Find where to play padel in Dublin, with indoor, dome and outdoor courts across the city, court counts, booking apps and published prices.
Short answer: Dublin has 23 padel venues listed by the Padel Federation of Ireland, with 24 indoor, 3 covered and 45 outdoor courts. For year-round indoor play, try West Wood Leopardstown, Padel Dome in Santry, House of Padel in Dublin 24, OB Padel in Ballsbridge or Druid Padel Kimmage.
- Indoor is in demand About a third of Dublin’s courts are indoor or covered. Book evening slots a few days ahead.
- Most venues use apps Many Dublin clubs take bookings through Playtomic or their own booking system.
- Some clubs are members-only A few private clubs only let members book. Pay-and-play venues are listed below.
- Expect €30 to €40 per court Where prices are published, an hour of doubles costs about €30 to €40, split four ways.
How do you book a padel court in Dublin?
Most Dublin venues take bookings online. Many use the Playtomic app, where you pick a club, a time and a court, then pay up front or split the cost with your group. Others use their own website or a club booking system.
A standard booking is 60 or 90 minutes for a doubles court. Prices are usually per court, not per person, so the cost drops quickly when four of you share it.
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Kit for your first Dublin session
New to padel? Bring court shoes rather than runners, and borrow or hire a racket for your first session. Our padel starter kit covers the basics.
Indoor, dome or outdoor: which should you choose?
Indoor and dome courts let you play all year, whatever the weather. They are the most popular slots in the city, so they fill fastest on weekday evenings.
Outdoor courts are often cheaper and easier to get on, especially at weekends and in daytime. Many are at tennis clubs, hotels and leisure centres, and some are floodlit for evening play.
Covered courts sit in between: a roof keeps the rain off, but the sides are open.
Where can you play padel indoors in Dublin?
These are the main indoor and covered venues in Dublin. Court counts come from the Padel Federation of Ireland's Dublin listing unless the venue's own site says otherwise, and prices are shown only where the venue publishes them.
West Wood Club Leopardstown
| Area | Leopardstown, Dublin 18 |
| Courts | 8 indoor, under a dome |
| Booking | Members only, via the club's online booking |
| Price per hour | Not published; membership required |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Padel Dome, Dublin Sports Dome
| Area | Santry, Dublin 9, near the airport |
| Courts | 3 indoor panoramic courts (venue site) |
| Booking | Online, or phone 01 842 4244 |
| Price per hour | €30 weekdays 10am to 4pm, €40 at other times; racket hire €5 |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
House of Padel
| Area | Old Belgard Road, Dublin 24 |
| Courts | 4 indoor |
| Booking | Playtomic app |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
OB Padel
| Area | Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 |
| Courts | 3 indoor |
| Booking | Playtomic app |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Druid Padel Kimmage
| Area | Kimmage, Dublin 12 |
| Courts | 3 covered courts in an indoor setting |
| Booking | Playtomic app |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Star Padel
| Area | Templeogue, Dublin 6W |
| Courts | 3 covered |
| Booking | Playtomic app |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
What should you bring to your first session?
Many venues hire rackets, but shoes are on you. Running shoes slide on sandy turf, so wear clay or padel shoes if you have them. If you plan to play more than a couple of times, owning your own racket is cheaper than hiring every week. These are the two items we would buy first.
Round, soft and easy to control
If you are heading to your first session, the Optix V1 is the racket we would start with. The round head and low balance make it easy to control, and the soft foam core is kind on the arm.
| Shape | Round |
| Weight | About 360 g |
| Balance | Low (265 mm) |
| Core | Low-density foam |
| Face | Fibreglass |
| Suits | Complete beginners |
- Very forgiving
- Soft, comfortable feel
- Limited power on smashes
- Basic for improving players
Proper padel grip at an entry price
Sandy turf courts need a padel or clay sole. The Courtquick’s Adiwear tread is made for padel, and the Bounce midsole is comfortable from the first wear.
| Outsole | Adiwear rubber, multi-directional |
| Cushioning | Bounce midsole, Cloudfoam |
| Weight | About 363 g (men's US 10.5) |
| Suits | Beginners and social players |
- Real padel grip for less
- Comfortable straight away
- Less cushioning for long sessions
- Sole wears faster with heavy use
Where can you play padel outdoors in Dublin?
Outdoor courts are spread right across the county, from the city centre to the coast. These are good options that take bookings from non-members.
Bushy Park Tennis and Padel Club
| Area | Terenure, Dublin 6 |
| Courts | 4 outdoor |
| Booking | Club website; no membership needed |
| Price per hour | €6 per person, plus €3 for lights |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Padel at dlr Leisure Meadowbrook
| Area | Dundrum, Dublin 16 |
| Courts | 2 |
| Booking | Through Meadowbrook Leisure Centre |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Leopardstown Golf Padel Range
| Area | Leopardstown, Dublin 18 |
| Courts | 4 outdoor |
| Booking | Playtomic app |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Portmarnock Padel
| Area | Portmarnock, north Dublin |
| Courts | 5 outdoor |
| Booking | Contact the club |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Druid Padel Coolmine and SportsCo
| Area | Ashtown, Dublin 15 and Ringsend, Dublin 4 |
| Courts | 3 outdoor at Coolmine, 2 at SportsCo |
| Booking | Playtomic app |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Halpenny Padel
| Area | Dublin |
| Courts | 4 outdoor |
| Booking | Playtomic app |
| Price per hour | Not published online |
| Checked | 21 October 2026 |
Is there indoor padel near Dublin?
Yes. Shoreline Sportspark in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, has two indoor dome courts, south of the city along the coast. It publishes prices of €36 off-peak and €52 peak per court hour, plus €5 social padel mornings on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
For the rest of the country, see our guide to where to play padel in Ireland, or our Cork padel courts guide.
Ready to buy your own kit?
Once you are hooked, owning your own racket makes every session feel the same. Start with our best padel rackets for beginners, then check out our best padel shoes.
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Padel in Dublin: common questions
How many padel courts are there in Dublin?
The Padel Federation of Ireland lists 23 Dublin venues with 72 courts: 24 indoor, 3 covered and 45 outdoor, as of 21 October 2026.
Where is the biggest indoor padel venue in Dublin?
West Wood Club Leopardstown has eight indoor courts under one dome, but it is members only. Padel Dome in Santry and House of Padel in Dublin 24 are pay-and-play indoor options.
How much does it cost to play padel in Dublin?
Where prices are published, a court costs about €30 to €40 an hour, or roughly €8 to €10 each for four players. Some outdoor clubs charge per person instead.
Do I need to be a member to play padel in Dublin?
Not usually. Most venues are pay-and-play through an app. A few private clubs, such as West Wood, only let members book.
Can I hire a racket?
Many venues hire rackets, often for about €5. Check with the venue before you go.