Tennis Holidays in Greece & Turkey

There’s a crisp ping of a racket meeting a ball that cuts through the Ionian air at Paleros Beach Resort. It’s early morning, and the courts are already alive with the low thrum of friendly volleys and focused drills. You might be forgiven for thinking you’ve stumbled into a Mediterranean Wimbledon. But this isn’t a tournament—it’s a holiday. A Mark Warner tennis holiday, to be precise, where sun, sea, and serve combine to deliver an ace escape.

Mark Warner, long celebrated for its high-energy, sun-soaked resort offerings, has quietly created a tennis mecca stretching across the sun-baked shores of Greece and Turkey. Each property is equipped with high-quality, all-weather or floodlit tennis courts, a team of friendly expert coaches, and a laid-back atmosphere that invites both seasoned players and complete novices to pick up a racket.

Paleros & Kamari: For the Dedicated Tennis Devotee

Take Paleros Beach Resort—nestled in a quiet bay on Greece’s western coast. Here, intensive tennis weeks turn holidaymakers into heavy hitters. Led by tennis pro Andrew Parsons, these £360-per-person weeks are not your average hit-around. With 20 hours of instruction, clinics on every aspect from net play to match tactics, private coaching, and an end-of-week exhibition match, it’s tennis bootcamp with a side of Ionian sea breeze. Dates for 2025 include 28th September and 12th October, and the charming Kamari Beach Resort on Rhodes hosts its own week starting 6th September.

Kamari’s postcard-perfect setting—white-washed buildings, gardens and sun-drenched courts—makes it a delight even when you’re chasing a backhand across the baseline. Both resorts now offer not just tennis, but padel and pickleball too, marking a new chapter for those looking to diversify their racquet repertoire.

Lemnos: A Family Affair with a Racquet

Further north, on the island of Lemnos, Mark Warner’s longest-standing property continues to serve up family-friendly fun with its trio of tennis courts. Lemnos Beach Resort has evolved into a tennis hub that balances fun with fundamentals. There’s “Tipsy Tennis” for giggles, while the Tennis Express and Classic courses sharpen skills at every level. Kids from age three can start with mini tennis lessons, building their confidence one playful swing at a time.

With a village-like charm and a bay all to itself, Lemnos offers more than just the game—it’s a full island experience where you can enjoy competitive rallies by day and ouzo-fuelled tales by night.

Lesvos & The Padel Phenomenon

If you’re more intrigued by padel—arguably the sport of the moment—head to the Aeolian Village Beach Resort on Lesvos. Tucked into the untouched sands of Eressos, it’s a tranquil haven with Astro courts and instructors who make mastering this stylish spin on tennis both accessible and fun. After a few rounds, unwind with a cocktail under blooming bougainvillaea, surrounded by mountain vistas.

Turkey’s Pickleball Playground

And across the sea in Turkey, Phokaia Beach Resort adds yet another dimension with three pristine Pickleball courts. Close to the beautiful town of Foça, the resort’s got a serious tennis pedigree—floodlit courts, high-energy tournaments, and coaching galore—but it’s also where you can embrace the pickleball wave, a sport so trendy even Judy Murray’s been seen giving it a go.

When you’re not on the court, dive into watersports, cruise the coastline on a bike, or sink into a sun lounger with the call of cicadas as your soundtrack. Whichever racquet you wield, Phokaia has you covered.

The Bottom Line

Mark Warner’s tennis holidays aren’t just for elite players or casual dabblers—they’re for anyone who loves an active escape in an extraordinary setting. With prices starting from £799pp (Aeolian Village) to £1,339pp (Paleros with the intensive week), they include flights, transfers, accommodation, coaching, and a slew of sports activities.

Just bring your trainers—and your best game face.

www.markwarner.co.uk | 0845 322 5037

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