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World Cup 2026 Travel Guide: Safely booking hotels & stays on Booking.com

Cate Schiller

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The biggest sporting event is coming to North America in less than a year — the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

With a record-high 48 national teams set to qualify to play in the premier international soccer competition, fans will be traveling to 16 different venues across Canada, the United States and Mexico to support their countries as they chase the global title. 

Of course, fans won't be able to enjoy their time at the iconic tournament without safe and comfortable accommodations. That's where Booking.com comes in handy.

Are you looking to attend a game during the World Cup? We're happy to lead you through the process.

Here's a step-by-step guide to booking your travel plans for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including the best hotels, deals and safety information. 

How to use Booking.com to find World Cup hotels and stays (step-by-step)

Here's how to find accommodations near World Cup venues using Booking.com.

  1. Open Booking.com in your browser.
  2. Enter your trip itinerary. Start with the venue, city or metro area you're visiting, followed by travel dates and room requirements. Press "Search".
  3. Explore the available options and pick the best fit for you.
  4. Book!

Booking.com tips for getting the best World Cup locations, deals and flexibility

Here are some tips to find the best accommodations for your upcoming trip on Booking.com.

Book in advance

As the World Cup inches closer, more and more fans will be making their travel plans. If possible, try to book your flight and hotel accommodations far in advance to avoid price surging and inflation by vendors.

Narrow or broaden your search

Oftentimes, you can score a better deal by altering the parameters of your search. Certain travel days are more popular than others, and hotels closest to the World Cup venues might be pricier than those a few miles away. Check to see if small changes to your itinerary can save some cash.

Search for vacation packages

Booking.com allows users to book accommodations together to save money with select package discounts. You can bundle hotel, flight and rental car together with no hidden fees. 

Is Booking.com safe? Security, payment protection and reviews explained

Yes, Booking.com is a safe and trusted way to plan your travel. 

The website uses a 2FA (two-factor authentication) process to prevent your account and personal information from becoming compromised.

Customer service representatives are available 24/7 should a concern arise — you won't be asked to provide any sensitive information when talking to an agent. 

There are 300M+ reviews from fellow travelers on Booking.com, offering trusted information from those who have experienced it firsthand. 

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