{"id":577127,"date":"2026-04-02T09:40:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T09:40:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/577127\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T09:40:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T09:40:14","slug":"masters-2026-the-eye-watering-cost-of-staying-in-augusta-during-tournament-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/577127\/","title":{"rendered":"Masters 2026: The eye-watering cost of staying in Augusta during Tournament week"},"content":{"rendered":"

With anticipation building ahead of the 2026 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club, fresh data has revealed just how expensive it is to stay in the area during golf\u2019s most iconic week \u2014 and the numbers are staggering.<\/p>\n

Research conducted by Rotogrinders<\/a> analysed more than 1,000 accommodation listings across Augusta, Georgia, as well as surrounding areas on Booking.com and Airbnb.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The findings outlined below show dramatic price hikes during Masters<\/a> week compared to both the week before and after.<\/p>\n

The 2026 Masters runs from Thursday 9 April to Sunday 12 April, so the analysis has taken into consideration a five-night stay from 8\u201313 April to cover arrival before the opening round and departure after the final day.<\/p>\n

Let’s dive in…<\/p>\n

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\"The <\/p>\n

The Masters<\/p>\n

Masters week = Giant price hike\u00a0<\/p>\n

Check out the average prices below…<\/p>\n

Booking.com prices rise to $5,643 for five nights+150.4% vs the week before+537.7% vs the week after
\u00a0Airbnb prices climb to $7,844+23.0% vs the week before+175.9% vs the week after
\u00a0Combined average (Booking + Airbnb): $6,744+56.3% vs the week before+261.8% vs the week after<\/p>\n

In short, accommodation during The Masters isn\u2019t just expensive \u2014 it\u2019s on another level.<\/p>\n

\"Masters <\/p>\n

Masters 2026: Augusta prices (Rotogrinders.com)<\/p>\n

As demand peaks, so too does the range in pricing, as further outlined below.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The most expensive Airbnb listing is a three-bedroom house within walking distance of Augusta National, priced at a staggering $55,715 for five nightsThe cheapest Airbnb option sits eight miles away at $428On Booking.com, the most expensive stay is a king room in a three-star inn (2.5 miles away) costing $10,687The cheapest Booking.com option is a king room seven miles out for $765<\/p>\n

Perhaps most tellingly, at least 45 Airbnb listings exceed $15,000 for the same five-night stay.<\/p>\n

How average prices compare before and after The Masters<\/p>\n

Dates<\/p>\n

Booking Avg<\/p>\n

Airbnb Avg<\/p>\n

Combined Avg<\/p>\n

1\u20136 April (Week Before)<\/p>\n

$2,253<\/p>\n

$6,378<\/p>\n

$4,316<\/p>\n

8\u201313 April (Masters Week)<\/p>\n

$5,643<\/p>\n

$7,844<\/p>\n

$6,744<\/p>\n

15\u201320 April (Week After)<\/p>\n

$885<\/p>\n

$2,843<\/p>\n

$1,864<\/p>\n

The post-Masters drop-off is particularly striking, with prices falling to less than a third of tournament-week levels in some cases.<\/p>\n

Why is Augusta so expensive?<\/p>\n

Unlike major cities built for tourism, Augusta has relatively limited accommodation infrastructure.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When tens of thousands of golf fans descend on the city for The Masters, supply simply can\u2019t keep up with demand \u2014 and prices surge accordingly.<\/p>\n

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For many homeowners, Masters week represents a lucrative opportunity to rent out their properties at premium rates, especially those within close proximity to the course.<\/p>\n

\"Rory <\/p>\n

Rory McIlroy<\/p>\n

Is it worth the cost?\u00a0<\/p>\n

For those lucky enough to attend, The Masters remains a bucket-list sporting experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Walking the pristine fairways of Augusta National and witnessing golfing history unfold is something few events can match.<\/p>\n

With Rory McIlroy returning to defend his green jacket after completing the career grand slam, and Scottie Scheffler arriving as a dominant world number one chasing a third Masters title in five years, the 2026 edition promises to be unmissable.<\/p>\n

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Add contenders like Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Xander Schauffele and Tommy Fleetwood into the mix, and the appeal is obvious.<\/p>\n

But with accommodation alone potentially costing several thousand dollars, attending The Masters is as much a financial commitment as it is a sporting pilgrimage.<\/p>\n

\"The <\/p>\n

The Masters<\/p>\n

The bottom line<\/p>\n

The data confirms what many golf fans already suspect: there is no more expensive week to stay in Augusta than Masters week.<\/p>\n

Still, for those who can afford it, this is golf at its absolute pinnacle.<\/p>\n

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Because when it comes to experiencing The Masters in person \u2014 can you really put a price on it?<\/p>\n

Have you ever been to Augusta? If so, where did you stay? Ever played the course itself, or attended The Masters in person? Share your thoughts and comments below, or head over to our social media channels – @GolfMagic<\/p>\n

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