- FIFA World Cup 2026 · Miami Host City
Miami
World Cup 2026 Accommodations Near Hard Rock Stadium
Hard Rock Stadium hosts 7 matches — June 15 to July 18, including Brazil vs. Scotland, Portugal vs. Colombia, and the Bronze Final. Private vacation rentals across South Florida, book direct with no platform fees.
Miami World Cup 2026 accommodations are selling out fast — and for good reason. Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens will host 7 matches between June 15 and July 18, 2026, including Brazil vs. Scotland, Portugal vs. Colombia, and the Bronze Final (third-place match). Miami is one of the most competitive host cities to find accommodation, with fans from dozens of countries booking months in advance.
This guide helps families, couples, and groups find the best vacation rental for their stay. We cover every relevant neighborhood — Downtown Miami, Midtown/Wynwood, Sunny Isles, Aventura, Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Pompano Beach — with real distances to the stadium, transport tips for matchday, and direct links to our available properties. All rentals are privately managed, pet-friendly options vary, and you can book directly without platform fees.
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each area
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Downtown
& Midtown
Downtown Miami puts you at the center of everything. The official FIFA Fan Festival at Bayfront Park is free to enter and located right in the neighborhood — massive screens, local food, and live entertainment on non-matchday evenings. From Downtown, Hard Rock Stadium is roughly 30–40 minutes by car via I-95 North, or you can take the Metrorail to Golden Glades and connect to Metrobus 297.
Midtown and Wynwood add street murals, independent restaurants, and rooftop bars. The Design District is a short drive for high-end shopping. Best base if you want to combine matchdays with Miami nightlife and culture.
Drive to stadium
30–40 min normal · 60–75 min matchday
Transit option
Metrorail → Golden Glades → Metrobus 297
FIFA Fan Festival
Bayfront Park — free entry, live screens
Rideshare cost
~$50–65 to Hard Rock on matchday
Miami Downtown 1BR – Rooftop Pool & Free Parking
1 bed | 1 bath | 4 guests
Miami Midtown Studio – Near Wynwood & Design District
Studio | 1 bath | 2 guests
Coconut Grove Miami Vacation Rental
1 beds | 2 baths | 6 guests
Sunny Isles
& Aventura
Sunny Isles and Aventura offer the ideal combination for World Cup travelers: oceanfront or ocean-view rentals with easy freeway access to Miami Gardens. The Aventura Mall is minutes away for shopping and dining between matchdays, and the beach is right outside your door.
Brightline advantage: Aventura has a Brightline station with official event-day shuttles to Hard Rock Stadium — one of the most convenient transit options available for the entire tournament.
Drive to stadium
25–30 min normal · 50–60 min matchday
Aventura Station → official FIFA shuttle
Metrorail → Golden Glades → Metrobus 297
Between matchdays
Aventura Mall, beach, restaurants
Rideshare cost
~$40–55 to Hard Rock on matchday
Sunny Isles Beach Vacation Rental
3 beds | 1 baths | 5 guests
Sunny Isles 1BR – Near Beach & Aventura Mall
1 bed | 1 bath | 2 guests
Aventura 2 Bedroom Vacation Rental
2 bed | 2 bath | 2 guests
Aventura 3 Bedroom Vacation Rental
3 bed | 2 bath | 6 guests
Hollywood
& Hallandale
If stadium proximity is your priority, Hollywood and Hallandale Beach are the best-positioned neighborhoods in South Florida. Hard Rock Stadium is just 15–20 minutes north via I-95 — the shortest drive of any beach area on this list.
Both areas offer oceanfront condos and vacation homes with pools, a quieter beach atmosphere compared to Miami Beach, and easy access to Fort Lauderdale and Miami alike. Hollywood Beach’s famous Broadwalk is a great place to spend the day between matches.
Drive to stadium
15–20 min normal · 35–45 min matchday
Beach access
Hollywood Broadwalk — walkable & family-friendly
Beach access
Hollywood Broadwalk — walkable & family-friendly
Property types
Oceanfront condos, homes with private pools
Rideshare cost
~$25–40 to Hard Rock on matchday
Hollywood FL Vacation Home – Private Pool
3 beds | 2 baths | 8 guests
Hollywood Beach Condo – Oceanfront
1 beds | 1 baths | 6 guests
Hallandale Beach 3BR Vacation Rental
3 beds | 3 baths | 6 guests
Beachwalk Resort Hallandale Beach 2BR
3 beds | 2 baths | 6 guests
Fort
Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale sits about 35–40 minutes south of Hard Rock Stadium on a normal day. What it offers that Miami can’t: significantly more space per dollar, larger vacation homes with private pools, a calmer beach environment, and a fantastic restaurant scene along Las Olas Boulevard.
It’s the top choice for families traveling with kids, larger groups of 6–10 guests, or anyone planning a longer stay who wants the comforts of a vacation home rather than a hotel-style condo. The Brightline also connects Fort Lauderdale to Aventura’s event shuttle.
Drive to stadium
30–40 min normal · 60–70 min matchday
Brightline option
Ft. Lauderdale station → Aventura → FIFA shuttle
Between matchdays
Las Olas Blvd, beach, Fort Lauderdale marina
Rideshare cost
~$55–70 to Hard Rock on matchday
Fort Lauderdale 2BR Near the Beach – Sleeps 6
2 beds | 2 baths | 6 guests
Hollywood FL Vacation Home – Private Pool
3 beds | 2 baths | 8 guests
Pompano
& Lighthouse Pt
Pompano Beach and nearby Lighthouse Point offer some of the best-value waterfront vacation rentals in South Florida, including properties with private docks on the Intracoastal Waterway. The beach is uncrowded, the neighborhood is residential and safe, and you’re roughly 40 minutes from Hard Rock Stadium.
For fans planning to attend 2–3 matches and spend the rest of the trip relaxing, Pompano is an excellent strategic base. Less hustle than Miami, more character than a hotel strip.
Drive to stadium
~40 min normal · 65–75 min matchday
Highlights
Private docks, Intracoastal waterway access
Value
Best price-per-sqft of all areas on this list
Rideshare cost
~$60–75 to Hard Rock on matchday
Pompano Beach Waterfront – Private Dock + Pool
3 beds | 2 baths | 8 guests
Pompano Beach 3BR Near the Beach – Sleeps 8
3 beds | 2 baths | 8 guests
Lighthouse Point Vacation Rental with Pool
3 beds | 3 baths | 8 guests
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All properties privately managed. Book direct for better rates and flexible check-in around your match dates.
- Matchday Guide
How to nail
matchday logistics
South Florida traffic on matchday is no joke. Tips from fans who attended
Copa América 2024 and Club World Cup 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium.
Leave 90 minutes early
Stadium parking is gone
Brightline is your friend
Security takes real time
South Florida summer heat
FIFA Fan Festival — free
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World Cup stays
All properties privately managed. Book direct for better rates and flexible check-in around your match dates.
Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens — officially referred to as “Miami Stadium” by FIFA during the tournament. Address: 347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens, FL 33056.
Miami will host 7 matches total: 4 group stage games, 1 Round of 32, 1 Quarterfinal, and the Bronze Final (third-place match) on July 18, 2026.
June 15 (Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay), June 21 (Uruguay vs. Cape Verde), June 24 (Brazil vs. Scotland), June 27 (Colombia vs. Portugal), July 3 (Round of 32), July 11 (Quarterfinal), and July 18 (Bronze Final).
Hollywood Beach and Hallandale Beach are the closest beach areas, roughly 15–20 minutes north on a normal day. Sunny Isles and Aventura are about 25–30 minutes away and offer the added advantage of the Brightline shuttle connection.
Yes. The most reliable options are: Metrorail to Golden Glades + Metrobus 297, and the Brightline train to Aventura Station + official FIFA event-day shuttle to the stadium. Both avoid highway traffic.
Expect surge pricing. From Downtown Miami or Midtown: $50–65. From Sunny Isles/Aventura: $40–55. From Hollywood/Hallandale: $25–40. Book in advance or use the Brightline to avoid surge pricing.
Now. Miami is one of the most in-demand host cities, and July dates (Quarterfinal + Bronze Final) are especially scarce. Properties for June 15, June 27 (Portugal vs. Colombia), and the July knockout matches are going fast.
Yes — especially for families and larger groups. Fort Lauderdale is about 35–40 minutes from Hard Rock Stadium on a normal day and offers larger vacation homes with private pools at better prices than Miami proper.
The official FIFA Fan Festival is at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami. It’s free to enter and features live match broadcasts on large screens, food, and entertainment. It’s a great option for fans without match tickets or as a pre/post-game gathering spot.
For families and groups of 4 or more, vacation rentals offer significantly more space, a full kitchen, a private pool in many cases, and no per-person hotel surcharges. They’re also better positioned in residential neighborhoods with easier parking or access to transit.
Yes — our properties are available for flexible booking. Check availability on each listing page or contact us directly for short stays around specific match dates.
Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach are top choices for families — more space, bigger homes, quieter beaches, and a great base for day trips to Miami between matches. Hollywood Beach is also excellent and sits closer to the stadium.