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๐Ÿจ Where to Stay

Four areas to base yourself for Los Angeles World Cup 2026 โ€” with transit access, hotel picks, and honest trade-offs.

Inglewood Downtown LA Hollywood Santa Monica

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Where to Book

Closest to SoFi Stadium
Inglewood
Walking distance to SoFi Stadium
Inglewood โ€” south of LAX โ€” has been transformed by SoFi Stadium and the Hollywood Park development. Hotels in walking distance of the venue. Limited but growing dining (Roscoe's Chicken & Waffles, taquerias along Manchester Blvd). The Metro K Line connects Inglewood to LAX and Downtown LA. Best for visitors prioritizing easy match-day commutes over neighborhood character.
0โ€“1 mi
to SoFi
Walk
on match day
$180โ€“350
per night avg
Hampton Inn & Suites LAX/El Segundoโ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$220/night
Renaissance Los Angeles Airportโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$260/night
Hyatt House LAX / El Segundoโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$240/night
Local Inglewood VRBOs (entire homes)limited supply ยท book early
Best All-Round
Downtown LA (DTLA)
Metro K + A Line direct to SoFi ยท 30โ€“40 min
Downtown LA is the best base for most visitors โ€” Metro Rail terminus, dense restaurants and bars (Bestia, Bavel, Grand Central Market), arts and culture (Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Broad), and direct rail access to SoFi via the K and A lines. Stay here if you want LA culture by day and easy stadium access by transit.
~14 mi
to SoFi
35โ€“45 min
by Metro
$220โ€“500
per night avg
The Westin Bonaventureโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$280/night ยท 32-floor cylindrical icon
Conrad Los Angelesโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$450/night ยท The Grand by Frank Gehry
JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVEโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$400/night ยท LA Live entertainment district
Hotel Per LAโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$320/night ยท boutique historic
Ace Hotel Downtownโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$290/night ยท rooftop pool
Entertainment & Walkable
Hollywood
Metro Red Line ยท 50 min to SoFi by transit
Hollywood is where international visitors who want the LA-of-movies experience should stay. Walk of Fame, the Roosevelt Hotel, Sunset Strip nightlife, and Hollywood Bowl all walkable. Metro Red Line goes Downtown, then transfer for SoFi. Better for nightlife and tourist sights than for stadium days. Mid-range hotels here give you LA character at a reasonable price.
~16 mi
to SoFi
50 min
by Metro
$200โ€“400
per night avg
The Hollywood Rooseveltโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$350/night ยท iconic since 1927
Loews Hollywoodโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$320/night ยท attached to Dolby Theatre
The Godfrey Hotel Hollywoodโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$260/night ยท rooftop pool
W Hollywoodโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$420/night ยท on Hollywood/Vine Metro
Beach & Premium
Santa Monica & Venice
No direct rail to SoFi ยท rideshare 30โ€“50 min
Santa Monica is the LA beach experience โ€” the Pier, the Promenade, walking to Venice along the Pacific. Premium hotels with ocean views. The Metro Expo Line connects Santa Monica to Downtown, but getting to SoFi requires transferring or rideshare. Best for visitors who want LA + beach + a non-match-day relaxation focus.
~14 mi
to SoFi
35โ€“60 min
by rideshare
$300โ€“800
per night avg
Shutters on the Beachโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$700/night ยท directly on the sand
Hotel Casa del Marโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$650/night ยท 1926 oceanfront
Loews Santa Monicaโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$450/night ยท oceanfront
Hotel Erwin (Venice)โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… ยท ~$320/night ยท rooftop bar

Alternative Options

VRBO & Apartments

For groups, families, or week-long stays, apartment rentals in Hollywood, Silver Lake, or West LA offer significantly more space at lower per-person cost. LA has excellent VRBO supply.

Booking Smart

Tips for World Cup Stays

01Book NOW. LA has 100,000+ hotel rooms but match weeks (especially USA's opener Jun 12, USA's second match Jun 25, and the Quarterfinal on Jul 10) will sell out months in advance.
02Refundable rates are worth the small premium. Schedule changes happen.
03Inglewood hotel supply is thin โ€” book Inglewood the moment you commit, or accept a 30+ min transit commute from elsewhere.
04Compare VRBO and hotels for groups of 4+. A 3-bedroom Hollywood VRBO at $500/night is $125/person/night โ€” usually cheaper than 4 hotel rooms.
05Consider LAX-area hotels โ€” Embassy Suites, Hyatt, Marriott LAX are 5โ€“10 min from SoFi by rideshare and easy for international arrivals.