{"id":64654,"date":"2026-05-14T14:29:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T14:29:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/?p=64654"},"modified":"2026-05-14T17:50:57","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T17:50:57","slug":"get-a-room-guide-countdown-to-summer-of-soccer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/get-a-room-guide-countdown-to-summer-of-soccer\/","title":{"rendered":"Get a Room Guide: Countdown to Summer of Soccer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>As kick-off approaches, Hotels.com data reveals the most popular and affordable host cities \u2014 and where to score a room<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s less than a month before summer\u2019s first major soccer matchup, but it\u2019s not too late for fans to plan their trips. Data released today by Hotels.com reveals hotel rooms in many host cities including San Francisco, Houston and Mexico City, can still be found for under $275 per night. \u00a0Meanwhile, searches for lodging are up across the board, with Kansas City (+290%*), Monterrey (+240%) and Dallas (+110%) showing big year-over-year increases for match dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Most Affordable Host Cities<sup>1<\/sup>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mexico City and Monterrey remain the most affordable North American options for lodging during the tournament, with average daily rates (ADR) under $230.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Jersey, Houston and San Francisco offer the most affordable options in the U.S. \u2013 with ADR under $270.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The most expensive host cities are Vancouver and Boston, with average daily rates around $530 and $480, respectively \u2013 likely driven by the huge influx of England and Scotland fans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Host City<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ADR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Host City<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ADR<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mexico City<\/td><td>$225<\/td><td>Los Angeles<\/td><td>$315<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Monterrey<\/td><td>$230<\/td><td>Toronto<\/td><td>$320<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>New Jersey<\/td><td>$230<\/td><td>Kansas City<\/td><td>$345<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Houston<\/td><td>$260<\/td><td>Philadelphia<\/td><td>$370<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>San Francisco<\/td><td>$270<\/td><td>Miami<\/td><td>$390<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Atlanta<\/td><td>$275<\/td><td>Seattle<\/td><td>$415<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guadalajara<\/td><td>$300<\/td><td>Boston<\/td><td>$480<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dallas<\/td><td>$305<\/td><td>Vancouver<\/td><td>$520<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Top Destinations Where International Travelers Are Flocking to<sup>2<\/sup>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>England &amp; Scotland:<\/strong> Hotels.com data shows a strong shift to Texas, with lodging searches up +695% in Dallas and +1,080%\u00a0in nearby Fort Worth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>France:<\/strong> Lodging searches for French travelers are rising fastest in Houston (+80%), Dallas (+70%) and Atlanta (+55%).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Canada:<\/strong> Canadian fans are increasingly heading south, with hotel searches up +1,620% in Kansas City, +165% in Dallas and +150% in Houston.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mexico:<\/strong> Lodging searches are soaring in Dallas (+940%), Houston (+530%) and Atlanta (+235%). Domestically, searches are up +125% for Monterrey, +75% for Guadalajara and +35% for Mexico City.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brazil:<\/strong> Brazilian fans are gravitating towards Dallas, where lodging searches are up +190%, followed by Mexico City (+65%) and Vancouver (+40%).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Australia:<\/strong> Despite the long journey, Australian fans are booking stays in Kansas City (+385%), Atlanta (+250%) and Mexico City (+210%).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Japan:<\/strong> Japanese fans are making the trip to North America, with lodging searches rising sharply in Philadelphia (+420%), New Jersey (+230%) and Toronto (+60%).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hotels.com\u2019s Top Three Travel Tips for Fans:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Staying near stadiums costs more; consider neighborhoods farther out<\/strong> and take advantage of ramped up public transportation options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Book now\u2014even if plans aren\u2019t final\u2014using Free Cancellation on Hotels.com<\/strong> for flexibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not ready to book? Turn on Price Alerts<\/strong> in the Hotels.com app and get notified when nightly rates fluctuate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It is not too late to book, these cities have availability near the matches:<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/hotels.com\/\"><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mexico City:<\/strong> Stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotels.com\/ho455708\/hotel-principal-mexico-city-mexico\/\">Hotel Principal <\/a>starting at $274 per night, including breakfast, only a 10- minute drive from the stadium.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toronto:<\/strong> Stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotels.com\/ho978572768\/the-annex-toronto-canada\/\">The Annex <\/a>starting at $323 per night, only a 20-minute drive away from the stadium.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New Jersey:<\/strong> Stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotels.com\/ho3961918112\/sense28-by-avantstay\/\">Sense28 Edgewater<\/a> starting at $300 per night, only a 25-minute drive away from the stadium.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Where are the best\u2011value soccer host cities to stay in this summer?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Mexico City and Monterrey currently offer the best value, with average daily hotel rates under $230. In the U.S., New Jersey, Houston, and San Francisco remain the most affordable host cities, all averaging under $270 per night, according to Hotels.com\u2019s Get a Room insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Which soccer host cities are the most expensive right now?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Vancouver is currently the most expensive host city, with average daily hotel rates around $520, followed by Boston at approximately $480.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Where should fans stay if hotel prices near stadiums spike?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Hotels.com recommends staying in neighborhoods or suburbs farther from stadiums, where prices tend to be lower and availability is better, particularly when supported by public transportation or short drives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: When is the best time to book hotels for major soccer events?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Right now. As fans enter the final weeks before opening matches, availability is tightening in many host cities. Booking early, even before plans are final, helps travelers secure better options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: How can fans protect themselves from price changes if plans aren\u2019t set?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Fans can book hotels with Free Cancellation on Hotels.com to lock in availability while keeping flexibility or use Price Alerts in the Hotels.com app to monitor nightly rate changes as demand evolves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: How can I score a great last-minute deal on a Hotel for the World Cup?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Travelers can save 20% or more on last minute deals when booking through Hotels.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>DISCLAIMERS:<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*Based on lodging searches made on Hotels.com global POSa from December 5, 2025 \u2013 April 19, 2026, for stays from 11 June \u2013 19 July 2026, compared to the same time frames the year prior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>1 <\/sup>Based on average daily rate changes on Hotels.com 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