The FIFA World Cup is coming to Los Angeles. Not a game or two—eight matches at SoFi Stadium between June 12 and July 10, including the USA's opening game against Paraguay and a quarterfinal slot. On top of that, the Fan Festival runs at the historic LA Memorial Coliseum from June 11–15, kicking things off before the first ball is even kicked in Inglewood.
If you're flying in to catch a game—or several—housing is your first problem to solve. Hotels near the stadium were booking out within days of the schedule announcement, and game-day prices have already spiked to 3–5x normal. But there's a smarter option most visitors haven't figured out yet: a furnished apartment in one of LA's real neighborhoods, booked for the stretch of the tournament you'll be in town for, at a fraction of the hotel cost.
This guide covers the full match schedule, the best neighborhoods to base yourself in, and the honest math on hotels vs. furnished apartments for a trip like this.
The Full 2026 World Cup Schedule in Los Angeles
All eight games are at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood—officially Los Angeles Stadium at Hollywood Park. Home of the Rams and Chargers, it seats around 70,000 and is one of the most technically advanced stadiums in the world. Here's the full confirmed schedule:
Times shown are Pacific Time (PT). The full tournament runs June 11 – July 19, 2026 across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. LA hosts through the quarterfinal on July 10—the last match before the semis move to other cities.
| Date | Stage | Match | Kickoff (PT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 12 | 🇺🇸 USMNT | USA vs. Paraguay | 6:00 PM |
| June 15 | Group Stage | Iran vs. New Zealand | 6:00 PM |
| June 18 | Group Stage | Switzerland vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina | 12:00 PM |
| June 21 | Group Stage | Belgium vs. Iran | 12:00 PM |
| June 25 | 🇺🇸 USMNT | USA vs. Türkiye | 7:00 PM |
| June 28 | Round of 32 | Group A 2nd vs. Group B 2nd | TBD |
| July 2 | Round of 32 | Group H Winner vs. Group J 2nd | 12:00 PM |
| July 10 | Quarterfinal | TBD vs. TBD | 9:00 AM |
Fan Festival: LA Memorial Coliseum, June 11–15. Free to attend. The historic Coliseum in Exposition Park transforms into a 5-day global celebration with live match broadcasts, music, food, and cultural programming. A perfect warm-up before the first game even kicks off.
The window most fans are targeting is June 12–25: the two USMNT games bookend that stretch, with three other group stage matches sandwiched in between. If you're in LA for both US games and everything in between, you're looking at one of the best sports tourism experiences this city has offered since the 1994 World Cup Final.
Where to Stay in LA for the World Cup
SoFi Stadium sits in Inglewood—southwest LA, about 4 miles east of LAX and 12 miles from Downtown. The stadium area itself has limited dining and character beyond the venue. You don't want to be based there. The good news is that LA's freeway system and the Metro K Line connect most neighborhoods to Inglewood in 20–45 minutes.
Here's where to actually base yourself:
Culver City
Closest real neighborhood with genuine walkability and dining. Amazon and Apple offices nearby. Best value-to-proximity ratio for World Cup visitors.
View Culver City Apartments →Santa Monica
Beach access between games, walkable Third Street Promenade, excellent dining on every block. Premium price but the definitive LA experience.
View Santa Monica Apartments →West Hollywood
Central location, world-class restaurants, great nightlife after games. Easy Uber to Inglewood. A favourite for international visitors.
View West Hollywood Apartments →Downtown LA
Walk to Crypto.com Arena, easy Metro access to the K Line. Best pick if you're catching multiple events across venues. High rises, city energy.
View DTLA Apartments →Hollywood
Walk of Fame, Griffith Observatory, Runyon Canyon between matches. Dense dining variety. Entertainment industry crowd. Lots of life at night.
View Hollywood Apartments →Silverlake
The coolest neighborhood in LA right now. Independent restaurants, rooftop bars, a genuinely local feel. Slightly further out, completely worth it.
View Silverlake Apartments →Take the Metro K Line on game days. The Metro Crenshaw/LAX Line runs directly to Inglewood. Driving near SoFi on game days is gridlock. From Downtown, take the A Line to the Crenshaw/LAX Line. From Santa Monica, take the Expo Line east. You'll save an hour each way and skip $60+ parking.
Hotel vs. Furnished Apartment: The World Cup Math
Most international visitors default to hotels. For a World Cup trip of a week or more, this is the wrong call—both financially and practically. Here's the side-by-side:
| Factor | Hotel (game-week rates) | Furnished Apartment |
|---|---|---|
| Nightly Cost | $350–$700+ on game days | $120–$200 (monthly rate) |
| Kitchen Access | ✗ No | ✓ Full kitchen included |
| Laundry | ✗ $15/load or valet | ✓ In-unit washer/dryer |
| Group of 4 | ✗ 2 hotel rooms needed ($1,000+/night) | ✓ 2-bed apt splits to ~$65/person/night |
| Wi-Fi + Utilities | ✗ Often billed separately | ✓ All included |
| Living Space | ✗ 350 sq ft room | ✓ Full living room, dining area |
| Parking | ✗ $40–60/night valet | ✓ Included in many units |
| Minimum Stay | 1 night | 30 days (monthly rate) |
The minimum stay for a monthly furnished apartment is 30 days—and June 12 to July 10 is exactly 28 days. If you're covering the full LA window of the tournament, a one-month rental covers the group stage, both USMNT games in LA, two rounds of 32, and the quarterfinal. That's up to five of the eight LA matches from a home base that costs less per night than a regular hotel on a non-game day.
Book now—LA inventory is moving fast. Quality furnished apartments near Culver City, Santa Monica, and West Hollywood for June–July are already being claimed. Monthly furnished rentals don't have the flexible cancellation policies of hotels. Book once you have your tickets confirmed.
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Check June–July Availability →When to Book: The Timing Breakdown
You already have tickets to specific games
Plan backwards from your match dates. Two USMNT games means June 12 and June 25—a full June 12 to July 2 rental covers both plus the Round of 32 in between. If you're coming for just one game, a hotel might actually make more sense than a 30-day minimum. Do the math for your specific situation: if the hotel rate on your game day is $500 and the monthly apartment works out to $150/night for your whole stay, the numbers are obvious.
Bringing a group of 4–8 people
A 2-bedroom furnished apartment for four people is almost always cheaper than two hotel rooms, even at non-game-day hotel rates. For groups of 6–8, a 3-bedroom in Culver City or Hollywood splits to an exceptionally low per-person cost. Group trips are where furnished apartments make the most financial sense for sports tourism.
International fans flying in for the whole group stage
If you're traveling from Europe, South America, or Asia for the full experience, a monthly rental is the only rational choice. You get a real LA home base, a kitchen, laundry, and a team that knows the city well enough to help you navigate it. Land, drop your bags, and start living.
Getting Around LA on Game Days
To and from SoFi Stadium: The Metro K Line is the answer. It connects at Crenshaw/Expo (for Westside riders on the Expo Line) and at the A Line stations for Downtown riders. Trains run extended hours on major event days. Budget 45–75 minutes from most neighborhoods—it's slower than driving but completely stress-free compared to the parking situation.
Between matches: Renting a car for a multi-week LA stay is worth considering if you want the freedom to reach beaches, canyons, and neighborhoods without app dependency. Parking is included in many furnished apartments. A combination of Metro, rideshare, and occasional car rental covers most scenarios without committing to a car for the full stay.
Airport: LAX is 4 miles from SoFi. The Metro K Line now connects to LAX via the Aviation/96th St station (shuttle to the terminals). From most furnished apartment locations, you're looking at 45–60 minutes on transit or 20–35 minutes in a rideshare outside of rush hour.
Making the Most of 39 Days in LA
The World Cup schedule gives you a lot of space between matches. That's not a problem—it's the opportunity. LA fills that time better than almost any other host city: Malibu and Venice Beach, Griffith Observatory, the Getty, the Arts District, world-class dining in Koreatown or Silverlake, day trips to Santa Barbara or Palm Springs. A furnished apartment isn't just a place to sleep between games—it's a base to actually experience the city.
International fans who've traveled this far deserve a real LA experience alongside the football. That means a neighborhood with character, a kitchen to come home to, a living room to watch the other matches on, and people who know the city well enough to point you in the right direction.
Ready to lock in your World Cup base? Browse our furnished apartments across LA or get in touch with your dates and we'll find the right fit. We typically respond within a few hours.
— The Furnished.LA Team
