Business · Updated 20 October 2026
Padel is no longer just a club sport. Around the world, hotels and resorts are adding courts to give guests something new to do – and to stand out from competitors. Here is why the trend is growing, which properties are leading it, and what to think about before you add courts to your own hotel.
Why hotels are adding padel
Padel is easy to learn, social and played in doubles, which makes it a natural fit for couples, families and groups of friends on holiday. A court also needs far less space than a tennis court. As Marcel Li, general manager of METT Singapore, told Tennis Tonic in October 2026: “Luxury travellers today want more than just a beautiful hotel room. They want connection, community and wellbeing and our padel offering is all of this.”
The sport’s overall growth helps too. The International Padel Federation reports more than 77,000 courts in over 150 countries, and the number of players keeps rising, so more and more guests already play at home.
Hotels and resorts with padel
| Property | Padel offer |
|---|---|
| Puente Romano, Marbella (Spain) | Eight floodlit glass courts and coaching |
| Beaverbrook, Surrey (UK) | Padel since 2018; occupancy reported at 80–90% |
| The Parker Palm Springs (US) | Replaced two clay tennis courts with two padel courts in 2025 |
| Badrutt’s Palace, St Moritz (Switzerland) | Joint tennis and padel facility opened in 2025 |
| METT Singapore | Two courts opened with the hotel |
Our own supplier, Padel Tech, has also built courts at resorts such as Amanyara in Turks & Caicos and the Golden Coast Beach Hotel in Cyprus.
What padel can do for a hotel
- A reason to choose you. Facilities are part of the booking decision, especially for active travellers.
- Extra revenue. Court rental, coaching, racket hire and events can be charged separately or bundled in packages. See padel revenue streams.
- Local members. Some hotels open courts to local players outside peak guest times, which keeps the courts busy all year.
- Events. Corporate groups and tournaments fill rooms in quieter seasons.
What to plan before you add courts
- Location on the property. Courts generate noise. Keep them a reasonable distance from guest rooms and pools, and check local rules.
- Design. A court is part of the guest experience, so looks matter. Panoramic models and custom colours help a court fit the setting. Compare our court models and read about black padel courts.
- Climate. In coastal or very sunny locations, choose materials and glass suited to the setting. See glass options.
- Lighting. Evening play is popular with guests, so plan floodlights from the start. See our lighting guide.
- Site and permits. The foundation and permits are your responsibility. See foundations.
Frequently asked questions
How much space does a hotel need for a padel court?
The playing area is 20 x 10 metres. According to LTA guidance, one outdoor court needs a minimum area of about 20.8 x 10.8 metres including the ring beam, plus space for access.
Can a tennis court be converted to padel?
Often, yes. The Parker Palm Springs replaced two clay tennis courts with padel courts in 2025. The existing base must be checked by an engineer before courts are installed.
Does Padel Provider deliver courts to hotels?
Yes. We deliver and install Padel Tech courts for hotels, resorts and clubs. The property handles site preparation and permits.
Sources: Tennis Tonic, “As padel courts sweep luxury resorts” (18 October 2026); FIP; LTA, Padel Court Construction Guidance Note 2025; Padel Tech (@padeltechcourts).
Planning padel courts?
Send us the number of courts, indoor or outdoor, and your country. We will send you a quote for courts, freight and installation.