All the best pickleball holidays across the globe for you to get dinking in the kitchen

It’s fair to say that pickleball is fast taking over the world. From its humble beginnings in the USA in the mid 1960s, in recent years clubrooms, tournaments, and socials have been popping up around the world to cater to players of this fun and inclusive sport. So if you’re as obsessed as we are about picking up the paddles, take a look at this guide to the very best pickleball holidays available worldwide.

The best pickleball holidays across the world

1. Mauna Lani | Hawaii

You won’t find better surroundings to play pickleball in than the dramatic landscapes of Hawaii, which is where you’ll find Mauna Lani. The hotel’s Wellness Centre & Tennis Club has multiple pickleball courts and hosts pickleball round robin tournaments every other day. For working on your game, there’s also pickleball clinics where you’ll get one-on-one coaching, perfect for beginners or those intermediate players looking to upskill.

The hotel’s bright rooms and suites each have balconies overlooking mountains and ocean, while residences also have living space and private pools. Right on the waterfront, the hotel also boasts sparkling blue pools, ocean adventures like snorkelling, diving and surfing, and an award-winning golf course.

Unsurprisingly, it doesn’t stop there – you can also look forward to a spa and local experiences like underwater sports training, helicopter tours, and lei-making. Round off each day at one of the eateries, which serve cold drinks and fresh local cuisine accompanied by live music and the sound of crashing waves.

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2. Celebrity Cruises | At sea

If you’ve ticked off pickleball at home and at a hotel, your next port of call should be at sea. Celebrity Cruises offers complimentary pickleball onboard their cruises for beginners and pros, with open-air courts that have ocean views. It’s available on nine ships so far, with free courts and organised tournaments and all equipment included.

Celebrity sails to destinations around the world, and are one of the best lines for families and couples. Ships feature stylish staterooms, and a wealth of attractions and activities including pools, spas, casinos and kids clubs. Every cruise also has a range of dining options, so you can look forward to smart evening dinners, casual lunch spots and late night bars, with cuisines spanning the globe.

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3. The Manor & Ashbury Resorts | United Kingdom

The Manor & Ashbury Resorts may be famous for being the world’s ninth largest golf resort, but it’s also perfect for pickleball lovers. They’ve offered pickleball since 2019 and now have nine purpose-built courts to choose from, while their badminton courts are also able to transform into pickleball courts if things get busy. You can take part in friendly competitions with an instructor, including all equipment or alternatively, book a court for private hire if you and your friends are serious about the sport.

Elsewhere in these Devon resorts, you’ll find activities such as craft workshops, tennis, padel, archery, and skating. That’s all on top of the amazing golf courses, pools, hydrospa, guided walks in the countryside, and evening entertainment. The rooms are basic, spacious and comfortable, but you won’t be spending much time in your room. Guests stay full-board, meaning all meals are included, along with all the activities and 27 holes of golf for each night you stay, making it perfect for families, adventurers, and pickleballers.

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4. Nihi Sumba | Indonesia

Nihi Sumba is the private paradise island that quite literally has it all, so naturally, there’s pickleball on offer. Their pickleball court is as remote as it gets, on its island known as the Edge of WildernessTM surrounded by nature, and use of the court and equipment is fully complimentary.

The rest of Nihi Sumba will blow you away: the 27 villas have stretching views over the ocean, private infinity pools and endless space to unwind. Elsewhere, you can enjoy swimming with the island’s famous horses, pristine beaches, a chocolate factory, and multiple farms.

If you can think of an experience, you’ll find it here, from culinary classes to meeting the local people, exploring the land and ocean, and visiting the incredible spa, which happens to offer spa safaris, and equine retreats. Not to mention the swimming pools, restaurants, and beach bar just steps from the water, where you can eat food made from the hotel’s own garden or sip an ice-cold cocktail.

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5. The Broadmoor | USA

For a luxury pickleball experience where you’ll feel like you’re in an American country club, look no further than The Broadmoor in Colorado. They have three dedicated pickleball courts, four instructors, and a full selection of paddles and balls for rent. Any age or level can play, as they have a range of bookable pickleball drill sessions, camps, and events to take part in for hotel guests. We love the sound of the adults-only pickleball, pasta, and pizza weekend, which sounds right up our street.

Surrounded by mountainous scenery and lakes, The Broadmoor is the world’s longest-running Forbes five-star resort, and it isn’t hard to see why. The elegant accommodation spans rooms and suites, to historic cottages, a 1920s estate house, and gorgeous, residential-style brownstones.

A small taste of the activities include pools, golf, and a spa, and did we mention they also have wilderness properties, which offer a luxury glamping experience? There’s also ziplining, fishing, horse riding, and whitewater rafting – it’s a one-stop shop for adventure.

More than a dozen restaurants and lounges also satisfy every palette, whether you want to try beef from the owner’s private herd of Wagyu cows, have a snack at the bowling alley, or sip a glass of wine overlooking the lake.

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6. Messini Beach Club | Greece

Messini Beach Club in Greece is the perfect European holiday spot to get in some pickleball playing in the sunshine. Not only do Neilson Holidays, which owns the club, sponsor the England Seniors Pickleball team at the English Open tournament, but they also offer the sport at Messini. Equipment and group coaching are included on the six courts, or you can pick a court and play for fun; plus, they also offer pickleball lessons for little guests from 5-11 years.

The holiday package resort offers everything under one roof, from modern rooms and suites on the oceanfront to a swimming pool and a long list of water sports, including surfing, sailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. There are also activities on land, like yoga, cycling, and climbing, treatment rooms for enjoying a massage or facial, and multiple kids clubs. The dining scene also has something for everyone, such as the signature Mediterranean buffet, BBQ nights, and drinks at the pool bar.

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7. The Boca Raton | USA

Over in the Sunshine State is The Boca Raton, a wellness, fitness and all-round lavish resort which is home to the renowned Boca Raton Racquet Club. They have an array of opportunities to play pickleball, from open play on the six Hydro-Grid pickleball courts, to private lessons for up to two people and pickleball clinics, if you need to brush up on your serve.

Within the resort are five different hotels featuring increasingly opulent rooms, suites and bungalows right on the beach. Aside from racquet sports, there’s also golf, sailing, watersports and shops, along with Spa Palmera, awarded Florida’s best spa, which houses 44 treatment rooms and whirlpools set amongst grand arches and manicured gardens.
You can choose from an impressive fourteen restaurants and bars, including a chophouse, pool club, and burger bar, and there’s even a cute chocolatier.

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8. The Tryall Club | Jamaica

Aside from golden beaches, swaying palm trees and sparkling swimming pools, The Tryall Club resort in Montego Bay has as much pickleball as you can play. They don’t mess about when it comes to racquet sports, already being famous for their tennis courts that attract world-championship players. They have four pickleball courts available for all ages, with beginner programmes, equipment rental, tournaments, and a complimentary clinic each week, or full lessons if you want to take your game further.

The resort’s fully-staffed private villas are what Caribbean dreams are made of, sitting on the beachfront or in the hills, with full living, dining, and kitchen areas, and private pools.

There’s a championship golf course, kids clubs, shops and a spa, along with all of the watersports you’d expect – diving, snorkelling, and deep-sea fishing are just the start.

To fuel your stay, enjoy afternoon tea at the pretty Great House, kick back at the beach bar with fruit literally plucked from the trees, or enjoy the local buffet each night before joining the lively reggae party.

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9. Pickleball in Paradise | The Caribbean and Mexico

With a name like Pickleball in Paradise, you already know this will be the perfect holiday. This company offers dedicated pickleball trips to beautiful locations around the world, which feature lessons, fun play, and tournaments in one all-inclusive package. Current locations include The Bahamas, Jamaica, Turks & Caicos, and Mexico, with each resort having pickleball facilities and games every day.

Their trips are suitable for all playing levels, even if you’ve never picked up a paddle, and also feature professional or national-level coaches so you can hone your skills. There are different types of trips to choose from too, including clinic holidays, tournaments, and even epic pickleball cruises with Royal Caribbean. The best part is that everything is taken care of, as you’ll stay at all-inclusive resorts and have travel, matches, and fun activities all organised for you.

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10. Banyan Tree Mayakoba | Mexico

For those seeking a sun-soaked pickleball playing spot, Banyan Tree Mayakoba in Mexico ticks all the boxes. The hotel has state of the art fitness facilities, including a sports club with three dedicated pickleball courts, surrounded by lush gardens. At the end of each week you can join Pickleball Sundays, for beginners and pros led by an expert instructor who will ensure your game is at its best.

There’s plenty more to do too, including enjoying the lavish suites and villas, some of which have private pools and views over the jungle. There’s also a world-class spa for unwinding and an endless list of activities which range from beach-hopping, snorkelling, and diving to tequila tastings, cooking classes, and a stunning golf course with its own academy. On the dining scene, you’ll find more than a dozen options, including beach bars, private dinners, and an alfresco open grill experience.

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