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Game, set, match: The best luxury tennis resorts in Europe
By Shivani Dubey | 11 July 2024 | Sport, Travel
With Wimbledon in full swing and the Challengers allure still in the air, we look at some of the best European luxury tennis resorts for avid fans of the sport
This is the summer of sport, but more importantly, it is the year of tennis. With Wimbledon sweeping the nation’s attention and Challengers smashing through the cinemas earlier this year, it seems like tennis fever is everywhere. The film has even waded its way into Wimbledon, with cameramen broadcasting a Challengers-style montage during a break in the Fritz v Zverev game.
People are signing up for tennis lessons now more than ever, with many choosing to spend their downtime on the tennis courts. And, given that so many luxury resorts in Europe cater to the tennis loving crowd, there are so many options to choose from.
From getting training from tennis legends to multi-generational tennis holidays, we look at some of the best luxury tennis resorts in Europe to help you unleash your inner Novak Djokovic or Serena Williams.
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Forte Village Resort, Sardinia
Forte Village is a great place to visit for a tennis or padel aficionado as it boasts 13 tennis courts and three padel courts that are hidden amongst 50 hectares of beautiful gardens and lush pine forest. It has always been a favourite of professional tennis players including Jannik Sinner, who played at Forte Village in March 2019 for the ITF Men’s World Tennis Tour.
Forte Village’s courses are suitable for players of all ages and abilities, with specialist lessons available on request to help players perfect their style and competition techniques. High level players can partake in the weekly singles, doubles, junior and senior tournaments, while younger players can join the Junior Tennis Academy.
And if that wasn’t enough, each year, Forte Village calls on Grand Slam champions and former Wimbledon winners to lead their world class Tennis Star Academy. This summer’s schedule includes singles player Ernests Gulbis, former doubles world No. 1 Emilio Sanchez and former Olympic bronze medalist Albert Costa.
Puente Romano Beach Resort, Spain
Puente Romano Beach Resort is famous for its celebrity clientele, making it one of the most glamorous destinations for a tennis retreat. The hotel features an on-property Tennis Club with 10 courts, which has hosted professional competitions like the Davis Cup, an ATP 250, and the Billy Jean King Cup.
Guests will literally be perfecting their game among the stars, as tennis legend Novak Djokovic is known to frequent this Club for his training sessions in between tournaments. And if you’d like a break from tennis to enjoy other amenities, the hotel has three outdoor pools, a botanical garden and a state of the art spa. A luxurious vacation coupled with a sporting retreat, what more could you want?
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Bürgenstock Resort, Switzerland
Bürgenstock Resort runs around Lake Lucerne in Switzerland, and is the perfect blend of state of the art tennis and world class luxury. The property is made up of four different hotel concepts, three separate spas and multiple dining venues — not to mention the stunning indoor tennis courts called the Diamond Domes.
Guests can even choose to build their stays around tennis. Specifically, when the resort hosts the LUX Tennis Star Events. This event sees some of tennis’s most recognizable names coming down to provide their star power to the resort’s incredible tennis program. This is definitely something an avid tennis fan — or beginner — won’t want to miss.
Verdura Resort, Sicily
Verdura Resort has a world class Tennis and Paddle Club, which welcomes beginners and advanced players to join their courses and learn tips from professionals. Combined with their private beach, Kyle Phillips golf courses, and excellent kids club, Verdura Resort is the best place for a multi-generational sporting holiday.
The resort offers tennis coaching programmes with top instructors who unveil secret tips from the likes of Nadal and Federer. The Tennis Academies with the Stars offers lessons with top tennis legends including two-time major singles quarterfinalist Gilles Muller, former world No. 8 singles player Karel Novacek and former world No.1 doubles player Paul Haarhuis.
And if that doesn’t convince you, you can read our review of the resort here.