From the white sands of the Caribbean to the shores of Cape Cod, we’ve rounded up seven of the best places for tennis aficionados to hone their skills with breathtaking views and even better amenities.
Inspired by the upcoming US Open kicking off on August 24, please find information on these top getaways for tennis lovers below.
Willowbend |Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Just 75 minutes from Boston in the heart of Cape Cod, Willowbend is a premier private club celebrated for its outstanding lifestyle and racquet sports offerings, including Har-Tru clay courts and Cape Cod’s only stadium tennis court – an impressive venue for both competitive play and social matches. The club fosters a vibrant racquet sports culture with clinics, tournaments, and year-round programming for all levels. Complementing its athletic amenities is a 46,000-square-foot Clubhouse with panoramic views, a Junior Olympic-sized pool, wellness facilities, exceptional dining, and a state-of-the-art practice area. For those who play both court and course, Willowbend also features a scenic 27-hole golf course spanning three unique nines: Bay, Bend and Bog.
Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina | Kapolei, Oahu
Set on 642 acres on Oahu’s wild western coast, the luxury beachfront property features three plexi-pave tennis courts, a spa and wellness centre, four pools, eight restaurants and bars and an array of one-of-a-kind experiences. Year round, tennis enthusiasts can opt for private lessons to sharpen their skills or join a live ball cardio tennis group class, as well as tennis clinics designed for beginner or advanced players. For USTA 3.0 and higher rating players, the property is hosting a three-day “Tennis For All Seasons” retreat from Sept. 12-14, led by seasoned professionals with more than 45 years of combined coaching experience. The retreat will feature immersive experiences with tailored coaching, dynamic drills and match play designed to elevate their game.
Royal Lahaina Resort | Lahaina, Maui
Set on 27 acres of sun-drenched oceanfront on iconic Kaanapali Beach, Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows is a laid-back luxury retreat that blends authentic Hawaiian hospitality with modern upgrades. As the USTA’s preferred hotel partner on Maui, the resort has recently unveiled newly resurfaced tennis courts and welcomed RSPA Elite Tennis Professional Cathleen E. Nicoloff as its head teaching pro, offering guests an elevated racquet sports experience that combines expert instruction with breathtaking tropical surroundings. After an active day on the courts, guests can unwind at the resort’s brand new spa with targeted recovery treatments, like the Mana Deep Tissue Revival, designed to ease muscle fatigue and restore flexibility.
‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach | Honolulu, Hawaii
Located in the heart of Waikiki, ‘Alohilani Resort is a sleek, beachfront escape blending modern luxury with island soul, featuring innovative wellness programming at Fit Waikiki, a 280,000-gallon Oceanarium and immersive cultural programs. Two clay rooftop tennis courts (the only rooftop courts in the city) – part of the many state-of-the-art wellness amenities at Fit Waikiki – offer a sweeping city-scape view of downtown Honolulu, sitting nine stories up into the skyline. Weekly tennis lessons with a professional USTA instructor and doubles round robin give guests plenty of opportunity to elevate their game.
Oil Nut Bay | Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
Oil Nut Bay, the ultra-luxury island resort on Virgin Gorda, is known for its exquisite villas, incredible amenities and laid-back boating lifestyle. The resort is home to a lively beach club with three pools and a swim-up bar, wellness center with gym, a recently-debuted overwater spa, two pickleball courts and two tennis courts, all framed by the turquoise Caribbean waters and lush island foliage. The courses are lit for an evening match under the stars, and the Oil Nut Bay concierge team can even arrange private or group lessons with an island pro.
Sand Valley | Rome, Wisconsin
Solidifying its standing as a mecca for racquet sports enthusiasts, Sand Valley, the luxury outdoor paradise in Central Wisconsin, recently opened a new 13,000-square-foot tennis center overlooking 16 grass tennis courts and featuring a pro shop with select merchandise and re-stringing services, a rare Court Tennis venue and The Gallery Italian restaurant. Court Tennis, a game played on a unique indoor court, harkens back to the royal tennis played in 16th century England. Sand Valley’s court represents just the 12th court in the U.S. and only one in the country located at a public resort. It is available for all resort guests to use, and lessons are also available.
Te Arai Links | Te Arai, New Zealand
Te Arai Links, a new luxury resort along the pristine Te Arai coastline of New Zealand, immerses racquet aficionados in another world – surrounded by trees, sand dunes and coastal views over one of the country’s most beautiful, white-sand beaches. Guests can play pickleball and tennis on dedicated courts nestled into the stunning landscape with individual and group coaching available (from $108 USD per hour for up to four players). Located just a scenic 75-minute drive from Auckland or 25 minutes by helicopter, the resort includes an array of luxury accommodations and elevated restaurants with interiors by beloved LA-based fashion/lifestyle designer Jenni Kayne. Additional activities include world-class golf, basketball, walking trails, horseback riding, water sports, helicopter tours, local excursions, in-room spa treatments and a 2-acre putting green called the Playground (the world’s largest!). A new gym and spa are also coming to the property in late 2025.
