Liedjiesbos Urban Olive Farm
Bloemfontein
Grassland biome
From R 1,700 a night
2 km away
Cricket World Cup 2027 · South Africa
Where to stay near Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein sits almost exactly halfway between Johannesburg and Cape Town. If you are driving between fixtures it is the natural overnight, and the eastern Free State and the Golden Gate Highlands are a comfortable detour.
Mangaung Oval at a glance
- Ground
- Mangaung Oval (also known as Bloemfontein cricket ground), about 20,000 seats
- City
- Bloemfontein, Free State
- Nearest airport
- Bram Fischer International (BLM), about 10 km
- Matches
- 5 matches, 15 Oct 2027 onwards
Matches at Mangaung Oval
Pakistan v Qualifier A
15 Oct 2027 · Group A
India v Qualifier A
17 Oct 2027 · Group A
South Africa v Sri Lanka (if both qualify)Super 7 seeds B2 v B3
6 Nov 2027 · Super 7
Pakistan v Sri Lanka (if both qualify)Super 7 seeds A3 v B3
10 Nov 2027 · Super 7
Australia v Pakistan (if both qualify)Super 7 seeds A2 v A3
13 Nov 2027 · Super 7
Mangaung Oval on the map
Where the ground sits, the areas to base yourself in, and every stay listed below.
The ring is 5 km from the ground. Tap a photo for the stay.
Accommodation near Mangaung Oval
Within 30 km of the ground, nearest first.
Monte Bello Estate
Vaalbank, Bloemfontein
Grassland biome
From R 1,850 a night
10 km away
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Where to base yourself
Westdene and Willows
Guesthouses a short drive from the ground.
Farm stays on the city edge
Game farms and guest farms within half an hour, which suit a group driving through.
Getting to the ground
Drive or take e-hailing. The ground is close to the city centre.
Rest days
Golden Gate Highlands National Park and Clarens are about three hours east. The Gariep Dam is on the road south.
Staying near Mangaung Oval: questions
What accommodation is there near Mangaung Oval?
The nearest places to stay on Spekboom are Liedjiesbos Urban Olive Farm (2 km) and Monte Bello Estate (10 km). Westdene and Willows is the closest area to base yourself.
Where should I stay in Bloemfontein for the Cricket World Cup matches at Mangaung Oval?
Westdene and Willows or Farm stays on the city edge. Guesthouses a short drive from the ground.
When are the Cricket World Cup matches at Mangaung Oval?
Mangaung Oval hosts 5 matches: 15 Oct 2027 (Pakistan v Qualifier A), 17 Oct 2027 (India v Qualifier A), 6 Nov 2027 (South Africa v Sri Lanka (if both qualify)), 10 Nov 2027 (Pakistan v Sri Lanka (if both qualify)), 13 Nov 2027 (Australia v Pakistan (if both qualify)).
How far is Mangaung Oval from the airport?
The nearest airport is Bram Fischer International (BLM), about 10 km. Drive or take e-hailing. The ground is close to the city centre.
What is there to do near Bloemfontein between matches?
Golden Gate Highlands National Park and Clarens are about three hours east. The Gariep Dam is on the road south.
Do you sell match tickets?
No. Tickets are sold by the ICC and its appointed partners. Spekboom lists places to stay, and every booking supports a conservation or community cause chosen by the host.
Spekboom is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a partner of the International Cricket Council. Fixtures, venues and ticketing are published by the ICC. We list places to stay and do not sell match tickets.