Mike Hussey turns the WACA Ground into an Airbnb for The Ashes

To celebrate one of the most highly-anticipated Ashes series in recent times, Airbnb has teamed up with the WACA Ground and cricket legend Mike Hussey, offering cricket fans the ultimate bucket-list experience during the West Test. 

A group of up to four lucky guests will have the opportunity to access an exclusive overnight stay on the WACA Ground’s hallowed turf, timed to celebrate the opening Test of the 2025-26 Ashes series, which is being hosted in Perth for the first time in more than 40 years.

This November, guests will be hosted by Ashes great Mike Hussey, who will share tales from his career in an evening designed to capture the magic of the Ashes as the opening Test of the summer gets underway.  

Guests will sleep in a custom glamping tent on the outfield, enjoy a game of backyard cricket with Hussey, a movie night under the stars, and tickets and a VIP experience to the sold-out Day 2 of the Perth Ashes Test.

Airbnb Country Manager for Australia Susan Wheeldon said Airbnb has an important role to play with major sporting events such as The Ashes.

“Airbnb aims to create unforgettable experiences that connect people to Australia’s rich culture and sporting legacy. Together with the iconic WACA Ground, we’re offering fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live and breathe cricket history.

“The Ashes is driving demand in Perth, with Airbnb searches more than double from international visitors¹. It’s no surprise the UK leads the pack, while Millennial searches jumped over 50 percent².

“Major events such as The Ashes bring people together from around the world and present a fantastic option for those looking to pocket some extra cash and offset other holiday expenses.”

WA Cricket Chief Executive Officer John Stephenson is thrilled fans are flocking to Perth for the first Ashes Test.

“It’s been more than 40 years since an Australian home Ashes campaign opened anywhere other than Brisbane and it was here at the WACA Ground, where we witnessed some of the greatest moments in Ashes history and the rise of legendary Australian cricketers. 

“In collaboration with Airbnb, we’re opening our doors in a new and exciting way – giving fans a chance to wake up where sporting magic happens and experience the traditions that make cricket so special.

“The demand for this series has been huge with more than 18,000 guests from interstate and overseas purchasing over 42,000 tickets to the West Test³.”

Cricket legend Mike Hussey is looking forward to sharing the memories of his stellar international cricket career.

“What better way to kick off the 2025 Ashes series than with an exclusive stay on the famous WACA Ground in my home town, Perth. I’m really excited to team up with Airbnb to promote sport tourism and share this amazing experience.”

This one time overnight stay takes place on Friday, 21st November and can be booked for a duck at $0.00 AUD for a group of up to four guests. Travel costs are not included and the stay is selected on a first come, first served basis.

The stay will be available to book on Friday, 7th November at midday (AEDT) via airbnb.com/waca and will include:

• An exclusive one night only stay on the WACA Ground and while you’re there:
  • A private tour
  • An up-close look at Mike Hussey’s cricket memorabilia
  • A game of backyard cricket with Mr Cricket
  • Dinner in the Bradman Room
  • A classic Aussie movie night under the stars
  • Four personalised Pledge a Picket around the hallowed WACA Ground
  • Tickets and a VIP experience to the sold-out Day 2 of the West Test

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Editor’s notes

This one-off one-night stay is for up to four guests and is not a contest. The WACA Ground is available for this exclusive stay as a one time only promotional experience. Mike Hussey is the featured celebrity host, and will be there to meet guests for the on-field experiential elements only.

About Airbnb

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About the WACA Ground

The WACA Ground has been the centre of sport in WA for more than 130 years. Established in 1890, the iconic ground has hosted thousands of games and events from the Ashes, to the Rolling Stones and the English Premier League and has helped shape the state’s long history of sporting culture. Currently undergoing a $184 million redevelopment, the ground will be transformed into a 10,000-capacity, multi-sport and community facility that will redefine what a sporting ground means to Western Australians.