San-Nicolas.dx828941585061277696)[El Tejar](https://expedia.com/El-Tejar.dx828942087339667456) - [Cartago Sports Center ](https://expedia.com/Cartago-Sports-Center-Occidental.d887618236001374208.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sabana Park ](https://expedia.com/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Vacation-Attraction) - [Multiplaza Mall Escazu ](https://expedia.com/Multiplaza-Mall-Escazu-San-Jose.d6128290.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Stadium of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-La-Sabana.d6101134.Vacation-Attraction) - [Braulio Carrillo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Braulio-Carrillo-National-Park-Costa-Rica.d6101121.Vacation-Attraction) - [Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu ](https://expedia.com/Parque-Nacional-Volcan-Irazu-San-Jose.d6101086.Vacation-Attraction) - [Avenida Escazú Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Avenida-Escazu-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248634304708374.Vacation-Attraction) - [Central Park ](https://expedia.com/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Vacation-Attraction) - [Costa Rica Convention Center ](https://expedia.com/Costa-Rica-Convention-Center-San-Jose.d553248635934140764.Vacation-Attraction) - [Plaza Real Cariari ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Real-Cariari-San-Jose.d6193950.Vacation-Attraction) - [Irazu Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Irazu-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Rosa.d6255883.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Museum of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Vacation-Attraction) - [Estadio Nacional ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Nacional-La-Sabana.d6298647.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Theater ](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hospital Cima San José ](https://expedia.com/Hospital-Cima-San-Jose-San-Jose.d553248633958218823.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mercado Central ](https://expedia.com/Mercado-Central-Merced.d502512.Vacation-Attraction) - [Museum of Costa Rican Art ](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Costa-Rican-Art-La-Sabana.d6071335.Vacation-Attraction) - [Morazan Park ](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Pedro Mall ](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro-Mall-San-Jose.d6071343.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d502513.Vacation-Attraction) - [Turrialba Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Turrialba-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Cruz-de-Turrialba.d6223520.Vacation-Attraction) - [Clinica Biblica Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Clinica-Biblica-Hospital-Catedral.d674564751422951424.Vacation-Attraction) - [Our Lady of the Angels Basilica ](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-The-Angels-Basilica-Oriental.d6101082.Vacation-Attraction) - [Casa Amarilla ](https://expedia.com/Casa-Amarilla-Carmen.d553248621532965396.Vacation-Attraction) - [Palace of Sports ](https://expedia.com/Palace-Of-Sports-San-Jose.d6101120.Vacation-Attraction) - [Spirogyra Butterfly Garden ](https://expedia.com/Spirogyra-Butterfly-Garden-Tournon.d502516.Vacation-Attraction) - [Plaza de la Cultura ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-De-La-Cultura-Catedral.d507593.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pedregal Event Center ](https://expedia.com/Pedregal-Event-Center-San-Jose.d853588141794525184.Vacation-Attraction) - [Parque Nacional Tapantí-Macizo Cerro de la Muerte ](https://expedia.com/Parque-Nacional-Tapanti-Macizo-Cerro-De-La-Muerte-Agua-Caliente.d553248621532964608.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Park ](https://expedia.com/National-Park-Carmen.d507594.Vacation-Attraction) - [Jade Museum ](https://expedia.com/Jade-Museum-Catedral.d502503.Vacation-Attraction) - [City Place Santa Ana ](https://expedia.com/City-Place-Santa-Ana-San-Jose.d626568616533585920.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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