Vacation rentals in Rainbow Beach
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Guesthouse in Rainbow Beach
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviewsThe Coolberry
Gorgeous little bnb/converted shed, located separate from the main dwelling with parking. Ideal over-nighter for those not looking to stay long. Open plan unit has a double bed and a king single bed, extra bedding can be allowed for the couch/single day bed upon request (child). Ensuite bathroom. Kitchenette with kettle, toaster, tea,coffee and sugar provided. Wifi is available, plus there’s Netflix! For dining, the town is a short 2 minute drive where you will find pubs, restaurants and cafes.
23 – 30 June
Guest suite in Boonooroo
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviewsAmethyst Cove Guest Suite Executive Stay
Escape & relax! Amethyst Cove Guest Suite is a private executive accommodation awaiting you! Attached to our new architecturally designed home, with its own entrance & full seperate amenities including kitchen & bathroom. Offering the sights & sounds of the Great Sandy Straights and overlooking K’Gari (Fraser Island), be serenaded to sleep & peacefully awakened by the lapping of the waves and birdsong this unique area offers. Enter through the private electric gate, park, unpack and relax.
31 Aug – 7 Sept
Apartment in Tin Can Bay
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviewsIdyllic Relaxing Unspoiled Tin Can Bay
This delightful modern villa has everything to make your stay in Tin Can Bay totally enjoyable. The furnishings & appointments as well as the spacious verandah deck will not disappoint. The location is perfect, right on the water at the Marina, bring your boat or hire one. The unit is free standing with a double carport surrounded by lush landscaping in a small gated complex. The pool is fabulous with a waterfall and a gazebo which houses the barbecue & dining setting. A Surprise Package!
11 – 18 May
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Home in Tin Can Bay
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviewsToolara House Tin Can Bay - Dog Friendly
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24 – 31 May
Apartment in Rainbow Beach
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviewsAiry one bedroom apartment@Rainbow Beach
22 – 29 Oct
Holiday home in Rainbow Beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviewsBright and spacious 2-Bed beach resort apartment
29 Oct – 5 Nov
Apartment in Rainbow Beach
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviewsModern boho retreat in Rainbow Beach
27 June – 2 July
Home in Rainbow Beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviewsTranquil holiday home on the water’s edge.
13 – 20 Oct
Loft in Rainbow Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviewsRainbow Beach Dream Studio Apartment
27 Aug – 3 Sept
Apartment in Rainbow Beach
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviewsBright & Airy with High Ceilings & Balcony BBQ
14 – 21 May
Apartment in Rainbow Beach
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsAloha Rainbow Beach
3 – 10 Aug
Home in Rainbow Beach
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviewsNew coastal townhouse with ocean views and balcony
15 – 22 Aug
Guest suite in Cooloola Cove
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews"Banksia Cottage" - Discover Cooloola Coast
5 – 12 May
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Rainbow Beach
Total rentals | 220 properties |
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Rentals with a pool | 110 properties have a pool |
Pet-friendly rentals | 50 properties allow pets |
Family-friendly rentals | 190 properties are a good fit for families |
Total number of reviews | 6.7K reviews |
Nightly prices starting at | $77 AUD before taxes and fees |
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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