Al Hamra Padel Beach

Al Hamra Padel Beach sits within the Al Hamra Golf Club complex behind Al Hamra Mall, beside Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort, in Al Jazeera Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. The venue was the first purpose-built indoor padel facility in the emirate.

Al Hamra Padel Beach padel draws a mix of hotel guests from the neighbouring Waldorf Astoria and Sofitel resorts, Al Hamra Village residents and players travelling from across RAK and the wider UAE.

The facility sits within a broader resort and golf community that includes an 18-hole championship golf course, a marina, The Bay restaurant and a Technogym-equipped fitness centre. That combination of sport, dining and leisure gives it a draw that few standalone padel clubs in the region can match.

The padel courts

Al Hamra Padel Beach has three indoor doubles courts fitted with crystal-style glass walls. The enclosed structure keeps courts shielded from the Gulf heat and wind, making year-round play comfortable. All three courts are floodlit and air-cooled, with clean surfaces and a good supply of padel balls provided with every booking.

Playtomic lists the courts as Padel 1, Padel 2 and Padel 3 - all doubles-sized and bookable online. Complimentary rackets are available at reception free of charge. Upgraded rackets can be rented for around AED 25 if you prefer newer equipment. Reviews consistently highlight the clean courts and friendly reception staff.

Booking padel and access

Courts are available to book through Playtomic or directly via WhatsApp on +971 55 411 3961. The venue operates as pay-and-play with no membership requirement to book, though memberships are available for regular players.

Standard court hire is AED 300 per court for 60 minutes (AED 75 per person in a doubles game), AED 400 for 90 minutes and AED 500 for 120 minutes.

Promotional rates apply at certain times. Peak hours (3 PM to 11 PM) are AED 240 per court for 60 minutes. Off-peak hours (6 AM to 3 PM) drop to AED 150 per court for 60 minutes.

Al Hamra VIP Card holders receive a 30 per cent discount on morning sessions and 20 per cent off evening sessions. Cancellations must be made at least 8 hours in advance via Playtomic. Opening hours run Monday to Thursday 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM, and Friday to Sunday 6:00 AM to midnight. Free parking is available on site.

Membership packages start at AED 499 per month, with quarterly (AED 1,199), six-month (AED 1,800) and annual (AED 2,999) options providing discounted court rates. Contact the venue on +971 55 411 3961 or visit the Al Hamra Golf Club website for the latest pricing.

Programme and social

Al Hamra Padel Beach runs regular tournaments and social padel events. Their Instagram account (@padelbeachrak) posts event announcements and tournament results including the Al Hamra Padel Tennis Championship. The venue hosts competitive and social fixtures that attract players across skill levels from the RAK community.

Coaching is available on site. Single lessons cost AED 200 and doubles lessons are AED 300. Five-lesson and ten-lesson packages are offered at discounted rates - contact the venue directly for current package pricing. Lessons cover technique, match play and tactical development.

Beyond the courts, a free recreational area with table tennis and foosball is available to all visitors. The Bay restaurant overlooks the 18th green and marina, with three dining areas including a rooftop terrace.

Food is served from 7 AM to 11 PM and the bar runs a happy hour Monday to Thursday 4 PM to 8 PM. The adjacent Technogym-equipped gym is available from AED 250 per month.

Best for

Al Hamra Padel Beach is a strong choice for resort guests at the Waldorf Astoria and Sofitel who want a convenient padel session without leaving the Al Hamra complex. The indoor courts and air cooling make it particularly appealing during RAK’s summer months when outdoor play is impractical.

Regular players benefit from the membership packages, which bring hourly rates down significantly compared to walk-in pricing. The combination of padel, dining at The Bay and gym access makes it a genuine multi-activity destination rather than a courts-only facility. Beginners can book coaching lessons and borrow rackets at no extra cost, lowering the barrier to a first game.

The location in Al Jazeera Al Hamra is roughly 30 minutes north of RAK city centre, so it works best for those already staying in or near Al Hamra Village.

Players looking for a central RAK location may find other venues more convenient. Few in the emirate match the overall package of indoor courts, resort facilities and competitive pricing that Al Hamra Padel Beach delivers.

Al Hamra Padel Beach offers in-house coaching with single and doubles lesson formats. Lessons cover technique, match play and tactical skills for all ability levels.