KICK OFF YOUR TRIP: YOUR GUIDE TO FIFA MATCHES & GOAL-WORTHY SPOTS

FIFA World Cup matches are taking over our cities, and we’re here for every thrilling minute. Here’s your quick guide to who’s playing, where to catch the action and what to explore while you’re in a Staypineapple city. Make staying with us your GOAAAAAAL this summer!

Quick note: Drive times may vary and can be longer during heavy traffic, so we recommend taking public transit for an easier trip.

SEATTLE, WA

Match location: Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field)

Distances:

• 7-min drive or 30-min Monorail/Light Rail ride from The Maxwell Hotel
• 10-min drive or 20-min Light Rail ride from Hotel FIVE
• 12-min drive or 30-min Light Rail ride from Watertown Hotel & University Inn

Game schedule:

• June 15 – Belgium vs Egypt
• June 19 – USA vs Australia
• June 24 – Bosnia and Herzegovina/Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales vs Qatar
• June 26 – Egypt vs IR Iran
• July 1 – Round 1 winners
• July 6 – Round 2 winner

Places to check out:

• Climate Pledge Arena (10-min walk from The Maxwell Hotel)
  Can’t get enough sports in your system? Score some tickets to a Seattle Storm game and catch the WNBA in action!
   
•  Pike Place Market (11-min walk from Hotel FIVE)
  The iconic spot to catch the flying fish — you might even have the chance to literally catch one mid-air yourself!
   
• University District (Watertown Hotel & University Inn neighborhood)
  Take a warm summer stroll along “The Ave” and pop into one of the many boba shops to enjoy a fresh milk tea.

 

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK

 

Match location: New Jersey New York Stadium (MetLife Stadium)

Distance: 20-min drive or 40-min bus ride from Staypineapple New York

Game schedule:

• June 13 – Brazil vs Morocco
• June 16 – France vs Senegal
• June 22 – Norway vs Senegal
• June 25 – Ecuador vs Germany
• June 27 – Panama vs England
• June 30 – Round 1 winners
• July 5 – Round 2 winners
• July 19 – Finals

Places to check out:

• Hudson Yards (10-min walk from Staypineapple New York)
  Take in the NYC views from the Edge observation deck, then settle along the High Line to enjoy the surrounding urban oasis.
   
• Time Square and Empire State Building (14-min walk from Staypineapple New York)
  If you’re craving epic city views and an energetic atmosphere beyond the big matches, take a quick stroll to experience the bright lights and bustling streets of the city.

 

BOSTON, MA

 

Match location: Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium)

Distance: 40-min drive or 1-hr MBTA Commuter Rail ride from Staypineapple Boston

Game schedule:

• June 13 – Haiti vs Scotland
• June 16 – Bolivia/Iraq/Suriname vs Norway
• June 19 – Scotland vs Morocco
• June 23 – England vs Ghana
• June 26 – Norway vs France
• June 29 – Round 1 winners
• July 9 – Round 2 winners

Places to check out:

• South End (neighborhood of Staypineapple Boston)
  Admire the stunning Victorian brownstones, step into a trendy boutique to get your hands on unique treasures and treat yourself to a morning coffee and delicious baked goods at a local coffee shop.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

 

Match location: San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi’s Stadium)

Distance: 45-min drive from Staypineapple San Francisco

Game schedule:

• June 13 – Qatar vs Switzerland
• June 16 – Austria vs Jordan
• June 19 – Kosovo/Romania/Slovakia/Türkiye vs Paraguay
• June 22 – Jordan vs Algeria
• June 25 – Paraguay vs Australia
• July 1 – Round 1 winners

Places to check out:

• Union Square (Staypineapple San Francisco neighborhood)
  People‑watch in the plaza, browse boutiques and window‑shop, then hop on a cable car to explore the neighborhood and beyond.
   
• Theater District (10-15 min walk from Staypineapple San Francisco)
  Add some music to your night at the Orpheum Theatre and experience The Phantom of the Opera in all its drama and glory.