Where to Play Padel in Waterford

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Where to Play Padel in Waterford

Waterford is on the cusp of something exciting when it comes to padel. The Deise county currently has one open venue — the excellent Woodlands Hotel — but with five new facilities in the pipeline, it's shaping up to become one of the strongest padel counties in the southeast. If you've been waiting for padel to arrive on your doorstep, the wait is nearly over.

The Woodlands Hotel in Dunmore Road already offers four outdoor courts, giving players in and around Waterford city a proper place to play. It's a lovely setting with good facilities, and the hotel's leisure centre means you can make a full day of it. But the real excitement lies in what's coming — Padel 100 is rolling out courts at multiple locations including Bohemians FC, the Gold Coast Hotel in Dungarvan, and Mount Congreve Gardens, while Dunmore East is also getting its own courts.

For now, Woodlands is your best bet, and it's well worth the trip. Once the new venues open, Waterford will have padel coverage from the city out to the coast and into West Waterford. Keep an eye on the coming soon listings below and be among the first to try them out.

Open Padel Courts in Waterford

Woodlands Hotel & Leisure Centre

Outdoor · 4 Courts

The Woodlands Hotel on Dunmore Road is currently Waterford's only padel venue, but it's a good one. Four outdoor courts in excellent condition, backed by the hotel's full leisure facilities. Whether you're a local looking for a regular game or visiting the area, Woodlands offers a welcoming and well-run padel experience.

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Coming Soon in Waterford

Padel 100 Bohemians FC

3 Courts · Coming Soon

Padel 100 is bringing three courts to Bohemians FC in Waterford, adding to the growing list of GAA and soccer clubs embracing the sport. A fantastic community-focused location that should be buzzing once the courts are ready.

Padel 100 Gold Coast Hotel Dungarvan

2 Courts · Coming Soon

The Gold Coast Hotel in Dungarvan will soon have two padel courts as part of its leisure offering. With the stunning Dungarvan Bay on your doorstep, this is set to be one of the most scenic padel venues in the country.

Dunmore East Padel Courts

2 Courts · Coming Soon

The popular seaside village of Dunmore East is getting two padel courts. A brilliant addition for locals and the many visitors who flock to the area during the summer months.

Padel 100 Mount Congreve Gardens

2 Courts · Coming Soon

Mount Congreve Gardens, already one of Waterford's top attractions, will soon add padel to its offerings. Two courts in one of the most beautiful garden settings in Ireland — a unique combination of sport and scenery.

Padel 100 West Waterford Golf Club

2 Courts · Coming Soon

West Waterford Golf Club is diversifying with two padel courts on the way. Golf and padel make natural companions, and this venue will give members and visitors another reason to make the trip.

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