Why Puerto Vallarta Is the Perfect Home Base for the 2026 World Cup in Mexico

Why Puerto Vallarta Is the Perfect Home Base to Experience the World Cup… Without Losing Your Calm

When the whole world turns its eyes to Mexico for the 2026 World Cup, thousands of fans will arrive with flags, chants, and a thrill you can feel in your chest. And while the big cities —Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey— fill up with traffic, sky-high prices, and the usual stress of a global event… there is a corner where tradition, calm, and Mexican joy keep beating as always: Puerto Vallarta.

And here, among bougainvillea, stone arches, and the song of a fountain that seems to tell old stories, Hacienda Buenaventura Hotel & Mexican Charm opens its doors as a home away from home.

Because yes, there is a way to live the World Cup without losing your peace of mind: stay on the beach and travel only to watch the matches.

Confirmed 2026 World Cup Matches in Mexico

Why Is Puerto Vallarta the Best Home Base for the 2026 World Cup?

1. Avoid crowds, traffic, and skyrocketing rates

During the World Cup, the host cities will be busy, noisy, and expensive. In Vallarta, you can instead enjoy:

• Peaceful beaches
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Stable rates
• The warm hospitality of a true Mexican hacienda

Here, we never lose our smile, our patience, or that friendly “pásele, how can we help you?” that defines us as a family.

2. Direct and affordable flights to all three host cities

From Puerto Vallarta you’ll find flights to:

• Guadalajara: 45–50 min
• Mexico City: approx. 1h 30 min
• Monterrey: 1h 40 min

You can fly in for the match, cheer until you’re hoarse… and that same night fall asleep to the sound of the Pacific breeze.

3. The magic of the “old Vallarta”

Our guests always tell us that Hacienda Buenaventura has a soul: the stone arches, the garden fountain, the hammocks in the shade, and the architecture that recalls the old village of Vallarta.

It’s a place where tradition isn’t just shown off, it’s lived every day.

4. All-inclusive with the flavor of a Mexican home

While others go back to impersonal hotels, you return to:

• The authentic flavors of Sabores de México
• Themed nights
• Warm, friendly service that makes you feel at home
• Gardens full of bougainvillea
• A pool that mirrors the sky like a hammock at sunrise

All of this delivered by a team that loves to serve, listen, and pamper you. As our team members say, “we want guests to leave happy, content, and feeling like they are part of our family.”

5. Real rest between matches

There’s nothing like watching soccer with passion…

and then escaping the noise to dive into an environment where you’re surrounded by:

• Peace
• Comfort
• The feeling of being at home
• The human warmth that makes Puerto Vallarta so special

Here, among gardens, tequila, traditions, and orange sunsets, you recharge for the next match.

Hacienda Buenaventura: Your World Cup Home on the Mexican Pacific

Imagine this:

After a heart-stopping match, you fly back and arrive at the hotel… and as soon as you cross the lobby, the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe greets you with serenity, the fountain whispers stories, the smell of fresh coffee embraces you, and the bougainvillea seem to celebrate with you.

This is how you experience the World Cup when your refuge is an authentic Mexican hacienda.

This is how you experience the World Cup when Hacienda Buenaventura feels like your very own home.

Q&A

Which cities in Mexico will host 2026 World Cup matches?

Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey will host Group Stage matches and some Round of 16 games.

Is it a good idea to stay in Puerto Vallarta during the World Cup?

Yes. It helps you avoid crowds, high prices, and stress while you enjoy beaches, tranquility, and short flights to the host cities.

How long does it take to travel from Vallarta to the World Cup host cities?

Between 45 minutes and 1h 40 min, depending on the destination.

What advantages does Hacienda Buenaventura offer for fans?

A peaceful atmosphere, all-inclusive plan with authentic Mexican flavors, colonial-style gardens, warm hospitality, and the perfect place to relax between matches.