WHERE TO RESET IN CALIFORNIA AFTER THE 2026 GLOBAL GAMES
If you’re heading to California for the 2026 Global Games at Levi’s Stadium, extend your trip beyond the matches. Trade stadium crowds for ocean breezes with a Highway 1 road trip and a rejuvenating stay at the reimagined Sanctuary Beach Resort, a coastal hideaway spread across 19 acres of pristine Pacific shoreline in Monterey County.
Why stay at The Sanctuary Beach Resort
Perfectly positioned between San Francisco and Los Angeles, The Sanctuary Beach Resort is an ideal stop on your California itinerary—whether you’re traveling from SoFi Stadium in Inglewood to Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, or simply looking to unwind after the excitement of the matches.
Just minutes from Highway 1 and Highway 101, the resort offers easy connections to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Jose International Airport (SJC), and Monterey Regional Airport (MRY).
The beachfront resort features 60 fully reimagined guest rooms and suites, each with a warm fireplace, dedicated terrace framing the shoreline, wellness-inspired touches, sumptuous furnishings, and sea-derived, locally crafted artwork. These thoughtful details create an atmosphere that encourages you to slow down and sink into the rhythm of the coast.
On-site, you’ll also find Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette, one of Monterey Bay’s most beloved wood-fired coastal cuisine restaurants. It’s the perfect place to savor local seafood, share plates with friends, and toast to your Global Games experience.
The Sanctuary’s amenities are designed for both play and restoration, including:
- E-Bikes for cruising along the coast
- Daily beach bonfires
- Wellness classes and spiritual healing sessions
- Jazz nights to end the evening on a soulful note
- Pet-friendly accommodations and the viral Dog Stick Library, famously featured by Vogue and the TODAY Show
From The Sanctuary, you’re just fifteen minutes from Monterey Bay favorites such as historic Cannery Row and the world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium, plus a short drive to Carmel Valley wine-tasting rooms and the unforgettable views of Big Sur’s Bixby Bridge.
Group stage soccer matches to see at Levi Stadium
Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara, California, 95054
Distance from The Sanctuary Beach Resort: approximately 14 miles
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- June 13, 2026 (Sat): Qatar vs. Switzerland
- June 16, 2026 (Tue): Austria vs. Jordan
- June 19, 2026 (Fri): UEFA Playoff Winner C (from Türkiye, Romania, Slovakia, Kosovo) vs. Paraguay
- June 22, 2026 (Mon): Jordan vs. Algeria
- June 25, 2026 (Thu): Paraguay vs. Australia
- July 1, 2026 (Wed): Round of 32 match
A California reset worth the drive
Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or a traveler following the excitement of the Global Games, The Sanctuary Beach Resort invites you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with the ocean, with yourself, and with California’s laid-back spirit.
Highway 1 Coastal Journey offer
If you’re planning a Highway 1 road trip around the 2026 Global Games, The Sanctuary Beach Resort is extending a special Highway 1 Coastal Journey offer. This limited-time package makes it even easier to turn your match schedule into a scenic coastal escape, complete with oceanfront accommodations and restorative experiences along California’s iconic coastline.
Learn more and book the Highway 1 Coastal Journey offer here.