The cheapest courts in Polomolok will be the budget open-air ones — a bare outdoor court, often with loaner paddles so you can show up empty-handed. A step up are floodlit outdoor courts that add lights for night games. Both tiers are outdoor, which is the real catch. ReservePolomolok is still in development and no courts are live yet; when listings open, owners will set their own rates, so treat the figures below as general market ranges rather than any one venue's price.
Which court is actually the cheapest?
The cheapest tier is the budget open-air court. It tends to be a bare outdoor court, often with loaner paddles on hand, leaning beginner-friendly, so it usually draws students and first-timers. Just above it sits the floodlit outdoor tier, which adds lights and so wins for after-work and night sessions. The price climbs as you add cover, then aircon, then lounge amenities.
| Court tier | Typical range/hr | What you get | What you give up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget open-air | ₱120–180 | Loaner paddles common, beginner-friendly, cheapest option | Outdoor, basic, rain stops play |
| Floodlit outdoor | ₱180–250 | Lights for night games | Outdoor, no cover from sudden downpours |
| Covered outdoor | ₱250–300 | Roof plays through drizzle, paddle rental may apply | Pricier than open-air |
| Premium + lounge | ₱300–350 | Newer courts, viewing or lounge area | Costs more, can get busy |
| Indoor aircon | ₱400+ | Full weather control, indoor comfort | Most expensive option |
How cheap is it when you split per person?
Per person, a budget court is nearly free. A ₱120-per-hour court split four ways for doubles is ₱30 each per hour. A ₱180 floodlit court works out to ₱45 each. Even a covered court around ₱250 lands near ₱63 per person for a full hour of doubles, which is why splitting changes the math more than chasing the rock-bottom rate.
At ₱120/hr split four ways, a full hour of doubles on a budget court costs about ₱30 per person.
What is the catch with the cheap courts?
The catch is rain. The cheapest tiers are outdoor with no roof, and Polomolok gets heavy afternoon downpours once the tropical rainy season sets in around mid-year. A sudden shower ends play. When courts go live it will be worth checking each listing's rain or reschedule terms before you book, but if you want to play through a drizzle, expect to pay more for a covered court.
When ReservePolomolok opens, you will be able to sort the courts list by price, lowest first, so the budget open-air courts float to the top. You will pick your start and end time, the slot holds for 10 minutes while you pay by Maya, QR Ph, or card, and you confirm at the gate. No courts are bookable yet — owners will set their own rates and hours when listings launch.
- Do I need my own paddle for the cheap courts?
- Often not. Budget open-air courts commonly keep loaner paddles, which is part of why they suit beginners and students. Covered or premium courts are more likely to charge a paddle-rental fee, so when courts go live, check the current rental terms on each listing.
- What happens to my booking if it rains at an outdoor court?
- Policies will vary by venue. When listings open, check the cancellation and reschedule terms on each listing before you pay, or ask the court directly about what happens if a downpour cuts your game.
- Can I pay with GCash for these courts?
- No, ReservePolomolok does not take GCash. You will be able to pay with Maya, QR Ph, or a card, and your slot is held for 10 minutes while you complete payment.
