Adult Hosted Tennis Holiday

Ben Obong

Ben Obong Tennis Academy

Where luxury meets tennis - serve up your best game at the Royal Mare Hotel

Spectacular sea views, landscaped gardens, turquoise pools and a private beach make the Royal Mare an outstanding choice for a Tennis Holiday. Play on the exceptional real red clay courts, renowned for their quality and performance.

Beyond tennis, unwind at the hotel’s spa, which is ranked among the Top 10 spas in the world, or venture out to the lively town of Cherssonisos, just a short 10-minute drive from the hotel. Savour authentic Greek cuisine at local tavernas or enjoy the vibrant nightlife the area has to offer.

This makes Royal Mare the perfect destination for relaxation, indulgence, and exploration!

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Ben Obong

Join Ben Obong for an enriching Adult Tennis Holiday at the luxurious 5* Royal Mare. Experience your dream tennis getaway!
Why we love Royal Mare

Our Rating

4/5 Stars

Tennis Courts

Red Clay Courts

Board Basis

All Inclusive

Pricing

from £1359pp

Resort Name

5* Royal Mare

Airport Transfers

A 20 minute transfer from Heraklion Airport

Single Occupancy

£290 per week

Arrival & Departure Day

Saturday - Saturday

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Our Programme

The Tennis

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Dates & Info

What's Included?

22.5 Hours of Professional Tennis Coaching
Active Away Hosting
Organised Meals & Activities
Package Travel Protected
Concierge Booking & After Sales Support
WhatsApp Group With Other Participants
1:6 Coach to Player Ratio
All Inclusive Board Basis
Tennis Programme designed by Jamie Murray

What's Not Included?

Flights
Airport Transfers (Available at additional cost)
Travel Insurance

Bookings

IMPORTANT - Flights - Please do not book your flights until you have confirmation from Active Away. This will NOT be instant.

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04 - 11 October 2025
from £1359pp
Singles from £290
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5* Royal Mare

Resort Information

Board Basis

The all-inclusive package covers all meals, drinks, and snacks, ensuring that guests can fully relax and indulge throughout their stay. This convenience allows guests to focus on enjoying their time at the hotel, and eat as much or as little as they like!

Restaurants

Guests can enjoy a mix of international and local dishes at the Symposio main restaurant, indulge in Mediterranean flavours at Candia, or savour fresh seafood at the Albatros beachside restaurant. For those craving something more diverse, the hotel also boasts Italian classics at Allegro, Pan-Asian delights at Royal Palm, and South American dishes at Pacifico. Additionally, there are casual spots like the Creperie-Gelateria Alegria for sweet treats.

Bars

The main bar Minos is perfect for a quieter moment, offering a broad selection of drinks, from espresso to cocktails, in a relaxed atmosphere​. For those who prefer the poolside vibe, the Kalypso Pool Bar serves refreshing cocktails, mocktails, and a range of spirits. Meanwhile, the Beach Bar Horizon allows you to sip your favourite drinks right by the sea, with snacks available throughout the day too.

Your Trip

Itinerary

We’ve been creating the perfect itinerary since 2006. Explore what you’ll get up-to below. Please note our itineraries are subject to change.

These are the arrival and departure days for our Adult Tennis Holidays to Royal Mare Hotel, Crete. We can arrange an Airport Transfer for you, or alternatively you can meet us at the hotel.

We will have a welcome meeting on the arrival day & be there to say goodbye when you depart.

The first day of Tennis! We will be meeting at 9:30 for our welcome meeting at the Tennis Club before your morning coaching session from 10:00 – 12:00 focused around Baseline Brilliance: The Power of Precision & getting used to the Crete sunshine.

Catch up with the coaching team and the main group – 13:00 at the Albatros Restaurant, treat yourself to a glass of wine!

Meet back at the courts for a Tennis Masterclass from 16:30 – 17:00. Kick back and watch our masterclass where our coaches demonstrate the importance of team harmony and building successful partnerships.

Then it’s your turn to play – 17:00 – 19:00 we observe you play in our doubles social, focusing on consistent communication with your partner whilst our coaches give you tips!

The day isn’t quite over yet – dinner with the group in the Sympossio Restaurant, followed by drinks in the bar.

Day 2 of tennis is here, and it’s time to work on your first three shots of every point. Start the day from 10:00 – 12:00 and learn all about being a triple threat.

After you’ve worked up a sweat it’s time for lunch with a view at the Albatros Restaurant.

After a well-deserved afternoon break, join us from 16:30 – 17:00 for our second Tennis Masterclass – The Technical Tune Up. You will then play doubles social from 17:00 – 19:00, with the aim of implementing strategies for success.

Dinner Time! Tonight we are eating in the a la carte restaurant, a real treat!

It’s time to get up and at it! Meet us at the courts for our – Perfecting Positioning & Communication Masterclass 09:30 – 10:00 which is then followed by our coaching session 10:00 – 12:00 all about being a dynamic and strategic doubles player.

Grab a quick lunch with the group at 13:00 and catch up after the tennis session. Something cold is definitely required after the morning session!

It’s back up to the Tennis Courts for 17:00 – 19:00 for The Head Classic Battle – Radicals vs Speeds. It’s all doubles, super fun and the winning team are crowned champions.

It’s another fantastic evening ahead, with a buffet dinner followed by drinks and dancing!

After a busy few days – today is yours’ to relax! We will give you a few options for a day trip – including visiting the stunning Agios Nikolaos.

You can choose to join the group in the evening, or arrange your own meal at one of the fantastic restaurants.

Let’s get back to tennis! Today we will be working on Net Mastery: Owning the Net from 10:00 – 12:00.

It’s the usual for lunch, we recommend a fresh coffee after lunch – the coffee at Royal Mare is excellent.

For the Tennis Masterclass session at 16:30, today we give you an insight into Jamie Murray’s top tips. 17:00 – 19:00 you will then play double socials – Tennis Team Up. We hope you find them useful and be sure to tell us which one is your favourite!

After a full day of Tennis it’s time for a well earned dinner in the Main Restaurant at 20:00.

Sadly, today is your last full day and to crown the week off in style, we will have an Active Away Cup – Champagne Social Tournament from 09:00 – 13:00.

We will split everyone into even teams, and you’ll have a coach captaining your team and guiding you through your matches. It’s designed to be fun & friendly with a dose of competitiveness (oh and don’t forget the most important part of the morning – the half-time champagne break)!

After battling it out in the Champagne Tournament, it’s time for a well deserved lunch. Today we will have a late lunch in the Albatros restaurant, to recharge after using all of that energy.

Now, it’s your turn to heckle the coaching team and give us pointers on our tennis skills. Watch them play an exhibition match from 17:00 – 18:00. Make sure to bring your best banter!

Join us for our round-up Presentation, where we fully welcome you into our Active Away Family, with some prizes on offer for the best moments of the week. It’s full of smiles & laughter – a lovely way to round off an unforgettable week of Tennis in Crete!

Now, to crown the week off we head out in to the local town of Cherssonisos – to one of our absolute favourite restaurant’s – ‘Kymata.’ Kymata is set over the lovely Aegean sea, with fresh seafood & fabulous wine, it truly is a Greek Delight. Then, if you’d like to continue the evening we head to a lovely beach bar. Please Note – the last evening is at an additional charge.

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Rooms

You’ll be able to select your preferred room type on the booking page. Just select one of our upgrade supplements.

Double/Twin Bungalow Garden View

Elegantly furnished rooms with luxurious details, offering twin or double beds, a bathroom, and all amenities for a delightful garden view stay.
Room Size: 29m2
Room Type on Invoice: Bungalow Garden View

Double/Twin Bungalow Sea View

Chic design meets serenity with panoramic sea views. Choose twin or double beds, with a bath or shower. Enjoy coffee on the furnished balcony.
Room Size: 29m2
Room Type on Invoice: Bungalow Sea View

Bungalow Sharing Pool

Stylish bungalows with garden views, direct pool access, and upscale amenities. Enjoy refined interiors for a relaxing, pleasant stay.
Room Size: 29m2
Room Type on Invoice: Bungalow Sharing Pool

Suite Sea Front

Enjoy panoramic sea views in a stylish suite, featuring twin or double beds.
Room Size: 59m2
Room Type on Invoice: Suite Sea Front

Junior Suite Sea Front Private Pool

Experience premium hospitality in a luxurious Junior Suite with a private pool, sundeck and stunning sea views.
Room Size: 49m2
Room Type on Invoice: Junior Suite Sea Front Private Pool
Your Queries

FAQs

Outside of our tennis sessions, the courts are at an additional charge and can be booked via reception.

Mediterranean, Asian (Sushi) and a Greek Restaurant. 1x a la carte meal is included with your stay.

May – 20 – 25 degrees celsius
June – 25 – 30 degrees celsius
October – 20 – 25 degrees celsius

Yes, there are some small tourist fees which you can view here.

Cherssonisos (now that’s a mouthful!) is a local, bustling town. It offers a great selection of taverna’s and bars. We’d highly recommend spending an afternoon there and is around a 10 minute drive from Royal Mare. The hotel reception will be happy to assist you with arranging a taxi.

Absolutely! If you decide to share a room with someone after your booking has been confirmed, we would remove the single supplement. This is on the assumption that the hotel has no problem amending the room occupancy.

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