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This $500,000 package may be the most exclusive way to watch the World Cup final

The package includes a luxury suite in NYC and a chauffeur driven ride to the final

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The Peninsula New York

The World Cup Final is the most-watched sporting event in the world with an estimated global audience of over 1.5 billion. Actually securing a spot in the stadium for the big game is another matter; it’s pretty exclusive, with the “cheapest” seats at the 2026 final currently selling for over $10,000 each. But what if money is no object and you want to go all out? Well, the The Peninsula New York’s “World Soccer Championship Finals Package” may be the most luxurious way to enjoy the event.

Costing between $400,000 and $500,000, the package includes a five-night stay in one of the hotel’s signature suites for two guests. The suites in question are the hotel’s Grand Suite and Peninsula Suite, which also means the number of packages on offer is limited to two. A chauffeur will meet you at the New York airport of your choice and whisk you to the hotel. You’ll get the same treatment when making your way to and from the final itself, and when heading back to the airport on July 19. Guests will have a daily Fifth Avenue Breakfast provided. Other amenities include in-room wireless high-speed internet access, daily local newspapers, access to more than 2,000 publications via PressReader, and international and local telephone calls provided.

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You can also expect a few gifts to help you commemorate the event. This includes exclusive gear and memorabilia. The Peninsula New York hasn’t said exactly what, so you do have a bit of a surprise in store, but “personalized duffel bags” have been hinted at.

You’ll be watching the final and other games in style

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The Peninsula New York

So, what about the games themselves? While the final is on the 19th, other games are going on during your stay. The semi-finals are scheduled to be held on the 14th and 15th of July, with the third-place playoff set to take place on the 18th.

You have a couple of options when it comes to viewing these games. Guestrooms have premium sports channel packages provided, so you can just watch them in the hotel while enjoying your surroundings. Guests also have access to the Official Fan Village at the Rockefeller Center if you want to watch it all play out with a bit more atmosphere.

Obviously, the package includes a couple of tickets for the final itself, which is set to be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19. And as mentioned, you’ll be arriving there by chauffeur-driven vehicle.

Room rates are subject to 8.875% state sales tax, 5.875% city tax, US$ 1.50 unit tax, and occupancy tax per room per night.

If you’re interested in booking one of the The Peninsula New York’s World Cup packages, then send an email to reservationpny@peninsula.com or call +1 212 956 2888

Dave McQuilling
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