Bali offers several padel holiday options for 2026, from all-inclusive week-long retreats (from around US$1,200 per person) to intensive weekend camps (around $600 for 3 days) to self-guided padel trips. Key retreat operators include The Padel Retreat (Ubud and Uluwatu locations), Padel in Paradise (Canggu and Ubud), Wanderlands Travel (from around $600 for 3-day intensive camps at TAO Academy) and Puro Padel Retreats. Packages typically include accommodation, daily coaching, meals, transfers and recovery facilities. The dry season (April-October) is the most popular time to book. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Bali is the World’s Best Padel Holiday Destination
Bali has become the go-to destination for padel holidays globally. Whether you’re a beginner looking to discover the sport or an advanced player seeking improvement, Bali delivers facilities, expert coaching, and the perfect blend of sport and wellness.
We’ve analysed dozens of retreat operators and camps across the island. What makes Bali special? Multiple high-quality venues in scenic locations, affordable pricing, reliable weather, and a thriving padel community that welcomes travellers from around the world.
Your options range from structured week-long all-inclusive retreats ($1,200-$2,000) to intensive weekend camps ($600) to completely self-guided padel holidays where you book courts independently and explore at your own pace.
The Padel Holiday Options in Bali
Not all padel holidays are created equal. Let’s break down the three main approaches so you can choose what suits your travel style, budget, and skill level.
Structured All-Inclusive Retreats
These are turnkey experiences. You arrive, accommodation and meals are arranged, coaching is scheduled, and social activities keep you engaged from morning to evening. No planning required - you just show up and play.
Typical inclusions: daily breakfast, daily yoga, coaching sessions, tournament play, spa treatments, welcome dinner, and ground transportation. All meals and ground transport are handled for you.
Best for: first-timers who want zero stress, intermediate players seeking improvement, anyone wanting to build a community quickly.
Standalone Camps (Accommodation Not Included)
These are court-based programmes. You book your own accommodation and meals, but the camp provides coaching, video analysis, tournament-style matches, yoga, and recovery services on-site.
You keep more control over where you stay and what you eat, which appeals to budget-conscious travellers and those with specific dietary needs.
Best for: independent travellers, those on tighter budgets, experienced padel players who want quality coaching without the retreat frills.
DIY Padel Holidays
Book your own accommodation and independently arrange court time using Playtomic or direct venue bookings. Join walk-in sessions, make friends with local players, and create your own itinerary.
This option offers maximum flexibility and often the lowest cost - you only pay for what you use. But it requires more planning and assumes you’re comfortable finding courts and joining social games.
Best for: experienced, independent travellers, those visiting for longer stays, padel enthusiasts who know what they want and don’t need hand-holding.
Top Retreat Operators in Bali
We’ve researched the major operators offering padel holidays in Bali. Here are the ones delivering the most consistent, high-quality experiences.
The Padel Retreat - Ubud and Uluwatu
The Padel Retreat runs camps at two scenic Bali locations: Ubud in the cultural heart of the island, and Uluwatu perched on dramatic cliffs.
Head coach Miguel Angel brings over 10 years of experience and specialises in developing players of all levels through dynamic, tactical, and personalised training. Expect focused coaching sessions tailored to your ability.
Pricing starts from $1,600 per week. Inclusions: daily breakfast, daily yoga, one tournament entry, four 90-minute spa treatments, welcome dinner, and full retreat support (visa guidance, tour recommendations, bike rentals).
The Ubud location features 4 semi-covered courts at Rodri Ovide Academy with a fitness studio, wellness centre with pool, cold baths, and sauna. The Uluwatu location at The Ground offers 3 full-sized courts plus 1 single court in a laid-back cliff setting.
2026 dates include: Ubud (March 29 - April 5), Uluwatu (April 19-26, June 7-14). Book via thepadelretreat.com.
Goddess Retreats - Women-Only Wellness
Goddess Retreats runs one of Bali’s first dedicated women-only padel, yoga, and wellness retreats. It’s based in Seminyak at the Goddess Villa Sanctuary.
This is a premium experience: 7 days / 6 nights, all-inclusive, typically starting from around US$1,600 per person, with pricing varying by accommodation type and season. Early bookers (180 days advance) get complimentary room or villa upgrades.
What you get:
- 5 private small-group coaching sessions (1-4 guests per coach)
- Unlimited court time for social play
- Daily yoga
- Unlimited spa treatments with botanical blends from Ubud gardens
- Unlimited body toning contrast therapy (ice baths and infrared saunas)
- Nourishing gourmet meals in a boutique villa
The 4:1 team-to-guest ratio ensures personalised attention. If you’re a woman wanting to meet other female padel players while building your skills in a luxury wellness setting, Goddess is exceptional. Book via goddessretreats.com.
Wanderlands - Intensive Camps
Wanderlands Travel offers both week-long and intensive weekend padel camps in Ubud at Rodri Ovide Academy / TAO Padel Academy.
The intensive weekend option is brilliant value at $600 for 3 days. That includes coaching, tournament-style matches, video analysis, daily yoga, fitness sessions, rejuvenating massages, unlimited access to the recovery area (pool, gym, ice bath, sauna), and healthy meals.
Note: accommodation is not included, but Wanderlands helps you find suitable options. This appeals to budget-conscious travellers and those who want flexibility on where they stay.
The facility features 4 semi-covered courts, chill-out area, cafe-restaurant, fitness and yoga studio, and wellness centre with pool, cold baths, and sauna. Booking policy: full payment required; non-refundable but transferable to another person or convertible to open-dated credit. Book via wanderlands.travel.
Padel in Paradise Retreats - All-Inclusive from €917
Padel in Paradise operates in Ubud with an all-inclusive week starting from approximately €917 (roughly US$1,000 at current rates). That’s exceptional value for a week-long retreat.
Your week includes 12-16 hours on-court play, 2 Americano format tournaments, 7-night accommodation, daily breakfast, and activities like waterfall visits, rafting, and snorkelling. Padel in Paradise specialises in custom itineraries, so if you want to blend padel with adventure, they’ll build it for you.
The all-inclusive approach means you book once and everything is sorted. Perfect for first-timers or anyone who values simplicity. Book via padelinparadiseretreats.com.
Bali Padel Retreat - Mahima Facility
Bali Padel Retreat focuses on intensive on-court training at the Mahima facility in Ubud. Their package includes 5 nights in a luxury hotel with daily 4-hour coaching sessions.
Every training session is followed by a sport massage - recovery is built into the experience. You’ll also get a welcome dinner and daily breakfast. This is ideal if your primary goal is padel improvement with premium recovery support.
The smaller group sizes mean more direct coaching attention. Book via balipadelretreat.com.
Puro Padel Retreats - Group Adventures
Puro Padel Retreats operates in Kedungu and Nusa Lembongan with group-focused retreats starting from approximately $1,550. Group sizes are kept intimate at 8-16 people.
Perfect if you want to join an established group or if you’re recruiting friends and want a group discount. The smaller group size means you’ll build friendships during the week. Book via puropadelretreats.com.
Padel Travellers - Social Group Trips
Padel Travellers runs group trips based in Canggu using the BPA facility. Their 14-day format attracts players wanting an extended padel holiday in a social, community-driven setting.
Check TripAdvisor reviews for recent feedback from past guests - they’re consistently positive. Book via padeltravellers.com or TripAdvisor.
Best Padel Areas in Bali
Where you stay on your padel holiday in Bali matters. Different Bali regions have different vibes and different court options.
Canggu - The Padel Hub
Canggu is Bali’s padel epicentre. You’ll find BPA (7 semi-indoor courts) and multiple Jungle Padel locations here. It’s also Bali’s main digital nomad and surf hotspot.
Why Canggu works: lively beach town atmosphere, co-working spaces, padel courts within minutes of each other, fantastic restaurants and nightlife, direct beach access. Many retreat operators book players here between camps.
Best for: social players, those wanting nightlife and wellness combined, digital nomads seeking consistent court access.
Ubud - The Spiritual Heart
Ubud is Bali’s cultural and spiritual centre - rice terraces, temples, yoga studios, wellness retreats, and a thriving artistic community. Padel facilities include Bam Bam Padel (5 full courts), Monkey Padel (3 roofed courts), and Rodri Ovide Academy / TAO (4 semi-covered courts).
Why Ubud works: peaceful, inspiring setting; yoga and wellness options; excellent local food culture; perfect for combining padel with spiritual development. Most structured retreats operate from Ubud.
Best for: wellness-minded players, yoga enthusiasts, those seeking a slower pace, intermediate to advanced players wanting personalised coaching.
Uluwatu - The Cliffside Option
Uluwatu offers surf breaks and dramatic cliff-top settings. Padel venues include The Ground (3 full-sized courts in Bingin), Manor Padel (Pecatu), and Island Sports Uluwatu (4 panoramic courts).
Why Uluwatu works: dramatic scenery, excellent for combining surf and padel, laid-back vibe, luxury cliff-top accommodation options. The Ground is particularly scenic.
Best for: surfers wanting to combine sports, those seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience, players after dramatic backdrops for their photos.
Best Time to Visit Bali for Padel
Bali’s weather is tropical year-round. Temperatures stay between 26-31 degrees Celsius (79-88 Fahrenheit) throughout the year. The distinction is between dry and wet seasons.
Dry Season (April - October)
Clear skies, lower humidity, pleasant breeze. This is Bali’s peak tourist season and when most retreat operators run camps. Courts are busier, accommodation is pricier, but the weather is ideal.
Most major tournaments and organised camps run April-October. If you want guaranteed sunny weather and maximum social activity, book in dry season.
Wet Season (November - March)
Rain comes in heavy downpours for 1-2 hours, then sunshine returns. It’s not all-day rain. Fewer tourists mean easier court bookings and lower accommodation prices - sometimes 30-40% less than dry season.
Key advantage: most Bali padel courts are covered or semi-indoor, meaning you can play comfortably year-round. Rain doesn’t stop padel in Bali the way it might elsewhere.
Fully covered venues include Bam Bam (5 courts), City Padel (4 courts), and Padel Club Indonesia (4 courts). Semi-covered options include BPA (7 courts) and Monkey Padel (3 courts).
Wet season is perfect for budget-conscious travellers, those wanting fewer crowds, and players prioritising court access over weather.
Where to Book Your Padel Holiday
You’ve got two booking routes: direct with retreat operators or through aggregator platforms.
Booking Direct with Operators
Booking directly with the retreat operator (thepadelretreat.com, goddessretreats.com, wanderlands.travel, etc.) is straightforward. You communicate directly with their team, ask specific questions, and often secure better rates for longer commitments.
Advantage: direct communication, potential for custom itinerary tweaks, no middleman fees.
Booking Through Aggregator Platforms
Several platforms aggregate padel camps and retreats:
- The Padel Circle (thepadelcircle.com) - comprehensive camp directory and booking platform
- Weebora (weebora.com) - dedicated padel travel specialist
- Best Padel Camps (bestpadelcamp.com) - curated camp listings
- Love Padel Holidays (lovepadelholidays.com) - retreat-focused bookings
These platforms are useful for comparing options and reading reviews from past guests.
DIY Versus Structured - Which Approach is Right for You?
Let’s be honest: not everyone wants a week of structured activities. Some players prefer total independence. Here’s how to decide.
Choose a Structured Retreat If:
- This is your first padel holiday - the hand-holding reduces stress enormously
- You want to meet other padel players and build friendships quickly
- You value expert coaching tailored to your level
- You’d rather not spend time researching restaurants, courts, and transport
- You want high-end wellness (spa, yoga, recovery services) bundled in
- You appreciate the social structure of group activities and dinners
Choose a DIY Holiday If:
- You’ve played padel extensively and know what you’re looking for
- You want flexibility to change plans daily based on mood or weather
- Budget is a priority - you’ll save money booking independently
- You prefer solitude or small groups to structured social activities
- You’re comfortable using apps like Playtomic to find games and courts
- You’re extending a longer Bali trip and padel is secondary to other activities
What Makes a Great Padel Holiday?
We’ve analysed hundreds of reviews from padel holiday guests. The top-rated experiences share common themes:
Expert coaching: head coaches with 10+ years experience, specialised in developing players of all levels.
Community: group dinners, social tournaments, mixed-ability sessions that facilitate friendships.
Recovery: massage, yoga, pool access, saunas - padel is intense, and recovery matters.
Convenience: accommodation close to courts (ideally 5-10 minutes), all meals included, ground transport handled.
Balance: mix of serious coaching, friendly competitions, and leisure time to explore.
Inclusive philosophy: welcoming to all abilities from beginner to advanced, no gatekeeping.
The top retreat operators in Bali nail all of these. The reason they’re booked out months in advance is they deliver.
Padel Holiday Budget Planning
Your total padel holiday cost includes flights, accommodation (unless bundled), meals, court time, coaching, visas, transport, and activities. Let’s break down realistic numbers for different approaches.
All-Inclusive Retreat (7 days)
- Retreat cost: $1,200-$2,000 depending on operator and room type
- Flights (return, London): $400-$800 depending on season
- Bali Tourism Levy: approximately US$10 (IDR 150,000, one-time)
- Visa: included in some package deals or approximately US$35 (VOA, IDR 500,000) depending on nationality
- Ground transport: included
- Meals: included (breakfast, most lunches/dinners)
- Total estimate: $1,700-$3,500 including flights
Self-Guided DIY (7 days)
- Accommodation (mid-range villa): $35-$70 per night = $245-$490
- Court rental (4 sessions): $10-$30 per session = $40-$120
- Coaching (2 sessions, if desired): $40-$80 per session = $80-$160
- Meals (restaurants): $8-$20 per day = $56-$140
- Transport (scooter or Grab): $5-$15 per day = $35-$105
- Bali Tourism Levy: approximately US$10 (IDR 150,000)
- Flights (return): $400-$800
- Total estimate: $925-$2,100 including flights
What’s Your Padel Holiday Timeline?
Three-day weekend: Perfect for intensive camps like Wanderlands, if you’re adding padel to a broader Bali trip.
Seven-day week: The sweet spot. Long enough to see genuine improvement, short enough for most work schedules. Covers one retreat package or 10-15 self-guided court sessions.
10-14 days: Ambitious players can mix two retreat locations (Ubud and Uluwatu) or combine padel with surf, temples, and culture.
21+ days: Go for a longer retreat or fully self-guided immersion, combining padel with an extended Bali wellness journey.
Next Steps - Book Your Bali Padel Holiday
You’ve now got the lay of the land. Here’s your action plan:
1. Choose your retreat operator or DIY approach based on your preferences and budget.
2. Pick your dates - ideally April-October for dry season, or November-March for budget/fewer crowds.
3. Sort your flights and visa (most nationalities just need Visa on Arrival, 30 days extendable to 60).
4. Book your accommodation - if choosing a structured retreat, they handle this; if DIY, Canggu and Ubud have hundreds of options on Airbnb and Booking.com.
5. Register on Playtomic so you can find games and book courts independently (even if you’ve booked a retreat, having Playtomic gives you options for extra sessions).
6. Start building fitness - padel is intense. A few weeks of cardio and core strengthening before you go pays dividends.
Bali awaits.
