Best Airbnb For Qatar World Cup 2022
The FIFA World Cup 2022 will be hosted in Qatar, with the majority of the games being played in beautiful Doha. With matches set to begin on November 21, 2022, the 2022 World Cup will be played through December 18.
And with just a few short months until action begins, now is the best time to find hotel accommodations if you are planning on attending the World Cup. But with many hotels having reached maximum capacity and no longer taking reservations, Airbnb may be your next best bet.
Below, we are going to review the best Airbnb for Qatar World Cup 2022 to help you narrow down your choices and ensure you get proper accommodations for the game. Expect there to be hundreds-of-thousands of football and soccer fans from around the world, so be sure to book your Airbnb soon to get a piece of the action.
What Are the World Cup Qatar 2022 Groups?
With matching and grouping having already been set and finalized, 32 nations from across the globe will compete in this years World Cup for national glory and pride. Below are the list of 32 nations who will be competing in this years World Cup based on their grouping.
Group A
Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal and Netherlands
Group B
England, IR Iran, USA and Wales
Group C
Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland
Group D
France, Australia, Denmark and Tunisia
Group E
Spain, Costa Rica, Germany and Japan
Group F
Belgium, Canada, Morocco and Croatia
Group G
Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland and Cameroon
Group H
Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay and Korea Republic
What is the Match Schedule for the 2022 World Cup Games?
Although the format in which the World Cup is played is set to change in 2026, the current match schedule and format for the 2022 World Cup is as follows.
- 32 national teams competing over the course of a month in the host nation, which in 2022, is Qatar
- In the group stage, teams compete within eight groups of four teams each
- Each group plays a round-robin tournament, in which each team is scheduled for three matches against other teams in the same group. So each national team can expect to play the other national teams in their group at least once.
- The top two teams from each group advance to the knockout stage.
- Points are used to rank the teams within a group. Three points for a win, one for a draw, and none for a loss.
- However, once a national team reaches the knockout stage, the games become single-elimination, meaning a loss disqualifies your team from advancing
- The knockout stage begins with the round of 16, in which the winner of each group plays against the runner up of the same group.
- This is followed by the quarter-finals, the semi-finals, the third-place match, and then the final game.
What Stadiums Are the Matches Held In?
While the matches for the 2022 World Cup will be held in Doha, Qatar, the host country has gone to great lengths to build world-class, state-of-the-art facilities to host the games. The stadiums for the World Cup 2022 will be played in the following.
- Al Bayt Stadium
- Capacity – 60,000 people
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- Khalifa International Stadium
- Capacity – 45,416 people
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- Al Thumama Stadium
- Capacity – 40,000 people
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- Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
- Capacity – 40,000 people
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- Lusail Stadium
- Capacity – 80,000 people
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- Stadium 974
- Capacity – 40,000 people
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- Education City Stadium
- Capacity – 40,000 people
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- Al Janoub Stadium
- Capacity – 40,000 people
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Where to Buy Game Tickets to the FIFA 2022 World Cup
Currently, ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 are on a first come first served basis. Fans looking to purchase tickets to the games can do so on FIFA’s official website and ticket purchases are processed immediately upon purchase.
If you are interested in purchasing tickets to the FIFA 2022 World Cup, we advise doing so as soon as possible as tickets are generally purchased quickly by other loyal fans.
In addition, we advise against purchasing from third-party retailers, as they typically mark up the total cost of a ticket.
For World Cup game tickets purchased through FIFA, expect to pay around the following amount, depending on the round of play:
Opening match: $54.85-$301.68
Group play: $10.97-$219.40
Round of 16: $19.20-$274.26
Quarterfinals: $82.28-$425.10
Semifinals: $137.13-$954.41
Third-place match: $82.28-$425.10
Final game – $1,604.39
Benefits of an Airbnb for the FIFA 2022 World Cup
While many of us have used Airbnb in the past, the benefits to utilizing one during the FIFA 2022 World Cup far outweigh the benefits of using a traditional hotel. Below, we’ll review some reasons why you should consider an Airbnb over a traditional hotel for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- Availability – as of writing, there are a number of beautiful Airbnb’s available for rent for the FIFA 2022 World Cup. However, in our research, we saw limited availability for traditional hotels and were dismayed by the lack of available options.
- Cost – in addition, Airbnb prices for the 2022 World Cup games were generally cheaper than traditional hotels. If you’re looking to keep costs down, we would recommend considering an Airbnb for your trip to the World Cup.
- Privacy – lastly, with hundreds-of-thousands of fans descending to Doha, Qatar for the World Cup, expect traditional hotels to be packed with fans and revelers. If you are looking for a bit more privacy, a traditional home on Airbnb is your best bet to do so.
Best Airbnb’s for the 2022 World Cup Qatar
If you do opt to book on Airbnb for the upcoming World Cup, you can peruse all available listing here. We’ve sorted and filtered much of the available stays and are currently seeing a number still available for rent.
Below, we’ve listed some of our favorite Airbnb’s which are still available for rent for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar.
- Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartment in the Pearl With Marina View – this is one of the most luxurious Airbnb’s we have ever seen and that is definitely reflected in the price. Located in the heart of Doha, The Pearl, this apartment is exquisitely furnished with everything you need to meet your daily needs. Encapsulating the luxurious lifestyle that Qatar is known for, you will be in the heart of the city and the action.
- Lovely Modern 1 Bedroom Fully Furnished Apartment With Pool – if you’re looking for a simple, fully-furnished apartment, then you can’t go wrong with this one. Significantly cheaper than the luxury 2 bedroom, this apartment features a dedicated parking deck, gym, and pool, and is conveniently located a mere 20-minutes from all other areas in Doha.
- Entire Serviced Apartment – if you are looking for a very simple and barebones Airbnb, then this one is perfect. Don’t expect luxury or amenities, but if you just need a place to stay and crash at night, then this apartment gets the job done quickly.