Rainbow Sands Resort, Rainbow Beach - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

42-46 Rainbow Beach Rd, Rainbow Beach, Australia

Rainbow Sands Resort is situated in the picturesque Rainbow Beach, renowned for being the gateway to the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island. This smoke-free resort offers a combination of motel-style accommodations and self-contained apartments, all featuring stunning garden views. With easy access to both adventure and relaxation, it serves as an ideal venue for various events and functions, including intimate private dining experiences.

Location

Located in close proximity to popular landmarks such as the Carlo Sand Blow and Wolf Rock Dive Centre, Rainbow Sands Resort provides easy access to shopping and recreational areas. The nearest airports are Hervey Bay and Maryborough, approximately 135 km and 94 km away, respectively, enabling straightforward travel arrangements for guests.

Rooms

The resort features 24 air-conditioned rooms, which include motel-style rooms and one or two-bedroom apartments. Each accommodation offers a private balcony, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and notable comforts like a microwave and free toiletries. Certain rooms come with fully equipped kitchens, enhancing the stay experience for families and groups.

Eat & Drink

Rainbow Sands Resort lacks specific onsite restaurants but emphasizes a communal BBQ and picnic area for guest-use, encouraging a relaxed outdoor dining experience amidst garden views. Guests can prepare their own meals at the full kitchens available in the apartments, providing flexible dining options during their stay.

Leisure & Business

The resort features an outdoor pool ideal for leisure and relaxation. Additionally, guests can enjoy amenities such as a spa, sauna, and free WiFi access. The resort also offers opportunities for a variety of outdoor activities such as bush walking, scuba diving, and four-wheel driving.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

55 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

120 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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One-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Rainbow Beach400 m

Airports

Hervey Bay (HVB) 130.3 km

Sunshine Coast (MCY) 148.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Bed!

“The bed in my room was incredibly comfortable, allowing for restful nights with a lovely view of palm trees and the pool.” view full review

Clean Facilities

“The bathroom facilities were mostly clean and functional, providing a satisfactory experience during my stay.” view full review

Pleasant Atmosphere

“I enjoyed the pleasant atmosphere in my room, making it a nice place to relax after a long day.” view full review

Beautiful Grounds

“The pool area was beautifully maintained, enhancing the overall leisure experience of my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free parking
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
BBQ facilities
Shallow end

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

42-46 Rainbow Beach Rd, Rainbow Beach, Australia

Map view

42-46 Rainbow Beach Rd, Rainbow Beach, Australia

City landmarks

104 Cooloola Dr

Carlo Sand Blow

2.1 km

Rainbow Beach Road

Searys Creek

1.5 km

Rainbow Beach QLD 4581

Lawrie Hanson Park

890 m

Cooloola Wilderness Trail

1.5 km

Rainbow Beach- Inskip Point road

Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area

2.4 km

Carlo Rd

Carlo Point Marina

3.3 km

Nearby

7/48 Rainbow Beach Rd

Skydive Fraser Island

430 m

Stadium

Rainbow Beach Sports Recreation and Memorial Club

430 m

Great Sandy National Park

Cooloola Recreation Area

430 m

Restaurants

Rainbow Beach Pizza & Grill

260 m

1/48 Shop Rainbow Beach Road IGA Complex

Rainbow Beach Sports Club

230 m

7 Kurana St

Banana Bean Cafe Rainbow Beach

520 m

36 Rainbow Beach Rd Shell Plaza

Ocean Breeze Seafoods

270 m

54 Rainbow Beach Rd

Rainbow Beach Hotel

450 m

1 Rainbow Beach Rd

Little Parliament Cafe

480 m

12 Rainbow Beach Rd

Creme de la Creme

480 m

U 2 1 Rainbow Beach Rd

Rainbow Fruit

470 m

13B/1 Rainbow Beach Rd

Brent's Burgers

500 m

8 Rainbow Beach Rd

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

82%

liked the resort and would come back again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.6

Location

9.2

Service

7.2

Dining

7.3

Nathaniel

United Kingdom, March 2025

8.0/10

I had a lovely time at this motel during my Sunshine Coast road trip. It was conveniently located next to several essentials like eateries and shops. The rooms were comfortable and had a nice balcony for relaxation, but they could use a bit of freshening up. Overall, it was a good value for money considering the amenities offered and the proximity to the beach.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable and included a kitchenette with a full-sized fridge, which was handy. However, they could use some maintenance as they felt a bit tired.

Service

8.0

The service was reasonable, and while we faced a few minor issues, they were addressed promptly, which I appreciated.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, just a short walk to the beach and surrounded by shops and places to eat, making everything easily accessible.

Dining

8.0

While I didn't dine extensively at the motel, I enjoyed the close proximity to various dining options, including a lovely café and the Sports Club across the road.

Facilities

8.0

The motel had useful facilities, including a washer and dryer in the bathroom, which was very convenient for travelers.

Hudson

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.8/10

I had a pleasant stay overall, with a clean and spacious room, though it could have used some updates. The location was excellent, just a short walk to the beach and local shops. However, I was disappointed by the condition of the bathroom and the early shutdown of the pool. The discount provided was a nice touch, but I expected a bit more for the price.

Rooms

6.0

The room was reasonably clean and spacious for a twin, but the bathroom was outdated and had some mess from the previous guests. The bed was comfortable, which was a plus.

Service

7.0

The service was fine, and the staff offered a 15% discount after my concerns, which I appreciated.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, within walking distance to essential amenities like shops and the beach, making it very convenient.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The pool was supposed to be open later but closed early, which was a bit disappointing as I was looking forward to using it.

Rowan

United Kingdom, November 2024

7.4/10

This hotel boasts a great location, with plenty of restaurants and shops within walking distance, and the rooms are spacious and clean. We enjoyed being so close to the beach, but the dining experience left a little to be desired. While the price was reasonable for the size of the room, some facilities could use improvement.

Rooms

9.0

Our room was spacious and well-equipped with a kitchenette and a lovely balcony that overlooked the pool. The bed was comfortable, and the amenities like the fridge, toaster, and kettle were much appreciated.

Service

7.0

The service was decent. While they offered us a discount for our minor disappointments, I felt like some aspects could be improved.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic! It’s close to everything we needed, from shops to the beach, making it super convenient for our stay.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were quite limited, and the food we tried wasn't remarkable. I expected more variety and quality.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were okay, but the pool closing early and some dated elements in the room detracted from the overall experience.

Kevin

United Kingdom, October 2024

8.0/10

I really enjoyed my stay, especially the spacious and clean rooms that felt just like home. The location was vibrant, close to shops, restaurants, and the beach, making it very convenient. The kitchenette was a nice bonus, and the balcony was perfect for relaxing. However, some areas of the hotel seemed a bit tired and could use some freshening up. Overall, great value for the price!

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and equipped with all the essentials for a comfortable stay, including a kitchenette.

Service

7.0

I found the services provided were adequate for a motel experience; not luxurious, but met my needs.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, within walking distance to a variety of dining options and shops, and just a short stroll to the beach.

Dining

8.0

Dining options nearby were great, with a sports club and local cafes close by.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities like the pool were enjoyable and well-maintained, offering a nice area to relax.

Edward

United Kingdom, September 2024

7.8/10

I had a great experience at this hotel, with spacious and clean rooms that felt like a home away from home. The location was fantastic, within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach. However, I did notice some signs of wear in the room that could use a refresh. Overall, it offered excellent value for the price, especially with the amenities provided.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very spacious, clean, and equipped with all the basics I needed, including a fridge, washing machine, and kitchenette. There was also a nice balcony overlooking the pool.

Service

7.0

While I didn't have much interaction with the staff, the service provided met my expectations, and I appreciated the reasonable pricing.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, close to everything I needed, including shops, restaurants, and the beach, all within walking distance.

Dining

8.0

Dining options were easily accessible nearby, including a café and bakery just a short walk away.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were quite good, including a lovely pool area, although I found the pool closing timings a bit limiting.