Atkinson-Stern Tennis Center

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About this court

Pickleball and multi-sport enthusiasts visiting New Orleans, LA will find Atkinson-Stern Tennis Center — a public facility at 4025 South Saratoga Street — holds a strong 4.7-star Google rating across 65 reviews, reflecting a generally well-regarded experience in the city's recreational scene. The center runs Monday through Thursday from 8 AM to 9 PM, shifts to 8 AM–4 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and is closed on Fridays, so timing a visit carefully is worthwhile. The facility supports a broad range of programming including court rental, league play, lessons, locker rooms, and online booking — with both pay-to-play and free-to-play access options listed. Players note that court fees are notably affordable and that the staff tends to be welcoming, particularly toward newer players. The locker room facilities also draw positive mentions from visitors. Online reservation is effectively required to guarantee court time, and players note that Monday and Wednesday evenings are high-demand windows due to regular league play. Review sentiment is mixed on operational consistency: while many visitors praise the good court conditions and community atmosphere, others mention frustrations with the online booking system and court management practices. The facility's good condition rating and diverse programming — spanning lessons, rentals, and organized league competition — still position Atkinson-Stern as a notable public option for pickleball and racquet sport players in the New Orleans area of the United States.