Padel in Murcia & Why It’s Becoming the Fastest-Growing Sport and What That Means for Residents
If you’re curious about sports, lifestyle or holiday-home amenities, you should know that Padel in Murcia is booming, and it’s quickly becoming one of the region’s top attractions. With rapidly growing player numbers, expanding club infrastructure, and many resorts now offering padel courts alongside tennis and golf, Murcia is establishing itself as a padel-friendly destination for both residents and holiday-home owners.
The Rise of Padel in Spain And What That Means for Murcia
Across Spain, padel continues to grow dramatically. At the start of this year, there were about 17,000 to 18,000 courts and nearly 4,500 clubs/facilities country-wide, a 5% increase over the previous year.
Spain remains the global hub of padel: surveys in 2025 report over 25 million players worldwide, with Spain among the largest contributors.
In Spain, padel has become the second most popular participation sport, only behind football.
For Murcia, with its warm climate, active lifestyle and many new residential resorts, this surge means that padel is no longer a niche sport. It is a mainstream activity with broad appeal. Resorts, communities and local clubs across the region are responding by building new courts, offering lessons, and fostering local padel societies.
Why Murcia Is Ideal for Padel
Climate & Weather: Murcia’s sunshine and mild winters are perfect for outdoor sports for most of the year. This makes padel especially practical and you’re not limited to a short “season.”
Resort & Community Lifestyle: Many resorts in Murcia now offer padel courts as part of their amenities, often alongside golf, tennis, swimming and other leisure options. Both La Torre Golf & Mar Menor Golf Resorts have Padel Courts for example, as do La Manga, Roda Golf and Altaona. That means whether you live full-time or part-time, you have easy access to padel without needing to travel.
Social & Accessible Sport: Padel is easy to pick up, social, and often cheaper than many organized sports or gym memberships making it attractive for families, retirees, holiday-home owners, or expats.
Renting a Court: Murcia vs the UK
Court hire in many padel clubs tends to be economical. For example, one source lists a 1.5-hour padel session at around €30, which works out to roughly €7.50 per person if shared between four players.
Because of the high density of courts and clubs, availability tends to be good, even during off-peak hours, and many resorts/clubs cater to holiday-home residents or seasonal visitors.
In the UK (for comparison)
Renting a padel court in the UK generally costs more: standard rates are around £8–£16 per person per hour (outdoor courts), while indoor courts cost about £10–£20 per person per hour.
Some UK clubs charge higher rates, especially during peak times or for covered/indoor courts, making frequent play considerably more expensive than in Spain.
Bottom line: Padel in Murcia is usually significantly cheaper and more accessible than in the UK, which adds to its appeal for regular players, holiday-home owners and expats alike.
What This Means for Resort Owners & Holiday-Home Buyers
Because padel is growing so much, many resorts and residential developments in Murcia now include padel, often in addition to tennis and golf. That means:
- If you buy a property in a resort, you get ready access to padel without needing to find or join a club.
- The sport’s popularity makes it ideal for socialising, a good way to meet neighbours, fellow expats or other holiday-home owners.
- For long-term stays or retirement, padel offers a healthy, year-round physical activity option that’s easy to maintain.
Q&A, Padel in Murcia: Common Questions
Is padel widely available in Murcia, or only in big cities?
Yes, with Spain’s overall expansion of padel courts, many clubs and resorts in Murcia (and along the coast) now offer padel courts. It’s no longer limited to just major cities.
Do I need to be a good player to play padel?
Not at all. Padel is known for being beginner-friendly, social, and suitable for all ages. Many people play casually, making it great for holiday-home residents or families.
Is court rental expensive compared to other sports?
In Murcia, no. Renting a padel court tends to be affordable (especially compared with UK prices), and shared group booking makes it a cost-effective way to stay active.
How does padel compare to golf or tennis for resort living?
While golf and tennis have long been popular in Spanish resorts, padel offers a more casual, social, and accessible alternative, especially for those who don’t want the commitment (or budget) of golf, or the intensity of tennis.
Will padel continue to grow in popularity in Murcia?
All signs point to yes. National data shows steady growth in court numbers and players. As more resorts include padel courts, demand is likely to increase, especially among expats, retirees and holiday-home owners seeking active, social lifestyles.
Final Thoughts
Padel in Murcia is no longer a niche hobby, it’s rapidly becoming one of the region’s most popular sports for locals, expats, and resort-living residents. Thanks to affordable court hire, mild weather, resort-based amenities, and the growing social appeal of padel, the sport offers a flexible, fun and healthy lifestyle choice.
If you’re considering buying a holiday home or long-term property in Murcia, investing in a place with padel (and related leisure facilities) could offer real added value, both for leisure and community.
