The Best Sandals Resorts with Pickleball Courts

Last Updated on March 15, 2026

Want to combine your love of pickleball with a stay at a luxury all-inclusive resort? Find out which Sandals Resorts have pickleball as part of their included amenities!

Pickleball has surged in popularity over recent years, drawing enthusiasts with its blend of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. The easy learning curve and fast-paced gameplay have made it a draw for everyone from kids to retirees. 

With the popularity of the pickleball, it’s no surprise it’s become a popular vacation activity as well!  Sandals and Beaches Resorts have recognized this trend, offering pickleball courts as included amenities at many of their luxury resorts.

If you’re not familiar with this brand, the Sandals Resorts are all-inclusive, adults-only luxury resorts for couples; while Beaches are family-friendly all-inclusives for all ages.

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What’s Included with Pickleball at Sandals Resorts

At Sandals’ pickleball resorts, court time is treated like any other core amenity as part of the all-inclusive package. Guests get daily pickleball play with no court or equipment rental fees, plus USA Pickleball–approved paddles and balls available on-site.

There’s daily open “pick-up and play” (day and night on lighted courts), a complimentary weekly “Introduction to Pickleball” group session for beginners or rusty players, and a solo-player match-up program that pairs you with other guests at a similar level.

Resorts also host a weekly fun tournament run through Red Lane Spa, and for an extra cost you can book private, couples, or group lessons with USA Pickleball–approved coaches at select properties.

Read more about pickleball vacations at Sandals Resorts.

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The Best Sandals Resorts with Pickleball Courts

1. Sandals South Coast: Whitehouse, Jamaica

Number of Courts: 12 dedicated courts

Best Features: Sandals South Coast has the largest complex in the Sandals portfolio with 12 dedicated courts and is regularly highlighted by Sandals as their flagship pickleball destination. It hosts multiple organized group trips and camps like Pickleball in Paradise, PA Picklers, etc. The resort itself has the longest river pool in the Caribbean, luxury overwater bungalows, and nine dining options, making it ideal for luxury seekers looking for a quiet paradise with serious pickleball time.

What Makes It Stand Out: Set within a 500-acre nature reserve, Sandals South Coast combines pristine beaches with lush landscapes and a robust pickleball offering for the perfect getaway.

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2. Sandals Regency La Toc: Castries, St. Lucia

Number of Courts: 10 dedicated courts

Best Features: Built into a dramatic hillside overlooking Castries, Sandals Regency La Toc pairs a crescent-shaped beach, three pools (plus whirlpools), golf with complimentary green fees, and 10 new pickleball courts, making it a strong pick for couples who want both active days and classic Saint Lucia scenery. The resort hosts multiple pickleball camps and retreats with structured clinics, open play, and tournaments baked in. If you’re a pickleball lover who wants to vacation in St. Lucia, La Toc is your best bet.

What Makes It Stand Out: As part of the three-resort Sandals exchange in Saint Lucia, La Toc gives pickleball players a full dedicated complex on property plus easy shuttle access to the restaurants, pools, and beaches at Sandals Halcyon Beach and Sandals Grande St. Lucian for a varied, play-all-day stay.

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3. Sandals Royal Curacao: Santa Barbara, Curacao

Number of Courts: 8 dedicated courts

Best Features: Home to the striking Dos Awa two-level infinity pool, seaside butler bungalows with private pools, and a strong food scene with eight restaurants and three food trucks, this resort in Santa Barbara, Curacao is ideal for couples who want modern luxury with plenty of time by the pool, on the beach, and out exploring. It’s also a frequent host for pickleball group trips, which is a strong signal that the setup works well for serious and social players alike.

What Makes It Stand Out: Set on 44 acres within the 3,000-acre Santa Barbara estate, Sandals Royal Curaçao combines sunset-facing beaches, desert-meets-sea landscapes, and perks like Dutch bikes and Mini Coopers for select suites, making it a top pick for pickleball players who also want to see more of the island.

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4. Sandals Saint Vincent: Buccament Bay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Number of Courts: 4 dedicated courts

Best Features: With four dedicated pickleball courts, four pools, two whirlpools, a scuba pool, and full PADI-certified diving, this new resort in Buccament Bay, Saint Vincent is ideal for couples who want to mix court time with beach days, pool-hopping, and easy access to excellent snorkeling and scuba. Sandals’ own blog features a high-profile mini-moon from pro player Tara Bernstein and Hunter Fieri showcasing the courts.

What Makes It Stand Out: Tucked between mountains and sea on a scenic cove, Sandals Saint Vincent offers a quieter, more modern setting where players can move from pickleball to the beach in minutes, with those four dedicated courts framed by lush hillsides and Caribbean water for an especially scenic “dink in paradise” experience.

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5. Sandals Royal Bahamian: Nassau, Bahamas

Number of Courts: 4 dedicated courts

Best Features: Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau, Bahamas is one of the most convenient Sandals to reach, with direct flights from nearly 20 cities in the US and Canada.  Highlights include a private offshore island, two sky-sized pools, and ten restaurants with global cuisines. It’s also one of the Sandals resorts ranked highest for destination weddings since ceremonies can be held on its private island beach. The big advantage here is accessibility (quick flights to NAS) and the private-island factor, which make it the best choice for short pickleball getaways and long weekends.

What Makes It Stand Out: The private island, with its own beach club, pool, and restaurant, is a secluded tropical escape just minutes from the main resort.

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6. Sandals Ochi: Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Number of Courts: 4 dedicated courts

Best Features: With 16 restaurants, 11 bars, and an exclusive all-butler village, Sandals Ochi in Ocho Rios offers the most variety of dining options at all of the resorts.  Did I mention the 105 pools? Because it’s one of the largest, most social Sandals resorts, it likely has a larger pool of potential playing partners and more energy around the courts.

What Makes It Stand Out: The lively atmosphere, including a speakeasy bar and evening entertainment, makes it perfect for travelers in search of socializing, pickleball, and nightlife.

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7. Sandals Montego Bay: Montego Bay, Jamaica

Number of Courts: 4 dedicated courts

Best Features: Just minutes from the airport, Sandals Montego Bay sits on Jamaica’s largest private white-sand beach with seven pools, 12 restaurants, lively swim-up bars, and full exchange privileges at nearby Sandals Royal Caribbean. This gives pickleball players plenty of ways to cool off, refuel, and mix up their days between beach, courts, and pools. The resort’s 4 brand-new courts include shade structures. But its biggest strength is convenience (short transfer from the airport plus shuttle/exchange to Royal Caribbean) which makes it ideal for players who don’t want long travel days.

What Makes It Stand Out: As the original Sandals resort, Montego Bay combines four brand-new dedicated pickleball courts with a long, easy-to-enjoy beachfront and fast airport transfer, making it a top choice for players who want to maximize playtime and still have that classic “two resorts in one” experience with shuttle access to Sandals Royal Caribbean and its private island.

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8. Sandals Dunn’s River: Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Number of Courts: 2 dedicated courts

Best Features: Sandals Dunn’s River pairs two dedicated pickleball courts with five pools, two river pools, and 12 specialty restaurants plus nine bars, making this Ocho Rios resort a strong pick for players who want to mix court time with a modern, food-forward, all-inclusive stay.

What Makes It Stand Out: Completely reimagined and reopened in 2023, Sandals Dunn’s River blends sleek new-suite options (including skypool and rondoval-style villas), a pretty white-sand beach, and included pickleball and land sports. Pickleball lovers here can spend mornings on the courts, afternoons in the river pools, and evenings working through its restaurant lineup.

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9. Sandals Grande Antigua: St. Johns, Antigua

Number of Courts: 2 dedicated courts

Best Features: Set on Dickenson Bay, Sandals Grande Antigua pairs two dedicated pickleball courts with a long, soft-sand beach, a huge Mediterranean-style main pool, and 11 restaurants, so you can play in the morning and spend the rest of the day drifting between the pool, bars, and waterfront. Sandals Antigua is perfect for beach lovers who only need a court or two to round out their vacation experience.

What Makes It Stand Out: With its split layout between the livelier Mediterranean Village and the quieter, garden-style Caribbean Grove, Grande Antigua is a good pick for couples who want solid pickleball facilities plus the flexibility to choose between social pool time or low-key beach and garden corners after a match.

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Additional Sandals & Beaches Resorts for Pickleball Lovers to Consider

• Beaches Turks & Caicos: 8 dedicated courts (Grace Bay, Turks & Caicos). Beaches Turks & Caicos has eight dedicated pickleball courts plus a huge lineup of family amenities all set on Grace Bay, one of the Caribbean’s most celebrated beaches. With 21 restaurants, a 45,000-square-foot waterpark, and an impressive array of accommodations, this resort has everything for a perfect family vacation. 

• Sandals Halcyon Beach: 2 hybrid courts (Castries, Saint Lucia). Halcyon has 2 hybrid courts and a much quieter, garden-style vibe than La Toc or (eventually) Grande St. Lucian. The big selling point here is the “Stay at 1, Play at 3” St. Lucia exchange: honeymooners or couples who want peace can stay at Halcyon and shuttle to La Toc (10 dedicated courts) when they want a more serious pickleball block.

• Sandals Negril: 2 hybrid courts (Negril, Jamaica). Negril has 2 hybrid courts and is consistently praised as one of the best beach resorts in the portfolio, sitting right on Seven Mile Beach. It’s a nice match for couples who want long walks and sunsets first, and pickleball as a fun extra rather than the main event.

• Sandals Royal Plantation: 2 hybrid courts (Ocho Rios, Jamaica). Royal Plantation has 2 hybrid courts and a more boutique, all–butler feel. The quiet atmosphere plus shuttle access to Ochi means you can hit low-key games “at home” and then head over to the 4 dedicated courts at Ochi when you want more action or clinics.

• Sandals Grenada: 1 hybrid court (St. George’s, Grenada). Grenada has only 1 hybrid court, but I am including it because the overall resort is a such a fan favorite (quick transfer, strong diving, dramatic pools). For heavy players it’s too limited, but for couples who only plan to play occasionally, it’s a solid “play a few times, then dive/snorkel the rest of the week” option.

• Sandals Grande St. Lucian: “Coming Soon” (Gros Islet, Saint Lucia). The official Sandals pickleball page lists Grande St. Lucian as “Coming Soon” for pickleball, with insiders highlighting multiple courts planned. Check directly with Sandals for current status or focus your Saint Lucia pickleball dreams on La Toc for now.

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All-Inclusive Luxury at Sandals Resorts: What Exactly Does That Mean?

All-Inclusive Amenities Overview

At Sandals, the all-inclusive experience is redefined to take care of every detail. Your stay includes gourmet dining, unlimited premium drinks, a range of water sports, and live entertainment. Tips, airport transfers, and even taxes are all included in one price, meaning you can enjoy your vacation without reaching for your wallet.

The only exceptions to the tip rule are butlers and spa technicians on resort, and shuttle drivers who get you to and from the airport. 

Gourmet Dining

Foodies rejoice! Sandals offers up to 16 restaurants per resort, featuring 5-star gourmet dining that spans the globe. The resort ensures that all meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and anytime snacks, are included.

Unlimited Premium Drinks

Your favorite drinks, whether it’s a morning mimosa or a midnight martini, are all part of the Sandals luxury experience. Each resort boasts up to 11 bars, offering a wide range of alcoholic and soft drinks, all included in your stay.

Water Sports

Plunge into a world of water-based adventures! Sandals provide unrestricted access to some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches and a plethora of water sports. From PADI-certified scuba diving and snorkeling to sailing and water skiing, all equipment and professional instruction are included. For something unique, consider boat explorations or kayaking.

Entertainment

Day or night, the entertainment at Sandals keeps the fun going. Live bands, cultural shows, and beach parties ensure there’s always something happening. For those seeking a quieter evening, enjoy a private, candlelit dinner on the beach or a cozy movie night.

Land Sports

The excitement isn’t limited to the water. Sandals resorts offer a variety of land sports, including golf and pickleball at select resorts, beach volleyball, basketball, tennis and of course pickleball!

Want to learn more about all the amenities of Sandals Resorts, and find out how they stack up? Get my guide to all 17 Sandals rated and ranked.

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