Tennis and padel in Benidorm: where to play and how to book
Facts checked 15 October 2026 against the sources at the foot of this page.
Short answer
You can play tennis or padel in Benidorm all year, and visitors are welcome at every club below. The council's Palau d'Esports l'Illa has 4 tennis and 4 padel courts, booked online through the council system once you've registered. The biggest private club is IQL, with 10 tennis courts (4 clay, 6 hard) and 5 padel courts near Rincón de Loix. Finca Guila, between Benidorm and l'Alfàs, has 5 tennis courts and 3 panoramic padel courts bookable on Playtomic. Meliá Villaitana has 6 padel courts. Book padel a day or two ahead: evenings fill up.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Public courts | Palau d'Esports l'Illa: 4 tennis + 4 padel; Guillermo Amor centre: 4 tennis |
| Biggest private club | IQL Sports: 10 tennis (4 clay, 6 hard), 5 padel, gym, indoor pool |
| Panoramic padel | Finca Guila (3 courts), on Playtomic |
| Resort courts | Meliá Villaitana: 6 padel, 1 hard tennis court |
| Clay courts | CH2 (6), IQL (4), Finca Guila (4) |
| How to book (council) | deportesbenidorm.deporsite.net, register first; Palau court line 96 681 54 72 |
| How to book (private) | Playtomic (Finca Guila), IQL website, phone |
| Floodlights | Yes at the main clubs (evening play) |
| Best months | All year; summer play before 11:00 or after 19:00 |
| Example price | Club de Golf Ifach (Benissa) tennis €10/hour in 2026 |
Where to play
| Club | Area | Tennis | Padel | Extras | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palau d'Esports l'Illa (council) | Partida Salto del Agua, west of town | 4 (2 artificial grass, 2 Greenset) | 4 | Squash, gym, pool, bouldering | Council online system; 96 681 54 72; padel office 681 347 225 |
| Guillermo Amor Sports Centre (council) | Partida Foietes | 4 | — | Athletics track, pools, fronton | Council online system; 96 680 48 14 |
| IQL Sports (Indoor Quality League) | SD La Barrina, Serra Gelada side | 10 (4 clay, 6 plexipave) | 5 | Gym, indoor pool, café, academy | iqlsports.com |
| Finca Guila Tenis & Padel | Camí Vell de l'Alfàs 34, Benidorm/l'Alfàs | 5 (4 clay, 1 artificial grass) | 3 panoramic | Free pétanque, café, free parking | Playtomic |
| Club de Tenis CH2 | Ask the club | 6 clay | 3 | Fronton, gym, football pitches | Ask the club |
| Meliá Villaitana (Padel Point) | Av. Alcalde Eduardo Zaplana 7 | 1 hard | 6 | Golf, spa, hotel | padelpointvillaitana.com |
| Padel School 04 | Av. Dr Severo Ochoa 34 | — | School | Lessons and clinics | +34 636 72 88 60 |
Booking as a visitor
Council courts (Palau d'Esports and Guillermo Amor) are booked through Benidorm council's online system at deportesbenidorm.deporsite.net. You must create an account before you can book. The council publishes a step-by-step guide and its booking conditions on its sports page. If the online system defeats you, ring the Palau court line (96 681 54 72) or call in at the padel office at the Palau. Finca Guila uses Playtomic, the padel app used across Spain. Download it before you travel, search "Finca Guila" and you'll see live prices and free slots. Playtomic also lets you join "open matches" if you're short of a fourth player — useful if you're travelling as a couple. IQL takes bookings on its own website and runs an academy with lessons for beginners, intermediate and competitive players, plus internal leagues. Villaitana padel is open to non-guests via Padel Point.
Lessons, clinics and kids
Most clubs offer one-to-one lessons and small-group sessions. Finca Guila runs programmes for adults, teenagers and children; IQL has a tennis and padel academy; Padel School 04 specialises in padel coaching and clinics for all ages; Villaitana can set up group clinics with accommodation. If you've never played padel, book a one-hour lesson first: the walls and the underarm serve take 20 minutes to click, then it's addictive. Racket hire is usually available at the desk; ask when you book.
Padel or tennis?
Padel is easier for mixed-ability groups and older players: the court is smaller, the ball is slower off the walls, and doubles is standard. Evening slots go quickly. Tennis courts are easier to get at short notice, and clay courts at CH2, IQL and Finca Guila are kind on knees. In summer, play before 11:00 or after 19:00; courts in full sun get very hot.
Watch out for
- Council courts need an online account before you can book; set it up before your trip.
- Padel evenings (18:00–22:00) are busy from September to June; book two days ahead.
- Not all clubs rent rackets; check when you book.
- Prices on Playtomic change by time of day; off-peak mornings are usually cheaper.
- Summer midday play is uncomfortable and risky in the heat.
Questions people ask
Can tourists use the public tennis courts in Benidorm?
Yes. The council courts at the Palau d'Esports l'Illa and the Guillermo Amor centre are bookable by anyone through the council's online system at deportesbenidorm.deporsite.net. You must register first.
Where can I play padel in Benidorm?
At the Palau d'Esports l'Illa (4 courts), IQL Sports (5), Finca Guila (3 panoramic courts, on Playtomic) and Meliá Villaitana (6). Padel School 04 runs lessons and clinics.
How much does it cost to hire a tennis court near Benidorm?
Prices vary by club and time. As one dated example, Club de Golf Ifach in Benissa charges €10 an hour for tennis in 2026. Check Playtomic or the club for live Benidorm prices.
Is there a clay tennis court in Benidorm?
Yes. Club de Tenis CH2 has 6 clay courts, IQL has 4 and Finca Guila has 4.
Do I need my own padel racket?
Not usually; most clubs have rackets to rent or lend. Ask when booking, and bring your own balls if you're particular.
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Sources
- Visit Benidorm — Tennis in Benidorm — clubs, addresses, booking routes, Padel 04 contact — checked 2026-10-15
- Visit Benidorm — Sports facilities — court counts at Palau, Guillermo Amor, CH2, IQL, Villaitana; phones — checked 2026-10-15
- Ayuntamiento de Benidorm — Palau d'Esports l'Illa — Palau 96 683 10 50, court reservations 96 681 54 72 — checked 2026-10-15
- Ayuntamiento de Benidorm — Reserva e inscripciones — online system, registration required — checked 2026-10-15
- TuPista — Palau d'Esports l'Illa — 2 artificial grass + 2 Greenset tennis, 4 padel — checked 2026-10-15
- Finca Guila — 5 tennis (4 clay, 1 artificial grass), 3 panoramic padel, free parking — checked 2026-10-15
- Playtomic — Finca Guila — booking page — checked 2026-10-15
- IQL Sports — 10 tennis (4 clay, 6 plexipave), 5 padel, gym, indoor pool — checked 2026-10-15
- Club de Golf Ifach — Tarifas 2026 — tennis €10/hour — checked 2026-10-15