Padel in Marbella: 16 Best Padel Clubs, Courts & Where to Play

Marbella is one of Europe’s most important padel destinations, with specialist clubs, resort courts, academies and an active international playing community. Whether you are visiting for a few days, looking for padel lessons in Marbella or searching for a regular club, there are options across Nueva Andalucía, Puerto Banús, San Pedro de Alcántara, the Golden Mile and East Marbella.

Some Marbella padel clubs allow individual court bookings, while others are connected to hotels or operate partly through memberships. Booking methods, prices and visitor-access conditions can change, so it is advisable to confirm the latest information directly with the club.

This guide compares the leading padel courts in Marbella, explains where each club is located and helps you choose the best option for your level, location and type of visit.

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Best Padel Clubs in Marbella at a Glance

Padel club	Area	Venue type	Confirmed facilities	Best suited to	How to book
Nueva Alcántara Club	San Pedro de Alcántara	Padel and sports club	16 padel courts, including a central competition court; M3 Padel Academy; matches, tournaments and training programmes	An active club environment and regular competitive play	Online booking portal (Taykus)
Los Naranjos Padel Club	Nueva Andalucía	Specialist padel club	18 padel courts: 12 outdoor, four semi-covered, one individual and one central competition court; gym, restaurant, shop and physiotherapy	A large modern padel complex with covered options	Playtomic (individual bookings)
Real Club Padel Marbella	Nueva Andalucía	Padel, fitness and wellness club	6 outdoor padel courts; academy, private lessons and mix-ins; gym, spa and restaurant	Combining padel with fitness and wellness facilities	Club website or booking app
Manolo Santana Racquets Club	Istán Road	Multisport racquets club	4 padel courts and 6 tennis courts; padel school, gym, fitness facilities and restaurant	An established racquets-club atmosphere	Club website or Playtomic
Los Monteros Racquet Club	East Marbella	Tennis and padel club	6 padel courts and 7 tennis courts; coaching and court packages	East Marbella, families and players interested in both padel and tennis	Phone or WhatsApp
Royal Tennis Club Marbella	El Rosario, East Marbella	Tennis and padel club	2 floodlit padel courts; 8 clay tennis courts and one hard tennis court; individual and group lessons	Families and visitors staying in East Marbella	Playtomic or direct booking
Puente Romano Tennis Club	Golden Mile	Luxury resort tennis club	4 floodlit glass padel courts and 8 floodlit clay tennis courts, plus 2 Plexipave hard courts; professional coaching	A premium Golden Mile setting	Online or direct enquiry; non-residents should confirm access
Marbella Club	Golden Mile	Luxury hotel racquets facilities	1 Príncipe Alfonso padel court; private lessons and equipment rental	Marbella padel history and a luxury resort setting	Direct enquiry; non-residents should confirm access
Rafa Nadal Tennis Center	Don Carlos, Elviria	Resort tennis and padel centre	2 outdoor padel courts and 7 clay tennis courts; coaching, pro shop, café, gym	Resort facilities and specialist coaching	Direct reservation; external visitors should confirm access
Club Med Magna Marbella	El Trapiche, Marbella	All-inclusive resort courts	6 padel courts; tennis facilities; group lessons for adults, with junior padel from age 11	An all-inclusive resort padel experience	Through the resort; confirm access and package inclusions
CAP Racket Club	Atalaya, Estepona	Padel and tennis club within a hotel complex	8 padel courts and 3 clay tennis courts; academy, coaching, mix-ins, leagues, tournaments and restaurant	Coaching, organised matches and an active social scene	Playtomic
Alhambra del Golf Padel Club	Casasola, Estepona	Specialist padel club	4 floodlit padel courts; padel academy; clubhouse, bar and restaurant	A relaxed, padel-focused club close to Guadalmina	Direct booking
Bel-Air Tennis & Padel	Bel-Air, Estepona	Tennis and padel club	5 glass padel courts and 10 tennis courts (six hard and four clay); coaching programmes for children and adults	Families and players staying on the New Golden Mile	Phone, WhatsApp or email; some courts on Playtomic
Villa Padierna Racquet Club	New Golden Mile, Estepona	Luxury resort racquets club	15 padel courts, 2 tennis courts and 2 croquet courts within a 22,000 m² sports complex	Resort facilities and visitors staying west of Marbella	Direct reservation
Unicorn Racket Club	Selwo, Estepona	Padel, fitness and lifestyle club	11 panoramic padel courts; Technogym fitness centre, sauna, restaurant and kids’ club	Modern facilities, fitness and a social club experience	Playtomic
Oxygen Sportsclub	Sitio de Calahonda, Mijas Costa	Padel, fitness and wellness club	6 padel courts; gym, group training, restaurant and wellness services	Combining padel with fitness and wellness east of Marbella	Online booking portal, phone or WhatsApp

Note Details were checked against official club websites in September 2026. Court availability, prices, lessons and access conditions can change, so confirm directly before travelling.

Padel Clubs and Courts in Marbella

Marbella, a haven for racquet sports enthusiasts, showcases top-notch Padel clubs that offer fantastic facilities, inviting players to fully immerse themselves in the sport.

Nueva Alcántara Club (NAC)

Nueva Alcántara Club, commonly known as NAC, is a specialist padel club in San Pedro de Alcántara. The club has 16 padel courts and offers court reservations, padel schools, organised matches, rankings, tournaments and training stages.

The combination of regular competitions, coaching and organised playing opportunities makes NAC particularly relevant to established players and visitors who want to become involved in Marbella’s wider padel community.

Courts can be reserved through Taykus, a third-party booking portal. The club also operates memberships, so players should compare the current membership and individual booking options directly.

Best for: Regular players, competitions and organised padel activities near San Pedro.

Los Naranjos Padel Club

With 18 padel courts, including outdoor, semi-covered, individual and central competition courts, Los Naranjos is one of the area’s largest specialist facilities. Read our complete Los Naranjos Padel Club guide for court types, facilities, prices and booking information.

The wider complex also includes a gym, restaurant, shop and physiotherapy service, making it particularly suitable for players who want more than a single court booking. Coaching, events and tournaments are also part of the club’s offering.

Los Naranjos is a convenient option for people staying in Nueva Andalucía, Puerto Banús and the surrounding Golf Valley. Los Naranjos has four semi-covered courts rather than fully indoor ones, which is why booking platforms sometimes label them as indoor.

Best for: A large modern padel complex in Nueva Andalucía.

Real Club Padel Marbella

Real Club Padel Marbella is situated on Calle Río Amazonas, inland from Puerto Banús. The club’s official website confirms 6 next-generation padel courts and an academy for players of different ages and levels.

The principal advantage is the range of additional facilities. Real Club Padel Marbella forms part of a sports and wellness complex with indoor and outdoor gym areas, HYROX training, combat sports, Pilates, spa facilities, a restaurant, children’s facilities and parking.

Court bookings are handled through the club’s own booking portal. Gym passes and memberships are separate from padel court reservations, so visitors should check which access option they require.

Real Club Padel also appears in our comparison of the best gyms in Marbella.

Best for: Combining padel with a full gym, training and wellness complex.

Manolo Santana Racquets Club

Founded by Spanish tennis champion Manolo Santana, Manolo Santana Racquets Club is located on the Istán Road, between the Golden Mile and Nueva Andalucía.

The club offers 4 padel courts, court reservations and a dedicated padel school, alongside six tennis courts, fitness facilities and The Legend Gastrobar. Its official website also links to Playtomic and publishes separate membership options.

It is a convenient choice for residents and visitors based around Nueva Andalucía, Sierra Blanca, Nagüeles and the upper Golden Mile who want an established, community-oriented racquets club.

Best for: An established club atmosphere with padel, tennis, coaching and fitness.

Los Monteros Racquet Club

Los Monteros Racquet Club is one of the principal places to play padel in East Marbella. Its official website advertises 6 professional courts, as well as court packages, matches and lessons.

The club is especially convenient for players staying around Los Monteros, Río Real, El Rosario, Elviria and Las Chapas. Its court packages may also be useful for residents or longer-stay visitors who expect to play more than once.

Best for: East Marbella, families and players looking for lessons or court packages.

Royal Tennis Club Marbella

Located in El Rosario, Royal Tennis Club Marbella offers 2 floodlit padel courts and welcomes visitors as well as local players. Individual and group padel lessons are available for adults and children, making it particularly suitable for beginners and families.

The wider complex includes tennis facilities, accommodation, a restaurant and a sports shop. Courts can be reserved through Playtomic or by contacting the club directly.

Best for: Families and visitors staying in East Marbella

Hotels with Padel Courts in Marbella

Puente Romano Tennis & Padel Club

Located on Marbella’s Golden Mile, Puente Romano Tennis Club offers 4 floodlit glass padel courts within one of the city’s best-known luxury resorts.

The club provides a dedicated court-booking option and does not state that players must be hotel guests or members. This makes Puente Romano a relevant choice for visitors looking to book a premium padel court on the Golden Mile, although availability, prices and access conditions should be confirmed directly.

Coaching is also available, while the wider club includes tennis facilities, changing areas and places to eat and drink. Its location is especially convenient for visitors staying between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús.

Best for: Visitors looking for a premium, bookable padel court on Marbella’s Golden Mile.

Marbella Club Hotel

Marbella Club occupies a unique place in the history of padel. Alfonso de Hohenlohe introduced the sport to Spain here in 1974, building the first two courts, helping Marbella become the birthplace of padel in Europe.

The hotel now has the Príncipe Alfonso Padel Court, created in tribute to that history. Players can arrange private lessons with an instructor or rent the necessary equipment for a match.

This is one individual hotel court rather than a large padel club. Marbella Club’s official website does not clearly state whether people who are not staying at the hotel can reserve it, so outside visitors should contact the resort before making plans.

Best for: Hotel guests and players interested in Marbella’s unique connection with the origins of European padel.

Rafa Nadal Tennis Center at Don Carlos

The Rafa Nadal Tennis Center is located at Don Carlos Marbella in Elviria. The centre officially confirms seven clay tennis courts and 2 outdoor padel courts overlooking the sea.

Although tennis is the principal focus, the two padel courts provide a distinctive resort option in East Marbella. Court rental and specialist coaching are available through the centre, but availability may depend on resort programming and demand.

Best for: Padel in a resort environment and visitors staying in Elviria.

Club Med Magna Marbella

Club Med Magna Marbella is an all-inclusive resort at El Trapiche, on the slopes above Marbella old town with 6 padel courts and a dedicated training programme.

Padel court access is included for resort guests, together with group lessons for adults and junior padel from age 11. This makes Club Med particularly suitable for families and travellers who want to include padel as part of an all-inclusive Marbella holiday rather than arrange a standalone court booking.

Club Med also offers resort day passes, which are bought on site rather than pre-booked, and packages and activity inclusions can vary. Day visitors should confirm whether padel courts and lessons are included in the selected pass before booking. The resort does not currently advertise ordinary pay-per-court access in the same way as Marbella’s public-facing padel clubs.

Best for: Families and hotel guests wanting padel as part of an all-inclusive resort stay.

Padel Courts Near Marbella

Several notable padel clubs are located just outside Marbella. Villa Padierna is a convenient option west of the city on Estepona’s New Golden Mile, while CAP Racket Club, Alhambra del Golf, Bel-Air and Unicorn Racket Club sit just across the Estepona boundary, and Oxygen Sportsclub serves Calahonda and the area east of Marbella.

CAP Racket Club

CAP Racket Club is located within the Meliá complex in Atalaya, Estepona, close to the Marbella–Estepona boundary. The club offers 8 padel courts and 3 clay tennis courts alongside a padel academy offering junior programmes, individual coaching, coached mix-ins, leagues and social tournaments.

Its combination of structured coaching and organised activities makes it a useful option for visitors who want to meet other players rather than simply reserve a court. Bookings are available through Playtomic.

Best for: Coaching, organised matches and an active social scene

Alhambra del Golf Padel Club

Alhambra del Golf is a long-established padel club in Casasola, Estepona, close to Guadalmina Baja and the Marbella boundary. Unlike larger multisport complexes, the club has a strong focus on padel and offers 4 floodlit glass-walled padel courts alongside a clubhouse, bar and restaurant.

Its informal atmosphere makes it a useful option for local players, families and visitors staying around Guadalmina, Atalaya or the New Golden Mile. The club is open throughout the year, but current prices and court availability should be confirmed directly before visiting.

Best suited to: A relaxed, padel-focused atmosphere near Guadalmina.

Bel-Air Tennis & Padel – Bel-Air

Bel-Air Tennis & Padel is located in Estepona municipality, close to Cancelada, El Paraíso and the western end of the New Golden Mile. The established racquets club offers 5 glass padel courts and 10 tennis courts, programmes for children and adults, with options for different ages and playing levels.

It is particularly convenient for families and visitors staying between Marbella and Estepona who want coaching as well as court rental. Reservations are made by phone, WhatsApp or email, and some courts are also listed on Playtomic.

Best for: Families and players staying on the New Golden Mile

Villa Padierna Racquet Club

Nestled in Estepona, Villa Padierna padel club stands tall among Marbella’s top clubs. Featuring 15 padel courts spread across three areas, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a thrilling game and refine your padel tennis skills with expert guidance.

Villa Padierna Racquet Club is frequently included in lists of Marbella padel clubs, but it is situated west of Marbella in the Estepona municipality.

The racquet club sits about 50 metres from the beach at Costalita and covers more than 22,000 square metres and offers padel, tennis and croquet.

It remains a relevant option for people staying around Guadalmina, Benahavís, Cancelada and the New Golden Mile, but it should be labelled as being near Marbella rather than within Marbella.

Best for: A large beachside racquet club west of Marbella.

Unicorn Racket Club

Unicorn Racket Club is a modern padel and lifestyle club near Selwo in Estepona. It combines 11 top-tier padel courts with a Technogym fitness centre, sauna, restaurant and kids’ club.

The club suits players looking for a more social, all-day sports experience and is particularly convenient for visitors staying around Estepona or the western New Golden Mile. Courts can be reserved through Playtomic.

Best for: Modern facilities, fitness and a social club experience

Oxygen Sportsclub

Oxygen Sportsclub is located in Sitio de Calahonda, Mijas Costa, about 21 kilometres east of Marbella centre, roughly 20 minutes by the A-7.

The sports and wellness complex has 6 padel courts alongside extensive indoor and outdoor training areas, group classes, recovery and wellness services, a restaurant, massage and beauty facilities. Oxygen is also an official HYROX gym, making it particularly suitable for players who want to combine padel with strength, conditioning and recovery facilities.

Courts are booked through the club’s online portal, with enquiries by telephone or WhatsApp; the club also promotes its own app. Confirm current court prices, equipment rental and whether a membership or separate court reservation is required before visiting.

Best for: Players staying in Calahonda, Cabopino or East Marbella who want padel combined with a large gym and wellness facilities.

Which Marbella Padel Club Should You Choose?

The best padel club in Marbella depends largely on where you are staying and the type of experience you want.

For a large modern padel complex: Los Naranjos Padel Club.
For regular matches and tournaments: Nueva Alcántara Club, and CAP Racket club.
For padel combined with a full gym: Real Club Padel Marbella, NAC, Unicorn Racket Club and Oxygen.
For the Golden Mile: Puente Romano Tennis & Padel Club and Marbella Club.
For an established racquets club atmosphere: Manolo Santana Racquets Club.
For East Marbella: Los Monteros Racquet Club or Royal Tennis Club Marbella.
For a resort-based experience: Rafa Nadal Tennis Center or Club Med.
For Marbella’s padel heritage: Marbella Club.
For families and players staying on the New Golden Mile: Bel-Air Tennis & Padel.
For organised games and an active social scene: NAC and CAP Racket Club.
For a relaxed, padel-focused club near Guadalmina: Alhambra del Golf Padel Club.
For a luxury resort setting west of Marbella: Villa Padierna Racquet Club.
For modern padel, fitness and a social-club experience: NAC and Unicorn Racket Club.
For Calahonda and the area east of Marbella: Oxygen Sportsclub.
Best option when rain is forecast: Los Naranjos Padel Club, which has four semi-covered courts.

Location matters more than many visitors expect. Traffic around Marbella and Puerto Banús can be heavy during summer, so choosing a padel court close to your accommodation can save considerable travel time.

Indoor and Covered Padel Courts in Marbella

Los Naranjos Padel Club officially offers 12 outdoor courts and four semi-covered courts, plus an individual practice court and a central competition court.

The other main clubs covered in this guide primarily promote outdoor courts. There are no fully indoor padel courts in Marbella itself, so if you want a roof over your head the nearest options are in Estepona, Fuengirola and Málaga. If rain or strong wind is expected, contact the club directly and ask whether the reserved court is covered and what happens if play is cancelled because of the weather.

If wet weather affects your booking, explore more things to do in Marbella when it rains.

Padel Lessons and Academies in Marbella

Most of the principal padel clubs in Marbella offer some form of instruction, ranging from beginner lessons to junior schools and structured training programmes.

Nueva Alcántara Club, Real Club Padel Marbella, Manolo Santana Racquets Club and Los Monteros Racquet Club all advertise padel schools, academies or lessons through their official websites. Marbella Club offers private instruction, while the Rafa Nadal Tennis Center provides training within its wider racquets programme.

A private introductory lesson can be the easiest option for someone playing padel for the first time. More experienced visitors may prefer a match, clinic or training stage organised according to level.

Families can find further ideas in our guide to the best things to do in Marbella with kids.

How to Book a Padel Court in Marbella

Padel court bookings in Marbella are normally made through a club website, a dedicated member portal, Playtomic or direct contact with reception. The precise system varies between clubs.

Before confirming a reservation, check:

– Whether the booking is open to non-members.
– Whether the price shown is per court or per player.
– The length of the reservation.
– Whether rackets and balls can be rented.
– Whether the court is outdoor, semi-covered or fully covered.
– The cancellation and weather policy.
– Whether coaching must be booked separately.

Popular evening and weekend times can fill quickly, particularly during peak season and school holidays. Advance booking is advisable if you need a particular location or want to arrange a lesson.

Travelling without other players? Some Marbella padel clubs organise mix-ins, Americanos, leagues or level-based matches that allow individual players to join a game. Real Club Padel Marbella, CAP Racket Club and Nueva Alcántara are particularly relevant options. Playtomic can also be used to find open matches, although availability changes daily.

Beginners and visitors do not necessarily need to travel with equipment. Many clubs offer racket rental and sell balls at reception, while resort clubs may include equipment with selected lessons. Confirm availability when booking, particularly if several players require rackets.

How Much Does It Cost to Play Padel in Marbella?

Standard four-player court rental at clubs with published prices commonly starts at around €36 per hour, although covered, premium and resort courts may cost more.

Padel court rental in Marbella generally depends on the club, court type and booking duration. As an officially published 2026 reference, Los Naranjos charges €36 per hour for an outdoor court and €46 for a covered court. Its individual practice court costs €22 per hour, while the central competition court costs €120 per hour (tariffs 2027 now published).

Real Club Padel Marbella charges €36 for one hour, €54 for 90 minutes and €72 for two hours. Its organised mix-ins cost €8 for members and €15 for non-members.

Many other clubs display live prices only through Playtomic or their booking systems. Coaching, racket rental and balls may be charged separately. Prices and peak-time supplements can change, so always check the club’s official booking page before reserving.

Prices checked in September 2026 and shown per court unless otherwise stated.

Where to Buy Padel Clothes and Padel Equipment in Marbella

For padel rackets, shoes, clothing, balls and accessories, try the sports department at El Corte Inglés in Puerto Banús, Decathlon in Mijas or Padel Nuestro in Malaga. Closer to hand, Todopadel in San Pedro de Alcántara is a specialist padel shop within Marbella municipality, and Los Naranjos has a padel shop on site. Some padel clubs also have pro shops or offer racket rental if you only need equipment for a match. Stock can vary, so check before visiting.

The History of Padel in Marbella

Padel originated in Acapulco, Mexico, in 1969, where Enrique Corcuera adapted an enclosed space at his home into the first version of the modern padel court.

Alfonso de Hohenlohe encountered the game through Corcuera and subsequently introduced it to Spain at the Marbella Club in 1974, building the first two courts there. Marbella Club describes itself as the birthplace of padel in Europe and says its court was the first padel court built in Europe. Hohenlohe’s original courts were removed in 1995, so the Príncipe Alfonso court that stands today is a modern tribute.

From Marbella, the sport grew through Spain and developed into one of the country’s most widely played racquet sports. From Marbella the game also travelled to Argentina, where Julio Menditeguy, a member of the Marbella club, is credited with introducing it. Marbella’s combination of mild weather, international residents, resorts and specialist clubs has helped it remain an important padel destination.

Frequently Asked Questions About Padel in Marbella

Where can tourists play padel in Marbella?

Several clubs provide court-booking systems or direct reservation options, including Nueva Alcántara Club, Real Club Padel Marbella, Puente Romano Tennis Club, Manolo Santana Racquets Club and Los Monteros Racquet Club. Non-member access and availability should always be confirmed before visiting.

What are the best padel clubs in Marbella?

The principal options include Los Naranjos Padel Club, Nueva Alcántara Club, Real Club Padel Marbella, Puente Romano Tennis Club, Manolo Santana Racquets Club and Los Monteros Racquet Club. The best choice depends on your location, level and whether you want coaching, gym facilities or a resort experience.

Are there padel courts near Puerto Banús?

Yes. Los Naranjos Padel Club and Real Club Padel Marbella are located in Nueva Andalucía, close to Puerto Banús. Puente Romano and Manolo Santana Racquets Club are also within reasonable reach.

How much does it cost to play padel in marbella?

At clubs with officially published prices, a standard padel court currently starts at approximately €36 per hour. Covered and premium courts can cost more, while coaching, racket rental and balls may be additional. Because prices vary by club and booking time, check the current rate through the club website or Playtomic.

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