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Special Report · FIFA World Cup 2026

Where to Stay in Mexico City for the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup brings 48 nations and millions of fans to Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Mexico City hosts six matches at the iconic Estadio Azteca — the only stadium to host two World Cup finals.

While most visitors scramble for overpriced hotels near the stadium, smart travelers are discovering Coyoacán — a bohemian neighborhood 20 minutes south, where Frida Kahlo lived, Diego Rivera painted, and Leon Trotsky sought exile.

SúperAnfitrión Coyoacán offers verified apartments and rooms in the heart of this neighborhood. No hotel markups, no platform fees. Direct booking with local hosts who know every corner of the barrio.

High-speed WiFi for remote work, self check-in, and a neighborhood that actually feels like Mexico — not a tourist bubble.

Matches in Mexico City

6 games

Including Group Stage & Round of 16

Stadium

Estadio Azteca

Capacity: 87,000 seats

Distance from Coyoacán

20–25 min

By Metro Line 2 or Uber

Tournament dates

Jun 11 – Jul 19

2026

Participating teams

48 nations

First expanded World Cup

SúperAnfitrión rating

4.9 / 5.0

Based on 127+ reviews

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Direct Metro Access

Metro Line 2 (Viveros station) connects Coyoacán to Estadio Azteca in 20–25 minutes. No traffic, no parking stress.

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Culture & History

Frida Kahlo Museum, Diego Rivera murals, Trotsky House. Walk everywhere — Coyoacán's center is entirely pedestrian-friendly.

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Real Mexican Food

Tlayudas at Mercado de Coyoacán, tacos at Los Sifones, mezcal at local cantinas. No tourist traps, just neighborhood spots.

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Digital Nomad Friendly

Fiber internet, coworking spaces, and dozens of cafés with reliable WiFi. Coyoacán is Mexico City's remote work hub.

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Safe & Walkable

Tree-lined streets, colonial architecture, and a relaxed pace. Coyoacán consistently ranks as one of CDMX's safest neighborhoods.

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Better Value

Skip the inflated hotel rates near the stadium. SúperAnfitrión offers direct booking — no Airbnb fees, no hotel markup.