2026 World Cup in Monterrey

Where to stay in Monterrey for the World Cup

The most exciting place to stay for World Cup in Monterrey is the Centro district, specifically near Barrio Antiguo. This historic quarter is filled with narrow streets, colonial architecture, and the city’s best collection of bars and restaurants, all of which will be operating at 100% football capacity. Staying here also puts you within walking distance of Parque Fundidora, the massive urban park that will host the official Fan Festival and public viewings. For those who want to be as close as possible to the pitch, the municipality of Guadalupe is home to Estadio BBVA, though hotel options here are more limited and cater mostly to those focused solely on match-day.

Monterrey’s Metrorrey (Light Rail) is the cleanest and most efficient way to get around. Staying near the Zaragoza or Padre Mier stations will give you direct access to the fan zones and a straightforward transfer to the stadium via Line 1.

For travellers on a lower budget, the San Nicolás de los Garza area offers a range of affordable hotels. It is well-connected by the Metrorrey, allowing you to save on accommodation costs while remaining just 15 minutes away from the main tournament festivities downtown.

For fans flying in, Monterrey International Airport (MTY) is located about 30 minutes' drive from the city centre. While there isn't a direct train, official airport buses and taxis/Uber are readily available.

Travelling to Monterrey Stadium

Reaching Estadio BBVA is one of the easiest trips in Mexico. Simply take the Metrorrey light rail, Line 1 (the Yellow Line) to Exposición Station. The station is a well-lit, 10-minute walk from the stadium. During the World Cup, the walk will be transformed into a festive "fan corridor" with music and street food.

The Metro journey from the city centre takes about 15 minutes, but you should allow two hours in total to account for security and the pre-match atmosphere. If you are staying in the upscale San Pedro district, you may need a short taxi or bus ride to reach the nearest Metro station.

Monterrey uses the Urbani app for digital tickets, or you can purchase a MIA card at the station. Contactless "tap to pay" is also widely available.

Getting from the airport to the city centre

Monterrey International Airport (MTY) is located about 30 minutes from the city centre. There isn't a train link, so travellers typically use official airport taxis. You can buy a fixed-price ticket at the booth inside the terminal. Uber is also widely available and very reliable for getting to your hotel. Another option is the SkyBus shuttle which runs to the main bus terminal downtown.