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 ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_828941930642550784) - Occidental Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Occidental ![Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1378000/1377921/1a57897e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia $103 nightly $116 total Mar 16 - Mar 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,984 reviews) Was prepared to dislike this hotel but it turned out to be ok for a nights stay after flying into San Jose in the early evening. Staff throughout stay were pleasant and helpful, rooms bordering onto pools were basic and needed refurbishment but were again OK, breakfast pleasant and the hotel had ... Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F16%2F2026&endDate=3%2F17%2F2026&selected=1377921&PinnedHotelID=1377921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=828941930642550784) ![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 Mar 6 - Mar 7 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! (3,097 reviews) Hotel itself was not too bad. However, you can hear everyones footsteps since there arent many floors or a central elevator. Also it may have been a coincidence but we had some crazy loud people late at night that woke us up. We had an early flight before 5 am so the shuttle service, a big reason ... Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F7%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 $72 nightly $81 total Mar 23 - Mar 24 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. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,899 reviews) The bed set up was wonderful for 3 people. I loved it Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F23%2F2026&endDate=3%2F24%2F2026&selected=788912&PinnedHotelID=788912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=828941930642550784) [See all 1,058 properties in Occidental](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F21%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%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. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (968 reviews) El hotel está genial, habitaciones grandes, espaciosas, cómodas y super equipadas. El personal es super amable. El desayuno es increible. 100% recomendado. Reviewed on Feb 16, 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! (744 reviews) Great value. Reviewed on Feb 18, 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 ... [](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=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21)[Feb 20 - Feb 21](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22)[Feb 21 - Feb 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828941930642550784&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22) [This 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) - [Plaza Real Cariari ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Real-Cariari-San-Jose.d6193950.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) - [Irazu Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Irazu-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Rosa.d6255883.Vacation-Attraction) - [Estadio Nacional ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Nacional-La-Sabana.d6298647.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mercado Central ](https://expedia.com/Mercado-Central-Merced.d502512.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hospital Cima San José ](https://expedia.com/Hospital-Cima-San-Jose-San-Jose.d553248633958218823.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Theater ](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.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) - [University of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d502513.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Museum of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Pedro Mall ](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro-Mall-San-Jose.d6071343.Vacation-Attraction) - [Turrialba Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Turrialba-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Cruz-de-Turrialba.d6223520.Vacation-Attraction) - [Our Lady of the Angels Basilica ](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-The-Angels-Basilica-Oriental.d6101082.Vacation-Attraction) - [Clinica Biblica Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Clinica-Biblica-Hospital-Catedral.d674564751422951424.Vacation-Attraction) - [Spirogyra Butterfly Garden ](https://expedia.com/Spirogyra-Butterfly-Garden-Tournon.d502516.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) - [Ruins of Ujarras ](https://expedia.com/Ruins-Of-Ujarras-Paraiso.d6229305.Vacation-Attraction) - [Casa Amarilla ](https://expedia.com/Casa-Amarilla-Carmen.d553248621532965396.Vacation-Attraction) - [City Place Santa Ana ](https://expedia.com/City-Place-Santa-Ana-San-Jose.d626568616533585920.Vacation-Attraction) - [Plaza de la Cultura ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-De-La-Cultura-Catedral.d507593.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Rafael-Angel-Calderon-Guardia-Hospital-Carmen.d553248622663192114.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hospital Clínica Bíblica ](https://expedia.com/Hospital-Clinica-Biblica-San-Jose.d694659674709020672.Vacation-Attraction) - [Palace of Sports ](https://expedia.com/Palace-Of-Sports-San-Jose.d6101120.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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