Game, Set, Match: The Best Pickleball and Tennis Resorts
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- Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the country, and luxury resorts are racing to build courts to match.
- This guide rounds up the best pickleball and tennis resorts, from longtime favorites to brand-new additions.
- Casa de Campo Resort in the Dominican Republic built four championship-level pickleball courts into its Racquet Center.
- Sandals Resorts is the first Official All-Inclusive Resorts partner of USA Pickleball, with courts across 14 Caribbean properties.
- Enchantment Resort in Sedona grew from two pickleball courts to six, all set against red-rock views.
- The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs pairs six pickleball courts with four tennis courts and a heated winter bubble.
- Carneros Resort in Napa Valley lets guests rally between vineyard views and a glass of wine.
- Whether you want an adults-only getaway, an all-inclusive family trip, or a quiet wine country weekend, there’s a pickleball-ready resort built for your game.
These days, when selecting a hotel, travelers aren’t looking for just those basic pool and gym amenities. Instead, they’re more often than ever searching for properties with the best pickleball and tennis courts.
And, lucky for any racket fan, from “dinkers” or clay court aficionados, hotels around the world are delivering.
To help you plan your next active vacation, we have “served” up a guide to the finest properties with excellent pickleball or tennis offerings.
These seven hotels and resorts are investing in developing their pickleball and tennis for a discerning clientele. Imagine playing a thrilling game of tennis or pickleball surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty – what’s not to love?!
None of this is a coincidence. By some industry estimates, the number of pickleball players in the U.S. has roughly doubled over the past few years, and many resorts are pouring real money into dedicated courts, professional instruction, and group clinics to keep up with demand. Some hotel groups have even struck partnerships with professional pickleball organizations, and a handful of standout properties are already picking up industry awards for their tennis and pickleball programming.
You’ll find the proof from coast to coast. Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa in Rancho Santa Fe, California, offers 18 world-class racquet courts, while South Carolina’s Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort has 17 clay tennis courts and neighboring Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort just unveiled a massive new pickleball facility of its own. JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge has 17 pickleball courts, Hawks Cay Resort in the Florida Keys has eight illuminated pickleball courts for evening play, and both Baha Mar in the Bahamas and Grand View Lodge in Minnesota have added new pickleball courts and lessons. The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island partners with the Mouratoglou Tennis Center for its instruction, while La Quinta Resort & Club and the Lodge at Kukui’ula round things out with certified professional instruction and beachside courts, respectively.
Whether you’re checking in for a weekend of domestic travel or planning something further afield, resort tennis and pickleball programs have become a real draw for anyone plotting a family vacation, a couples’ trip, or a solo escape where you’re likely to make a few new friends over a shared love of the game, whether that’s at a refreshed coastal hideaway like The Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara or farther afield in seaside cities such as Šibenik on Croatia’s Dalmatian coast.
Flamingo Resort & Spa, Santa Rosa
Established in 1957, the Flamingo Resort & Spa is an iconic mid-century property located in Sonoma’s Wine Country. This charming oasis offers guests immersive experiences set across a verdant, 10-acre campus. Fitness at Flamingo is the on-site health club, which is a community hot-spot for pickleball and tennis lovers who are members of the expansive 20,000 square-foot facility.
This winter, the Flamingo Resort is proud to host the inaugural “Sip, Serve & Stay” Pickleball Pro Weekend from March 6-8, 2026. This three-day experience from Game ChangeHer Events brings together world-class pickleball instruction, thoughtful hospitality, and the finest local flavors in a partnership with Ehret Wines. Guests will have the opportunity to train with two of the top touring female professionals from the APP Tour – Lee Whitwell and Bobbi Oshiro – through intimate, small-group sessions conceptualized to improve their tennis game.
Wequassett Resort and Golf Club, Cape Cod, MA
Situated on Cape Cod’s beautiful Pleasant Bay, Wequassett Resort and Golf Club is a luxury waterfront resort. The hotel has three Har-Tru tennis courts and three Har-Tru pickleball courts. Each court is located amid gorgeous landscaping and just steps from stunning water views. Guests can book social play or schedule private lessons and clinics with experienced pros. Furthermore, the property’s courts are located alongside raised viewing terraces and outdoor dining areas, crafting a social hub. The experience is designed for seasoned players and guests who prefer to casually incorporate sport into their vacation.
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Hawai’i
On the Big Island, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai’s tennis complex consists of eight tennis courts and four pickleball courts with programming including instructional clinics, private lessons, and social mixers, and it’s part of a wider collection of Ritz-Carlton and other luxury resorts across Hawaii that cater to active travelers. Along with the recent addition of a fourth pickleball court, all pickleball courts are now oriented in a north–south configuration, minimizing sun interference during play.
As a part of the hotel’s spring programming, daily tennis and pickleball clinics are also available for players of all levels. These pickleball and tennis courts are available to both Four Seasons Resort Hualalai guests and Hualalai Resort residents. Hualalai Resort, the neighboring luxury residential community, is the first resort community in the United States to utilize Rebound Ace courts throughout its entire court complex, aiding in player performance and comfort.
Soneva, Maldives
Sister properties – Soneva Jani and Soneva Fushi, house well-appointed tennis and padel tennis courts. Unveiled in 2022, the hotels offer options for private lessons, group sessions and casual play encompassed by breathtaking natural landscapes. Additionally, guests can practice their backhand, volley, and smash under the Maldives’ blue skies with the help of a star-studded line-up of professional players. For instance, in April, Max Björkman, a rising Swedish padel player, and Jonas Björkman, a Swedish former professional tennis player, will be conducting private sessions for guests at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani. Sign us up!
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point
Founded in 1984, the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is located on a scenic bluff offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and direct access to a serene beach. The sprawling property boasts a well-appointed pickleball court and offers private lessons with experts. Guests get the opportunity to work on their skills with customized paddles, and follow-up notes from a pickleball expert for their next visit. Following the lesson, visitors can also book a custom massage at the property’s newly renovated spa. While at the hotel, don’t miss dining at one of its well-loved eateries!
Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, AZ
Situated across 39 acres at the base of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, this historic resort is home to brand-new, professionally groomed racket sports facilities, including three Har-Tru clay tennis courts and four dedicated pickleball courts. The property’s courts feature sub-irrigated surfaces and LED lighting for early evening play. Additionally, the hotel offers access to USPTA Elite Professionals for private lessons, clinics and open play, as well as equipment rentals.
Little River Inn, Mendocino
Little River Inn offers guests access to two lighted, regulation-size, tennis courts right on the property, perfect for a scenic game with ocean breezes and garden vistas. Use of the courts is complimentary for guests, and the property provides rackets upon request. Little River Inn’s additional amenities include a nine-hole golf course and a serene spa. Make your way to this quaint property for awe-inspiring ocean views and state-of-the-art tennis amenities.
More Top Pickleball Resorts Worth Booking
The original seven barely scratch the surface. Here are six more pickleball resorts and destinations that have earned a spot on any serious racquet traveler’s list.
Casa de Campo Resort, Dominican Republic
Casa de Campo Resort has become one of the Caribbean’s top pickleball destinations, thanks to four championship-level courts built into its sprawling Racquet Center. Guests can move from a relaxed morning by the pool to a sun-soaked match in the afternoon, with everything from casual rallies to more competitive round-robin-style play on offer.
The resort also runs racquet camps and clinics for kids and families throughout the year, so it’s a strong option for a mixed group of skill levels rather than just adult pickleball enthusiasts. Between matches, there’s plenty to explore across the property’s beaches, golf courses, and dining. Casa de Campo Resort rounds out its offering with everything else you’d expect from a full-service luxury resort.
Enchantment Resort, Sedona, AZ
Enchantment Resort has significantly grown its pickleball offering: what began as two pickleball courts with sweeping red-rock views has since expanded to six total outdoor pickleball courts, available first-come, first-served and included in the resort fee along with paddle use.
Beyond the newer pickleball courts, the resort’s two existing tennis courts remain just as popular, with USTA-certified pros running lessons for beginners through advanced players and regular Cardio Tennis clinics. Add in the property’s canyon-side spa and dining, and it’s easy to see why Enchantment Resort has become a go-to for guests who want their resort amenities to include serious court time.
Sandals Resorts: An Adults-Only, All-Inclusive Pickleball Destination
Sandals Resorts has leaned all the way into the pickleball boom, becoming the first Official All-Inclusive Resorts partner of USA Pickleball. Today, the adults-only, all-inclusive chain offers dedicated courts across 14 of its Caribbean properties, with more than five dozen courts combined, including a dozen at Sandals South Coast in Jamaica alone.
Sandals’ pickleball program includes daily court time and equipment at no extra charge, official USA Pickleball-approved gear, lighted outdoor courts for evening matches, and group lessons for every skill level. For couples or groups of friends looking for inclusive vacations built around the sport, it’s tough to beat.
Club Med Cancún, Mexico
Club Med’s Cancún resort brings the brand’s signature all-inclusive formula to Mexico’s Caribbean coast, with one upfront price covering meals, gourmet dining, drinks, and a packed roster of daytime and evening activities. Club Med has long built court sports into that all-inclusive model, and pickleball is increasingly part of the mix as more all-inclusive brands add court time, group clinics, and other programming to keep up with the sport’s growing popularity.
For travelers who want an all-inclusive package that still leaves room for a match between meals, refreshing drinks by the pool, and a stretch of Riviera Maya coastline, Club Med Cancún and the nearby St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort in northern Cancún make for easy, no-extra-planning pickleball-adjacent vacations.
The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs
In Colorado Springs, The Broadmoor gives its dedicated courts equal billing alongside its famous golf courses, with six pickleball courts and four tennis courts – two Har-Tru clay and two cushioned hard courts under a heated bubble for year-round, all-weather play. Court reservations are required and are limited to overnight guests and golf club members, which keeps the courts from ever feeling too crowded.
The resort’s racquet program includes personal and group lessons with its pros, arranged matches for guests chasing more competitive play, and complimentary round-robin tournaments for anyone who wants to meet other guests over a few games. Learn more at The Broadmoor’s tennis and pickleball page.
Costa Palmas, Los Cabos, Mexico
Costa Palmas rounds out this list as one of the newer luxury resorts putting Los Cabos on the map for more than just golf and beautiful beaches. The property spans three kilometers of swimmable coastline on the quieter East Cape, with its own marina, a Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas hotel, and, just up the coast, the new Amanvari resort on Baja’s East Cape, plus a Sports Park that includes multiple game courts alongside a pool and playing fields.
As pickleball keeps climbing as one of the country’s fastest-growing sports, Los Cabos properties like Costa Palmas and even new wellness-focused escapes such as Four Seasons Resort AMAALA at Triple Bay are natural candidates to add more dedicated pickleball courts down the line. For now, it’s a stunning home base for beach days, fresh seafood, and a quieter side of Baja, not far from other West Coast Mexico favorites like the beaches of Puerto Vallarta.
