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Premier Pickleball Destinations
By Laura Gainor
La Quinta Resort & Club
When it comes to the multitude of premiere pickleball destinations dotting the United States , the West Coast is a prime spot for the sport . Known for beautiful beaches and tourist attractions , pickleball is making a name for itself as one of the top activities for travelers to this area .
At the forefront of the West Coast ’ s pickleball popularity wave is La Quinta Resort & Club , a Curio Collection by Hilton , sporting gracious accommodations for guests , 41 climate-controlled pools , 21 tennis courts , eight pickleball courts and a spa . Just 30 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park , La Quinta Resort & Club is quickly becoming one of California ’ s most popular destinations for active and outdoorsy travelers .
The resort is well-known for its elevated accommodations , equipped with everything guests need after a rigorous day on the pickleball courts . From Spanish-style casitas to spacious villas and poolside suites , guests have a wide variety of accommodation options . Many of the rooms and suites are equipped with a fireplace and separate living space , and all guests enjoy free Wi-Fi , a TV , a coffee maker , and complimentary toiletries .
Although La Quinta Resort & Club ’ s accommodations are some of the best on the West Coast , the top-notch amenities continue outdoors with world-class tennis and pickleball courts , golf courses , poolside relaxation and premium spa treatments . Voted one of the top tennis
resorts in the world , La Quinta employs an expert team of USPTA-certified and IPTPA-certified instructors for tennis and pickleball players . There are eight pickleball courts available on-site and although reservations are required to utilize the courts , lessons , clinics and open play time are available for $ 25 per court per hour . There ’ s a reason La Quinta Resort & Club is one of the top pickleball destinations in the country !
After a hot day on the courts , the resort offers guests ample opportunity to relax and cool off in more than 40 on-site pools , from private pools just steps from the villas to the main pool overlooking the Santa Rosa Mountains . There are also casita pools offering pool-side beverages and ice cream , and lap pools with direct access to the resort ’ s spa villas . Speaking of spas , an abundance of services are available , from body treatments to skin care , salon services and more .
Finally , La Quinta Resort & Club is known for some of the finest dining situated under the Santa Rosa Mountains . From classic American cuisine and expertly made cocktails to hand-selected Wagyu beef , the resort ’ s five restaurants bring a variety of dining options . Accompanied by occasional live music and surrounded by unbeatable views , there is surely something for everyone to try .
Bookings for La Quinta Resort & Club fill up quickly , so don ’ t miss out on the trip of a lifetime to the sunny West Coast ! Visit
pickleballinthesun . com to learn more about the resort . •