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Popular amenities for Rainbow Beach holiday rentals

Stay near Rainbow Beach's top sights

Rainbow Beach100 locals recommend
Rainbow Beach Hotel25 locals recommend
Arcobaleno on the Beach25 locals recommend
Rainbow Beach Horse Rides17 locals recommend
IGA16 locals recommend
Epic Ocean Adventures15 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Rainbow Beach

Superhost
Cabin in Tin Can Bay
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Absolute beach front

JonRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Massive Thank you to Heather & Bruce for everything they done throughout the stay. This accomodation is the ultimate for a small boat/tinny, it’s the closest property to the Marina where you can have your boat parked out the back all day! It was a perfect stay in a beautiful part of the world, the weather was perfect to explore & fish the very diverse waterways. I’ll be back for sure!
Top Guest favourite
Guesthouse in Tin Can Bay
5 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

The Cozy Cod Lodge - Tin Can Bay. QLD. Australia

JennaRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Beautiful views of the water, extremely clean place overall, well provisioned, welcoming, generous off street parking, wonderful hosts and loved that we could take our little cavoodle on holidays with us also. Lovely little touches from the hosts also - the kids loved the Donna Hay pancake mix and were very excited you left some dog treats in the cupboard and some white bread in the freezer for toast! We will definitely be staying here again when we next visit Tin Can Bay. Would highly recommend to other guests.
Home in Rainbow Beach
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Palmgrove 1 - Rainbow Beach

EmilyRating, 5 stars2 months ago
What a great place to stay!!! Well equipped and perfectly located - we would definitely come back!!!
Superhost
Guest suite in Rainbow Beach
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

Manooka Place

LiriRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Nice place Clean and relaxing Good and quiet neighborhood and close to supermarket and laundrymart
Apartment in Rainbow Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Ocean Views Rainbow Beach

MitchellRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Don’s place was everything we wanted. A great space for my family to relax and unwind. The pool straight out front of the unit was given an extensive workout by my young boys. The bedrooms, living spaces, kitchen and bathrooms were all top notch. Don himself was friendly, helpful and responsive at all times. We will definitely be back. Thanks Don!
Superhost
Home in Bauple
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Little Fraser Coast Farm Stay

YuriyRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Our stay in Bauple, QLD, was a wonderful experience! Nestled in a quiet and picturesque setting, this charming town provided the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The fresh air, stunning natural scenery, and warm hospitality of the locals made our visit truly memorable. We loved exploring the surrounding area, including the beautiful parks and nature reserves. The history of Bauple, known as the birthplace of the macadamia nut, added an interesting touch to our trip. The peaceful atmosphere made it an ideal spot to relax and unwind. If you’re looking for a hidden gem in Queensland, Bauple is definitely worth a visit. We would love to return and explore even more of what this lovely place has to offer! A special mention to Sean and Sarah’s place—we absolutely loved it! Their hospitality made us feel right at home, and the peaceful surroundings created the perfect retreat. The attention to detail and comfort in their space made our stay even more enjoyable.
Superhost
Home in Tin Can Bay
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

Great holiday home in wonderful Tin Can Bay

PennyRating, 5 stars2 months ago
This is a lovely family home. With a gorgeous big yard and under cover for children to play. Has a great outside deck equipped with BBQ and plenty of seating. We spent the majority of time outside enjoying the deck. We had all our meals out even when it was extremely hot, a lovely breeze kept us cool. Beds were comfortable, with two bathrooms up. There was a shower and toilet in the laundry area also. Location is great walking distance to the IGA, bakery, butcher and the fabulous fruit shop. We were a family of three adults and three children, the position is great for family bike rides.
Top Guest favourite
Apartment in Rainbow Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews

Seaforth Palms - Rainbow Escape

DanielRating, 5 stars4 days ago
Great location, easy to find and a 2 minute walk to the amenities of the town. Apartment was very clean with everything you’d need. Would stay again !

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Rainbow Beach

  • Total rentals

    210 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    $63 AUD before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    8.6K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    190 properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    50 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with a pool

    90 properties have a pool

Your guide to Rainbow Beach

All About Rainbow Beach

Named for its beautiful, multicoloured sand dunes, Rainbow Beach straddles a narrow peninsula in Queensland’s Wide Bay-Burnett region. With the sheltered waters of Tin Can Bay on one side, and the vast Coral Sea on the other, Rainbow Beach offers a pretty, low-key town and a varied coastline to explore. The area is also part of the famed Great Beach Drive, which stretches from Noosa’s North Shore up to Fraser Island. You can’t help but stop off and admire this breathtaking stretch of coastline along the route of a quintessential Australian four-wheel-drive road trip. Rainbow Beach’s 23-kilometre shore is bordered by renowned colourful cliffs and a small town that offers plenty of options for dining and shopping. It’s also perfectly situated for exploring nearby parks including Toolara Forest and beaches like Cooloola Beach.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Rainbow Beach

Average temperatures in Rainbow Beach vary little throughout the year. Temperatures are pleasant for most of the year, except for a few weeks in the summer, when it can get especially hot. During summer, Rainbow Beach plays host to music festivals including Country Beach and an art festival called Brushes by the Sea. Autumn is a lovely time to visit as the temperatures are cooler, but the water is still warm. Seasonal events include the Anzac Day Parade in April and the Bay to Bay yacht race in May. The winter months are also an excellent time to visit as temperatures are mild, and humpback whales are migrating along the coast. There’s also Spring Fest and the Tin Can Bay Run in September.


Top things to do in Rainbow Beach

Horseback Riding

After you’ve explored Rainbow Beach on four wheels, you can swap your vehicle for a horse to ride along the beach. Spot crabs, birdlife, birds of prey, and, if you’re really lucky, maybe even a whale from the saddle. All levels of experience can ride, and country and moonlit routes are also available.

Fraser Island

Located just a short ferry trip away, Fraser Island is the world's largest sand island, stretching for 123 kilometres. The island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 250 kilometres of sandy beaches, coloured sand cliffs, and spectacular dune blowouts. Inland, there’s towering old-growth rainforest, and over 100 freshwater dune lakes. There’s even a shipwreck, the SS Maheno, which was blown ashore by a cyclone in 1935.

Great Sandy National Park

The south end of Rainbow Beach extends into the Cooloola Recreation Area, which lies within Great Sandy National Park. Here you can explore walking trails such as the Cooloola Great Walk with its beautiful views of coloured sand reaching toward Double Island Point, the towering Double Island Point Lighthouse, and Inskip Point.

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