Best Pickleball Resorts in Florida: Courts, Amenities, and What to Expect

A pickleball resort in Florida is simply a hotel or beach property with on-site courts, plus the gear and coaching to use them. The state’s mild winters mean you can plan a court session in January without packing a jacket.

Why Florida is such a strong pickleball destination

Florida combines two things pickleball players want: warm weather most of the year and a large supply of courts. Nationally, pickleball participation reached 24.3 million players in 2025, up from 4.2 million in 2020, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Florida is one of the states driving that growth, with public parks, private clubs, and resorts all adding courts.

If you want to find courts beyond your hotel, Pickleheads, USA Pickleball’s official court finder, lists more than 25,000 places to play nationwide, and a large share sit in Florida. That makes it easier to fill in extra games on days when resort courts are full or closed for maintenance.

The Florida resorts with the best pickleball

Two Florida properties document their pickleball setup directly on their own websites.

The Boca Raton (Boca Raton). The Racquet Club at this resort has 12 hard surface pickleball courts, according to the property’s website. Instruction is available from a WTA professional and certified pickleball instructor. As of September 2026, adult court time is $45 per person, children under 10 pay $20, and paddle rental is $15. The Racquet Club operates Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

TradeWinds Island Resorts (St. Pete Beach). Two connected beachfront properties share pickleball courts located at the Island Grand building, per the resort’s website. Paddles and balls are provided for hotel guests, and play is included in the resort amenity fee rather than billed separately.

Beyond these two, Florida has resort chains and all-inclusive properties that list pickleball among their amenities, plus dedicated clinic-style resorts built around instruction rather than a beach vacation. Compare more options in the guides to best all-inclusive resorts with pickleball courts and resorts that offer pickleball instruction and clinics, or check whether a specific chain fits your trip in the guide to whether Margaritaville resorts have pickleball.

What to expect at a Florida pickleball resort

Resort courts in Florida are almost always outdoors and hard surfaced, similar to the setups at The Boca Raton and TradeWinds. Loaner paddles are common, and lesson pricing generally runs $20 to $50 per person for a group clinic and $50 to $100 or more per hour for private coaching. Municipal courts near your hotel, if you want a lower-cost option, typically charge $2 to $6 for drop-in play.

A few things to plan around before you book:

• Season and heat. Winter is peak season for both crowds and pricing. Summer brings more court availability but more heat and humidity, so plan on early morning or evening sessions.
• Hurricane season. Florida’s hurricane season runs June through November, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and storms can disrupt outdoor courts and travel plans on either coast.
• Court access and reservations. Ask whether pickleball is included in your room rate or resort fee, whether courts are guests-only or open to the public, and whether you need to reserve a time slot, especially in winter.
• Membership for local play. If your trip includes an open play session or club event outside the resort, USA Pickleball membership runs from a free Casual tier to a $12 Challenger tier to a $60 Champion tier, depending on what the local club or event requires.

Check Pickleheads for public courts near your resort before you travel, so you have a backup plan if resort courts are booked.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Boca Raton have pickleball courts? Yes. The Racquet Club at The Boca Raton has 12 hard surface pickleball courts, according to the resort’s website. Adult court time costs $45 per person, and instruction is available from a certified pickleball professional.

Is pickleball free at TradeWinds Island Resorts? Court access is included in the resort amenity fee for hotel guests, per the TradeWinds website, and paddles and balls are provided at no separate charge. Confirm current fee details directly with the resort before your stay.

What time of year has the mildest weather for pickleball in Florida? Late fall through early spring brings cooler, drier weather, though it is also peak season for crowds and resort rates. Summer is less busy but hot and humid, so plan on morning or evening sessions.

Do Florida resorts charge extra for pickleball? It varies by property. The Boca Raton charges a per-person court fee on top of the room rate, while TradeWinds includes court access in its resort amenity fee. Always confirm directly with the property before booking.

Should you bring your own paddle to a Florida pickleball resort? It depends on the property. TradeWinds includes paddles and balls in its resort amenity fee, while The Boca Raton charges a separate $15 paddle rental fee. Bringing your own paddle avoids either cost.

Can you find a vacation rental with a private pickleball court in Florida? Yes. Florida is a popular state for private-court vacation rentals, particularly in the Panhandle. See how to search for one in the guide to vacation rentals with pickleball courts on Airbnb and VRBO.

What does USA Pickleball membership cost for a local tournament during your trip? USA Pickleball offers a free Casual tier, a $12 Challenger tier, and a $60 Champion tier. Check the specific tier a local tournament or club requires before you travel.

How do you plan a full Florida pickleball trip? Pair a resort stay with a look at best pickleball vacation packages for bundled options, or compare properties nationwide in the guide to the best pickleball resorts in the US.

Ready to find a place to play once you land? Browse clubs near your destination in the Pickler Junction directory and confirm court details directly with any resort before you book.

Written by the Pickler Junction Team.