Stay in Manhattan For the 2026 Soccer Tournament: Your Home Base at Hotel 48LEX

Everything is bigger in New York, and that rings especially true for the world’s most anticipated soccer tournament. New York New Jersey Stadium will host the global final, along with seven other marquee matches, where, after weeks of elite, high-stakes play, one team will earn best-in-the-world bragging rights in the largest tournament ever. Pair the action on the pitch with seamless public transit and the irresistible pull of the city that never sleeps, and Manhattan, particularly Hotel 48LEX, stands out as a dynamic home base for the global games.

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Why Stay at Hotel 48LEX for the 2026 Soccer Tournament?

- Easy access to all five boroughs in NYC

- Enjoying the food, nightlife and creative energy of New York, right from your door: Take Yoga Classes in Central Park; Visit your favorite filming locations with a Set-Jetting tour of Manhattan; Explore (and eat your way through) New York’s 12 different ‘Chinatown’ neighborhoods — plus take in Broadway shows, hot new restaurants, and so much more, just steps from your room.

- Easy transit to airports (JFK, LaGuardia) and major transport hubs: Hotel 48LEX is just 10 minutes from Grand Central Terminal and 20 minutes from Penn Station.

How To Get To The New York, New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium)

Nearby Hotel 48LEX, take the S, E, or 7 trains to Port Authority, then hop the Coach USA 351 Meadowlands Express bus service, which drops fans right at the stadium’s doorstep. Or take Meadowlands Rail Service, which also drops fans at the stadium entrance from Frank R. Lautenberg Station at Secaucus Junction (accessible from Penn Station near Hotel 48LEX, via New Jersey Transit NEC toward Rahway; NJCL toward Long Branch; or MNE toward Dover).

Many fans will commute by public transit, rideshare, and group transit. Approximate travel times are as follows:

- 42-minute drive from Hotel 48LEX

- One hour and 14 minutes from Hotel 48LEX via public transit

To access the train from the stadium, exit from the MetLife or Verizon Gates.

The Best Manhattan Hotel Rooms Near MetLife Stadium

If you’re searching for Manhattan hotel rooms and deciding where to stay near MetLife Stadium, Hotel 48LEX offers a convenient Manhattan base for tournament travel, with comfortable rooms, fast WiFi, and easy access to public transportation connecting you to MetLife Stadium. Staying in Midtown Manhattan lets you pair matchday plans with great dining, walkable neighborhoods, and the flexibility of city-based accommodations.

Read our full 2026 soccer tournament blog here.