Court rates vary with cover, aircon, and lighting, and the gap between the cheapest and the priciest court is bigger than it sounds. Here is what you actually get as you move up the tiers, so you can decide what is worth paying for before you book.
What you're really paying for
Price tracks a few concrete things: whether the court is roofed, whether it has air-conditioning, the quality of the playing surface, and whether it is floodlit for night games. Each of those costs the venue money to build and run, and that shows up in the hourly rate.
| Tier | What you typically get | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Budget open-air | Outdoor courts, basic to decent surface, sometimes floodlit for night games, occasional loaner paddles | Casual games and learning, early mornings on a clear day |
| Covered | A roof over the court so a drizzle or midday sun does not stop play, generally a solid surface | Afternoon games in the rainy season, players who want shade |
| Indoor aircon | Fully enclosed, air-conditioned, hardwood-style indoor surface, no wind or sun on the ball | Midday heat, the wettest months, and a more controlled game |
The honest summary
If you are learning or just playing casually, budget open-air courts are plenty. If afternoon rain is your problem, a covered court solves it; if midday heat is, an indoor aircon court is worth it. Whatever the tier, you split the cost across your group, so even the premium end lands well under ₱100 per person for doubles. When courts go live on ReservePolomolok, each venue's exact rate will be on its page, so you can compare before you book.
