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Our top choices for Rainbow Beach hotels

A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and balcony.
A covered patio with a table set for dining, surrounded by potted plants and a grill.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on the wall, a wardrobe, and a potted plant.
A building labeled "Debbie's Place" with a reception area and a pathway leading to it, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

1. Debbie's Place

Debbie's Place
1.1 km from Rainbow Beach
Australia
Miles
P9,025
P9,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Debbie's Place
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances and utensils, a wooden floor, and a view of a building and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a balcony with chairs and a table.
A spacious room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, ceiling fans, and a mounted television.

2. Freedom Rainbow Beach

Freedom Rainbow Beach
0.7 km from Rainbow Beach
Australia
Christoph
P7,832
P8,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Freedom Rainbow Beach
A modern building with a covered patio area, surrounded by mature trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with mobile homes and a palm tree.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of trees.
A person fishing by a calm river with dense forest in the background.

3. BIG4 Rainbow Beach Holiday Park

BIG4 Rainbow Beach Holiday Park
2.9 km from Rainbow Beach
Australia
Pettina
P9,414
P10,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
BIG4 Rainbow Beach Holiday Park
A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and lush greenery.
A clean, modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a large window.
A residential building with a stone pathway leading to a covered entrance, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a lawn.

4. Sleepy Lagoon Motel

Sleepy Lagoon Motel
8.7 km from Rainbow Beach
Australia
Barbara
P6,622
P7,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Sleepy Lagoon Motel
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Top Rainbow Beach Hotel Reviews

Rainbow Getaway Holiday Apartments

Rainbow Getaway Holiday Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, wonderful location, brilliant staff. Lovely time away. The heated pool could be more heated though"
Mark 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Rainbow Getaway Holiday Apartments
Dolphin Waters Tin Can Bay

Dolphin Waters Tin Can Bay

8/10 Good
"Nice views and comfortable. Would have been nice if pool was heated"
Emma 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Dolphin Waters Tin Can Bay
Debbie's Place

Debbie's Place

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful stay at Debbie's Place. Great room with excellent facilities and very comfortable bed. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!"
Miles 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Debbie's Place
Sleepy Lagoon Motel

Sleepy Lagoon Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Close to the pub and easy walk around destination"
Marie 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Sleepy Lagoon Motel
Rainbow Sea Resort

Rainbow Sea Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing views & wonderful location, easy access to Main Street & beach."
Anthony 3-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Rainbow Sea Resort
Freedom Rainbow Beach

Freedom Rainbow Beach

8/10 Good
"We stay in a studio unit in an older part of the complex. However if I was a backpacker I would give them 10 out of 10 . Community facilities were excellent."
KEN 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Freedom Rainbow Beach

Other attractions near Rainbow Beach

A sandy beach with a large driftwood log and a clear blue sky with the sun shining.
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Carlo Sand Blow

9.6/10 (197 reviews)
This giant sand dune is well worth seeing if you are staying in the town of Rainbow Beach or are on your way to Inskip Point, Tin Can Bay or Fraser Island.
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A green and yellow ferry named Manta Ray II at a dock.

Inskip Point

9.0/10 (264 reviews)
Pick from wave-rippled ocean beaches or sheltered estuarine waters and swim, fish and camp at this narrow finger of land reaching toward Fraser Island.
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A beach with turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a forested hill in the background.

Double Island Point Conservation Park

9.6/10 (21 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Double Island Point Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Cooloola National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Phil Rogers Park

9.2/10 (40 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Phil Rogers Park, a lovely green space in Rainbow Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead

9.4/10 (33 reviews)
You can take time to visit Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead during your travels to Rainbow Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Pipeclay National Park

7.6/10 (8 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Pipeclay National Park, a lovely green space in Cooloola Cove.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rainbow Beach?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Rainbow Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 147 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Rainbow Beach?
Plantation Resort at Rainbow is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Rainbow Beach. Other good choices within a short distance include Debbie's Place and Freedom Rainbow Beach.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Rainbow Beach?
Expedia has 147 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Rainbow Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rainbow Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Rainbow Beach.