Is Panglao Worth Building a Padel Center In?

As of November 2026, Padelnomics counts one padel club in Panglao, Philippines (the), or 43.8 padel courts per 100,000 residents, in a city of about 7,000 residents. Its Padelnomics Score, our rating of the opportunity for a new club, is 26 out of 100. Source: Padelnomics, from booking platforms, public map data and official population statistics.

Padel Venues
1
padelnomics Score
26.0/100
Courts/100K
43.8
Population
7K
Key takeaway: Panglao's padel market is well-supplied — a profitable new venue here needs a clear edge in location, facility quality, or ancillary services.

It depends on your concept — Panglao scores padelnomics Score 26.0/100. The market is comparatively well-served, but differentiation through location and quality can pay off. This page breaks down what a padel investment in Panglao costs, what it returns, and how the local market compares — with a financial model you can adjust to your scenario.

The question that matters: given current pricing, occupancy, and build costs, what does a padel investment in Panglao actually return? The financial model below uses the national court prices and occupancy for Philippines (the) and the country's build costs; the figures measured in Panglao itself are in Research.

What Does a Padel Investment Cost in Panglao?

On national figures for Philippines (the), here is what a padel center investment in Panglao looks like:

Panglao, PH Investment Breakdown
Item Amount Detail
Padel Courts PHP 4,800,000 3×dbl + 0×sgl
Shipping PHP 390,000
Floor Preparation PHP 800,000
HVAC Upgrade PHP 1,300,000
Lighting Upgrade PHP 650,000
Fit-Out & Reception PHP 2,600,000
Permits & Compliance PHP 800,000
Equipment PHP 188,500
Working Capital PHP 950,000
Miscellaneous PHP 390,000
Contingency (10%) PHP 1,286,850
Total CAPEX PHP 14,155,350
Per Court PHP 4,718,450
Per m² PHP 14,015
LTV 0%
Equity PHP 14,155,350
Loan PHP 0
Total PHP 14,155,350

Construction costs vary significantly depending on whether you build an indoor or outdoor facility. Indoor halls in Philippines (the) run considerably higher — structural build, ventilation, and lighting drive the cost. Outdoor courts are cheaper to construct but limit your operating season and revenue potential. The number of courts is the single biggest lever on total investment: each additional court lowers the per-court cost, but increases your total capital at risk.

Revenue Potential in Panglao

Panglao, PH Revenue & Operating Costs

Revenue Model

Weighted Rate PHP 1,740/hr
Utilization Target 35%
Booked Hours/mo 487

Monthly OPEX

Item Monthly Detail
Rent PHP 252,500 1010m² × PHP 250/m²
Insurance PHP 19,000
Electricity PHP 39,000
Heating PHP 26,000
Water PHP 8,000
Maintenance PHP 19,000
Cleaning PHP 19,000
Marketing / Software / Misc PHP 23,000
Staff PHP 195,000 3 × PHP 65000
Total Monthly OPEX PHP 600,500

Monthly Summary

Gross Revenue PHP 1,082,418
Booking Fees −PHP 84,773
Net Revenue PHP 997,645
Operating Costs −PHP 600,500
EBITDA PHP 397,145
Debt Service PHP 0
Net Cash Flow PHP 397,145

Revenue depends on three factors: court rental pricing, occupancy rates, and ancillary income (coaching, retail, food & beverage). Utilisation swings sharply by time of day and season — evenings and weekends tend to run at or near capacity, while weekday mornings and afternoons have idle courts. Per-venue median hourly rates, booked occupancy over time, and the spread across facilities are part of Padelnomics Research — the inputs above are calibrated from that data.

Financial Returns

Panglao, PH Returns & Financing

Return Metrics

IRR (5yr) 37.7%
MOIC 3.70x
Payback 42 months
Cash-on-Cash 35.0%
Yield on Cost 36.4%
EBITDA Margin 40%

Exit Analysis

Exit Value (6.0x EBITDA) PHP 30,951,534
Remaining Loan PHP 0
Net Exit PHP 30,951,534

Financing

Loan Amount PHP 0
Rate / Term 5.0% / 10yr
Monthly Payment PHP 0

The return metrics above show how quickly your investment pays back and what long-term return you can expect. IRR (Internal Rate of Return) is the key metric — it accounts for the time value of money and lets you compare against alternative investments like real estate or equities. A payback period under 5 years is considered solid in the padel industry. These numbers use national figures for Philippines (the). Adjust the assumptions in the planner to model your specific scenario.

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Market Context

With 43.8 courts per 100K residents, Panglao has a relatively high padel density. This indicates a proven market with demonstrated demand — but also more competition for new entrants. Differentiation through location, facility quality, or pricing strategy becomes the key success factor.

Padel is growing rapidly across Europe — many markets are seeing venue counts double within a few years. The sport's relatively low barriers to entry (less space than tennis, faster learning curve for players) continue to drive expansion.

Panglao Market Overview

Metric Value
Courts 3
Courts per 100K residents 43.8
Venues 1
Venues per 100K residents 14.6
padelnomics Score 26.0/100
Data Confidence 100%

FAQ

Is Panglao a good location for a padel center?

Panglao scores 26.0/100 on the padelnomics Score, which evaluates investment potential based on supply gaps, catchment reach, market maturity, and sports culture. A lower score indicates a well-served market — differentiation through location, quality, or pricing becomes critical. Use the Padelnomics planner to model your specific assumptions.

What is the return on investment for a padel center in Panglao?

ROI depends on build cost, court count, pricing, and occupancy assumptions. The defaults in the model above are calibrated from current market and booking data for Panglao; the specific city- and venue-level inputs (median rates, per-venue occupancy, price trends) are part of Padelnomics Research. Adjust the inputs in the planner to see how your scenario compares.

How much does it cost to build a padel center in Panglao?

Total investment depends on venue type (indoor vs outdoor), land costs, and local construction standards in Philippines (the). Typical benchmarks: an indoor court costs around PHP 1,600,000 for court equipment plus building and fit-out; outdoor courts are significantly cheaper. Use the financial planner for a detailed Panglao cost breakdown.

How many padel courts are there in Panglao?

Panglao has 3 padel courts across 1 venues. With a population of 7K, that translates to 43.8 courts per 100,000 residents.

What are typical padel court rental prices in Panglao?

Padel prices in Panglao vary between peak and off-peak hours, indoor vs outdoor facilities, and facility quality. City- and venue-level medians, P25–P75 spreads, and occupancy rates are part of Padelnomics Research — the inputs in the financial model above are calibrated from that data.

How does Panglao compare to other Philippines (the) cities?

Panglao's padelnomics Score of 26.0/100 reflects its investment potential among tracked Philippines (the) cities. See the Philippines (the) market overview for a full comparison across cities.

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