the Occidental provides an excellent combination of historic interest but with a plush style and feel more in keeping with the current day - we stayed at the Teddy Roosevelt Suite, which was one of the most lovely suites we have ever stayed in, the staff are really pleasant, the owner goes out of her way to give visitors advice... more

Stayed one night while traveling from Oregon to South Dakota. This is a 'must stay' for anyone who is into history. It's wonderful. more

My husband and I were travelling from Yellowstone to South Dakota, and picked the Occidental as our midway stopover because we prefer to stay at interesting places with character rather than the standard travel motel chains. The Occidental was a fabulous place to stay, and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys staying somewhere out of the ordinary. The... more

We discovered this hotel by accident (not mentioned in our guide book) as we decided to stop in Buffalo on a long trip east and stretch our legs. What a find! It's pricier than the average motel but everyone deserves this sort of treat now and then! The owner Dawn Dawson Wexo took on the historic but derelict buiding on... more

I am a fan of The Virginian (the book), and I really enjoyed visiting this hotel that was the setting for the climax of the book. more

Going to The Occidental is like a taking a trip to the past of the mythical West, and walk in rooms formerly occupied by Butch Cassidy, Calamity Jane and Buffalo Bill. Hotel Restoration performed by Dawn and her husband is phenomenal. Thursday eves at 7pm , the bar gets crowded with locals for an unforgettable Blue grass - Country Jam.... more

Wow what a treat to stay at the historic occidental hotel. This is a very special hotel which has been fully restored to its former glory by the present owner. they have made a excellant job of the restoration. we stayed in the hole in the wall room and our parents stayed in the teddy roosevelt suite. both were full... more

We stoped at the hotel on our trip from Calgary AB to Texas.  Found the hotel in AAA book and sounded neat.  It was everything and more.  It is a hotel that has been completely refurbished circa 1900.  The rooms are all furnished in period furniture. (matresses are new!!!) We had a drink in the saloon before dinner and a... more

We stayed for two nights, 18/19Sept ..Even thought I knew I wanted to stay here, I waited too long to confirm reservations so was not able to book one of the rooms I really wanted....the Cottonwood Suite(king), Hole in the Wall(queen) or the Clear Creek Suite(king)..odd they were open for Friday night but not Thursday, usually its the other way... more