Miami Dolphins fans have a busy back half of the season ahead. Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens has five home games on the books for November and December, and if you’re planning a game-day trip — solo, as a couple, or with a crew — where you stay can make or break the weekend. Hollywood, FL sits close enough to the stadium for an easy gameday drive, while still giving you a quieter, beach-town home base once the final whistle blows.
The Dolphins’ Remaining Home Slate
Here’s what’s on the calendar at Hard Rock Stadium this fall:
- Sunday, Nov. 1 — Dolphins vs. Patriots
- Sunday, Nov. 8 — Dolphins vs. Lions
- Sunday, Nov. 29 — Dolphins vs. Jets
- Sunday, Dec. 13 — Dolphins vs. Bears
- Sunday, Dec. 27 — Dolphins vs. Chargers
Kickoff times and any flex scheduling can shift as the season goes on, so it’s worth double-checking the exact time before you lock in travel plans.
Why Hollywood Beats Staying Near the Stadium
Hard Rock Stadium sits in Miami Gardens, roughly 25-30 minutes south of Hollywood depending on traffic — close enough for a stress-free gameday drive, but far enough that you’re not stuck in the stadium’s immediate traffic bottleneck before kickoff or after the final play. Basing yourself in Hollywood also means you get beach, Broadwalk, and restaurant options that a hotel room near the stadium simply doesn’t offer, so you can turn one game into an actual weekend trip.
Where to Stay With Kismet Getaways
If you’re bringing the whole tailgate crew, Total Oasis is built for it: five connected units sleeping up to 30 guests, with plenty of room to grill, watch pregame coverage together, and spread out before heading to the stadium. Smaller groups or couples turning the game into a getaway can book one of our more intimate units — Oasis, Sunrise, or one of the Sunset units — and still be a short drive from Hard Rock Stadium and from Hollywood Beach.
A few practical notes for gameday: parking at Hard Rock Stadium fills up and rideshare pickup lines can run long after the final whistle, so build in extra time on both ends. And since home games tend to fill up South Florida’s short-term rentals fast, especially on back-to-back weekends like the Nov. 29 and Dec. 13 games, it’s worth booking your dates sooner rather than later.
Whether you’re planning around a single Sunday or stacking a game with a few extra nights on the beach, Kismet Getaways gives Dolphins fans a home base that’s close to the stadium and close to the sand. With more than 1,600 guest reviews across our properties, we’ve hosted plenty of South Florida sports weekends — check availability and grab your dates before the fall schedule fills up.