{"id":789162,"date":"2026-07-09T12:24:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T12:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/789162\/"},"modified":"2026-07-09T12:24:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T12:24:14","slug":"8-ace-places-for-a-padel-or-tennis-holiday-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/789162\/","title":{"rendered":"8 ace places for a padel or tennis holiday this summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s hard to escape the rhythmic thunk of balls being hit across nets at the moment. Whether it\u2019s Wimbledon-inspired or the result of the current padel boom \u2013 it\u2019s the fastest growing racquet sport in the UK \u2013 we\u2019ve all gone ball-crazy (and we\u2019re not talking about the football!). <\/p>\n

So it\u2019s no surprise to discover there are more active holidays on offer this summer in the UK, Europe and around the world, giving guests the chance to learn how to play tennis, padel or both, with expert tuition and plenty of time to practise your best shots – call it a ‘Game, set & getaway’. There are great options for intermediate players, too, who want to improve their ball skills, or just get on to a court they haven\u2019t had to fight to book weeks in advance (IYKYK). <\/p>\n

But first things first \u2013 are you even pronouncing padel correctly? This mash-up of squash and tennis played on a glass-walled court, hails from Mexico where it was invented in 1969 by businessman Enrique Corcuera. Since then its taken o\ufb00 like Djokovic\u2019s serve and there are 30 million players worldwide including more than 860,000 in the UK. <\/p>\n

The name comes from the Spanish word \u2018p\u00e1del\u2019 (derived from the English word \u2018paddle\u2019) with some calling it \u2018PAH-del\u2019 with the emphasis on the first syllable and others \u2018Pa-DEL\u2019 like the racquet it\u2019s played with. In the GH office, the jury\u2019s still out but whichever way you say it, there\u2019s no doubt you\u2019ll be playing more of it this summer. Here are the best destinations to head to whether you want a tennis holiday, padel break or to hire a house with its own court. New balls please!<\/p>\n

Where to play and stayHire an Airbnb with its own centre court\"largeOliver Pohlmann<\/p>\n

Surrey Hills Home, Ewhurst<\/p>\n

Airbnb give guests the chance to serve, rally and unwind in style at properties with private tennis courts around the world \u2013 sadly, they don\u2019t have one with its own padel court \u2013 yet! The most affordable property we found is this<\/a> country cottage with its own tennis court AND outdoor pool close to Ashdown Forest in East Sussex for under \u00a350pp a night in July. Or how about a two-bedroom penthouse<\/a> in Surrey at the top of a stunning country house with a private tennis and BBQ terrace for post-match Pimms?<\/p>\n

In Kent, you can stay in Lavender Cottage<\/a> near Yalding set in 2.5acres of gardens with a private tennis court, which is dog-friendly, too \u2013 just make sure they don\u2019t try to chase all your balls!<\/p>\n

If you\u2019d rather head to Europe for a tennis break \u2013 escape the heat by staying in the mountains at this Country House<\/a>, which sleeps six in the Dolomites. The stunning tennis court in its grounds has been voted the most beautiful in the world by tennis brand Wilson. <\/p>\n

2. Win a trophy on an iconic country estate<\/p>\n

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Aerial shot of the Padel court at Beaverbrook<\/p>\n

Beaverbrook<\/a> \u2013 a mere 20 miles south of the world\u2019s most famous tennis tournament \u2013 aces it as another place to play and stay. Nestled in the picturesque Surrey Hills, this opulent 19th-century mansion is every racket-sport lover\u2019s dream, pairing excellent tennis, pickleball and padel facilities with elegant interiors, a rejuvenating post-match spa and top-notch fine dining (take a culinary (tie)break at The Garden House restaurant, which serves up delicious Anglo-Italian dishes). Whatever your personal preference, if you\u2019re looking for immaculate courts and expert coaching to fine-tune your topspin or boost your back-wall blast, this quintessentially English country house serves up racket sports in luxurious five-star style. <\/p>\n

3. Play in Mexico, the birthplace of padel <\/p>\n

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Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita<\/p>\n

For a luxury sporting break with exceptional padel, pickleball and tennis facilities, expert coaching and immaculate courts there\u2019s nowhere better than Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita<\/a>. A five-star resort on the Mexican Riviera Nayarit, just a 45-minute drive from Puerto Vallarta, you\u2019ll soon find your rhythm under the Mexican sun. Whether you\u2019re perfecting your backhand or your bandeja, every shot (of tennis and tequila) comes with a glorious ocean view beneath tropical blue skies. Off court, spacious oceanfront accommodation, award-winning dining and warm Mexican hospitality will reward your sporting efforts. <\/p>\n

4. Head to padel\u2019s European headquarters <\/p>\n

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Padel soon made its way to Spain from Mexico, where, in 1974, aristocrat Prince Alfonso of Hohenlohe-Langenburg built Europe\u2019s first padel courts at the Marbella Club<\/a>, his luxury resort on the Costa del Sol. These days, the Club\u2019s elegant outdoor court, set within lush subtropical gardens, offers a calm environment where keen players can focus on timing, positioning and finesse. If tennis is your first love, the Puente Romano Tennis Club\u2019s 14 courts provide unrivalled professional-standard facilities at the hotel\u2019s neighbouring resort \u2013 with world-class coaches hosting year-round programmes for adults and children of all levels. It\u2019s the perfect place to elevate your lobs and take your globos to new heights. <\/p>\n

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Aerial view of La Gavina<\/p>\n

Alternatively, on the Costa Brava, you can learn how to play in the legendary Hostal de la Gavina<\/a>, once a holiday hideaway for Hollywood stars such as Elizabeth Taylor, Ava Gardner and Frank Sinatra. These days, thanks to its Club Deportivo sports club, the legendary hotel has reinvented itself as world-class tennis and padel resort, overlooking the sparkling Mediterranean sea. Its red-clay courts evoke the spirit of Roland Garros, promising long rallies and tactical play; while two cutting-edge padel courts provide a sophisticated setting that\u2019ll certainly put the chic into your chiquitas. Spend mornings perfecting your game before relaxing by the sea, unwinding at the spa or dining on the terrace overlooking the bay. Game, set and match.<\/p>\n

5. Try padel at sea <\/p>\n

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Oceania Cruises<\/p>\n

Hot on the heels of every new travel trend, cruise ships including Cunard\u2019s Queen Anne<\/a>, and Oceania Cruises\u2019<\/a> Oceania Vista and Oceania Allura, now have full-size padel (and pickleball) courts on dedicated sports decks with more planned on new ships such as Oceania Sonata, which launches next year. With mini tournaments and courts that are never too busy, you\u2019ll love playing on the high seas \u2013 just don\u2019t let the magnificent view of the horizon encourage you take your eye off the ball. <\/p>\n

6. Learn with the elite in Florida <\/p>\n

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Courtesy The Breakers<\/p>\n

Florida is well known as a centre for excellence when it comes to tennis coaching academies and facilities and The Breakers<\/a> (the Sunshine State\u2019s ultimate holiday destination for tennis fanatics) is no exception. This iconic resort pairs championship-calibre courts with oceanfront luxury, creating the perfect playground for devoted racket-sport aficionados. Offering tennis, pickleball and padel, there are 16 state-of-the-art courts, as well as clinics and private sessions with certified professional instructors. For Wimbledon wannabes, the resort even has four hydroponic grass courts that are sure to keep you (and your strokes) grounded. Whether you\u2019re honing your slice or sharpening your grass-court skills, this Palm Beach paradise is a smashing sporting retreat.<\/p>\n

7. Get fit with the kids on a UK family sports break<\/p>\n

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Down Hall<\/p>\n

Award-winning Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate in Essex, the only hotel with an outdoor padel court in southeast England, has introduced a new Padel Tennis staycation<\/a> this summer from \u00a3462pp. Perfect for teenagers, it includes two one-hour court sessions of either padel, tennis or badminton, accommodation in a family room with built-in bunk beds, a Nintendo Switch and in-room snack station packed with treats. <\/p>\n

There are also football goals, giant chess, croquet, and boules to play in the grounds, a fully-equipped gym and steam room and sauna at the Eden Spa.<\/p>\n

8. Join the Annabel Croft Tennis and Padel Academy in Portugal <\/p>\n

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Annabel Croft Pine Cliffs Resort<\/p>\n

At Pine Cliffs Resort, a Luxury Collection Resort<\/a> in the Algarve, guests can sign up for world-class coaching as part of their summer holiday. There are four floodlit tennis courts \u2013 two clay and two hard \u2013 as well as four state-of-the-art padel courts available for play, day or night, in the Annabel Croft Tennis and Padel Academy<\/a>. Developed in partnership with the former British No. 1, it\u2019s one of Europe\u2019s leading destinations for both games with group coaching, private lessons and friendly competition, enhanced by the Algarve\u2019s year-round sunshine. Adult Tennis and Padel Weekly Coaching Courses start from \u00a3320pp off-peak (Nov-March) and \u00a3345pp in peak season (Apr-Oct), while Junior Tennis & Padel Camps start from around \u00a3285pp off-peak and \u00a3310pp in peak season.
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