Excitement ripples around the globe among tennis fans all year round, kicking off with the Australian Open in January and the Dubai Tennis Championships in February. The French Open – also known as Roland Garros – begins in May, followed by England’s impeccably stylish Wimbledon fortnight at the end of June and the US Open from August.

Padel – a simplified version of tennis – is also taking the world by storm. A cross between tennis and squash, it’s typically played on an enclosed court in doubles, and it’s sociable, fun and easy to learn.

To embrace these year-round sports, pick up a racquet and take to the courts while you stay with us in the Maldives, London and Dubai. Read on to discover our most scenic tennis and padel courts around the world, with stunning views to match. Point.

Beachside tennis in the Maldives

Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali Island

Perfect your serve on our tennis court, which overlooks a pristine shoreline and white sand beach. Challenge a companion to a match on the court, which is floodlit for evening play. Brush up your technique and take your skills to the next level with private tennis coaching sessions. Every Wednesday, young guests can join a friendly tennis practice for kids at 16:00, and every Friday we host adult social tennis at 16:00.

A private square off London’s Sloane Street

The Carlton Tower Jumeirah

Our enviable location off Sloane Street is in one of London’s chicest neighbourhoods, Chelsea. Our hotel overlooks the private gardens of Cadogan Place, one of the neighbourhood’s largest leafy squares which is home to lawns, sculptures, a playground and ‘pollinator meadow’ for nature lovers. Better yet, when you stay with us at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah, you can book the park’s private tennis courts, which are usually reserved for local residents, through our Concierge.

An exhilarating game of padel in Dubai

Jumeirah Al Qasr

Our sleek health and wellness members club, J Club, has partnered with Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in France to launch three padel courts in Jumeirah Al Qasr’s leafy grounds. Whether you’re a guest or not, a novice or a keen player, you can reserve a court for a friendly match, an introductory private or group lesson or a workshop led by Head Coach Peter Wessels – a former national coach from the Netherlands. If you’re a J Club member, you can also enjoy complimentary access for an hour each day, a 15% discount for longer games and a complimentary session with Jumeirah’s tennis pros every month.

Coastal courts in Dubai

Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Our beachfront haven for families is home to six beautifully designed championship standard tennis courts and three squash courts, just moments from Burj Al Arab. You can book a private or group session with a coach for adults and junior players of all abilities. Dubai locals are also invited to play our friendly tournaments, afternoon matches and social club nights.

After a demanding game on the court, reward your body with a rejuvenating treatment at Talise Spa, our award-winning wellness sanctuaries in the Maldives, London, Dubai and elsewhere.