Best Locations for a Padel Club in Bangkok

We ranked 4 neighborhoods in Bangkok for padel club potential. Ekkamai / Thonglor leads with a score of 9/10. Outdoor and covered courts are viable year-round.

Ekkamai / Thonglor

Top Location

9/10

Top Score

4

Areas Ranked

฿500-1,500/sqm

Avg Rent/sqm

Neighborhood Rankings

Scored on foot traffic, demographics, competition density, commercial rent levels, and accessibility. Higher is better.

Ekkamai / Thonglor
9/10

Expat hub, nightlife area, high foot traffic

Asoke / Sukhumvit
9/10

Central business district, BTS access, dense

Ratchada
8/10

Growing area, affordable rent, Thai middle class

On Nut
7/10

Expanding residential, affordable, BTS connected

What Makes a Great Padel Club Location

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Ceiling Height

8m+ for indoor courts

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Floor Area

200 sqm per court + facilities

Parking

Min. 2 spaces per court

Public Transport

Within 500m of station/stop

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Noise Buffer

50m+ from residential

Visibility

Street-facing preferred

Bangkok Market Context

Bangkok's expat community drives padel adoption. Kross Padel operates 3 venues across the city. Covered outdoor courts are the sweet spot Thailand has 80+ courts nationwide, growing at 40% YoY year-over-year.

Existing Clubs

15+

Price Per Hour

฿600-1500

Demand Level

High

Climate

Tropical — covered courts essential (rain + heat)

Permit Timeline

4-8 weeks

Market Status

Growing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best location for a padel club in Bangkok?
Based on our analysis, Ekkamai / Thonglor scores highest (9/10) in Bangkok. Expat hub, nightlife area, high foot traffic Other strong options include Asoke / Sukhumvit (9/10) and Ratchada (8/10).
How much is commercial rent for a padel club in Bangkok?
Average commercial rent in Bangkok is ฿500-1,500/sqm per sqm. Padel clubs typically need 1,200-2,400 sqm depending on court count (4-8 courts). Look for warehouse or industrial spaces with minimum 8m ceiling height for indoor courts.
What should I look for in a padel club location?
Key factors: (1) High visibility and foot traffic, (2) Proximity to residential areas with strong spending power, (3) Minimum 2 parking spaces per court, (4) 8m+ ceiling height for indoor courts, (5) Low competition density within 5km, (6) Noise regulation compliance — padel courts generate significant sound.
How many padel clubs are already in Bangkok?
Bangkok has 15+ padel clubs. The market is classified as "growing" with "high" demand. There is significant room for new clubs, especially in underserved neighborhoods.
Do I need indoor or outdoor courts in Bangkok?
Outdoor or covered courts work well in Bangkok's Tropical — covered courts essential (rain + heat) climate. This opens up more location options including open lots and lower-ceiling warehouse conversions.

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