Once confined largely to private clubs, padel has become an essential part of the modern resort experience. From a private Red Sea island to the gardens of Saint-Tropez and the Alpine landscape of St. Moritz, these hotel courts place the world’s fastest-growing racquet sport in some of travel’s most remarkable settings — proving that where you play can transform how you play.
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One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives
At One&Only Reethi Rah, padel comes with an Indian Ocean backdrop and coaching from an ATP/WTA-level professional. Private lessons, group sessions, clinics and tournaments invite every ability onto the court, while 122 villas open directly onto white sands or the turquoise lagoon.
Airelles Château de la Messardière, France
Hidden among the lush gardens of Château de la Messardière, two new padel courts bring a playful rhythm to Saint-Tropez. Guests arrive by electric golf cart, play for a recommended 90 minutes, then retreat to dedicated changing cabins before lingering over healthy snacks and drinks in the tranquillity of the grounds.
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Four Seasons Astir Palace, Greece
On the Athens Riviera, Four Seasons Astir Palace places padel within an elegant seaside setting. Its new enclosed court hosts doubles matches and private sessions with an expert coach, while racquet hire makes playing effortless. Beyond the court, the Aegean Sea and the resort’s three private beaches provide a tranquil setting for post-match relaxation.
Badrutt’s Palace, Switzerland
High in St. Moritz, padel acquires a distinctly Alpine edge at Badrutt’s Palace. Open year-round, the new court pairs World Padel Tour-approved turf with acoustic glazing that reduces noise by more than 30 decibels. Equipment rental, partner matching and expert instruction make playing effortless, though the dramatic mountain backdrop may prove rather distracting.
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One&Only Aesthesis, Greece
Framed by protected pine groves and Glyfada’s turquoise shoreline, One&Only Aesthesis brings padel to the Athenian Riviera with resident LUX Tennis professionals. Private lessons, children’s clinics and social matches welcome every age and ability, combining ATP-, WTA- and ITF-level coaching with a beachfront setting just minutes from Athens.
Estelle Manor, England
On the western edge of Estelle Manor’s Oxfordshire estate, two padel courts host classes, friendly matches and tournaments. After the game, players can retreat to the Roman-inspired Eynsham Baths, a 3,000-square-metre spa with five pools and a collection of thermal spaces designed for relaxation and recovery.
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Hotel Royal Evian Resort, France
Between Lake Geneva and the mountains, two new padel courts sit within Hôtel Royal’s landscaped grounds. Floodlit for play from 7am until 10pm, they offer equipment and personalised LUX Tennis coaching for adults and children, combining focused training with the calm natural setting of Évian-les-Bains.
Forte Village Resort, Italy
Three outdoor courts bring padel into Forte Village’s natural park, with Sardinia’s blue sea forming the wider backdrop. Guests can book an instructor to sharpen their technique or simply gather friends for a match. Here, the island’s famously relaxed pace pauses briefly — at least until the final point.
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Shebara Resort, Saudi Arabia
On a private island in the Red Sea, Shebara’s padel court brings sport into a striking coastal landscape of white sand, turquoise water and mirrored villas. Designed for players of all levels, it offers an active counterpoint to the resort’s serene, nature-led setting.
Puente Romano Beach Resort, Spain
On Marbella’s Golden Mile, Puente Romano’s celebrated tennis club features eight floodlit glass padel courts and professional coaching for different playing levels. Beyond the court, a fully equipped Technogym, massage rooms, sauna and Turkish bath create a comprehensive setting for training and recovery, complemented by a clubhouse restaurant and café.