Padel, Tennis, Badminton and Pickleball in Phuket: Courts, Prices and Clubs

Padel and pickleball

Padel has grown quickly since 2023, with new clubs around Bang Tao, Cherng Talay and Rawai. Guides quote court hire from about 400 to 800 baht an hour at some venues and 600 to 1,200 baht or more at others, which works out at roughly 100 to 300 baht a person for four players. One October 2026 guide lists open play at about 250 baht a person at a club with roofed courts, with paddle rental around 200 baht.

Pickleball is cheaper, with open play quoted at about 150 to 250 baht a person and court hire around 500 to 600 baht an hour. Evening slots in Bang Tao are reported to fill quickly, so book ahead or try mornings.

Tennis and badminton

• Tennis court hire is quoted at about 200 to 500 baht an hour at municipal and club courts, with hotel courts open to non-guests at roughly 400 to 800 baht.
• Public tennis and badminton courts in Phuket Town and Thalang are reported at about 50 to 120 baht an hour, with rougher surfaces.
• Private air-conditioned badminton courts are quoted at about 150 to 400 baht an hour, and shuttlecocks are the main running cost.
• Coaching is commonly quoted at about 800 to 1,500 baht an hour for private tennis lessons and less for group sessions.

Badminton halls suit the monsoon because they are indoors and cooler.

Finding people to play with

Facebook groups for Phuket padel, tennis and sport meetups are the usual route, along with club WhatsApp groups. Most clubs welcome drop-ins and rotate partners. See the social life guide for other ways to meet people, and the gym and Muay Thai and running guides for other sport.

Heat, rain and health

Play early or late and carry water. See the heat guide for heatstroke signs. Warm up properly, and make sure your health insurance covers sports injuries. See the hospital guide and the health and insurance guide.