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Gold Coast Hotel Guide - Rainbow Bay Beach hotels in Gold Coast, Australia.

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Our top choices for Rainbow Bay Beach hotels

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Tweed Harbour Motor Inn

Tweed Harbour Motor Inn

Tweed Harbour Motor Inn
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (834)
"The whole thing was very good, room, management, and staff. Great location. "
Australia
Maureen
Tweed Harbour Motor Inn
Superior King Suite
The Pink Hotel Coolangatta

The Pink Hotel Coolangatta

The Pink Hotel Coolangatta
3.5 star property
Coolangatta, 0.7 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (430)
"Great room and location. Check in was easy"
Australia
Arthur
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Pink Hotel Coolangatta
Outdoor pool
Tweed Heads Vegas Motel

Tweed Heads Vegas Motel

Tweed Heads Vegas Motel
4.0 star property
1.6 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (554)
"Good value, larger than average room, comfy bed, good location"
Australia
Wendy
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Tweed Heads Vegas Motel
Front of property
Gold Coast Airport Motel

Gold Coast Airport Motel

Gold Coast Airport Motel
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (535)
"Close walking distance to airport reasonably priced clean and tidy "
Australia
Tania
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Gold Coast Airport Motel
Outdoor pool
Tweed Central Motel

Tweed Central Motel

Tweed Central Motel
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (474)
"An easy walk to shops clubs and restaurants. Very quite at night and very economical"
Australia
Kevin
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Tweed Central Motel
On the beach
Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites

Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites

Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites
4.0 star property
Coolangatta, 0.9 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2232)
"Loved the customer service the receptionist accommodated every need we asked for the pool area is beautifully kept and the pool are is Devine "
Australia
Erika
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites
Pool
Arabella Motor Inn

Arabella Motor Inn

Arabella Motor Inn
2.0 star property
2.8 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
6.6 out of 10, (9)
"Spotlessly clean, comfortable bed, quality unmarked linen, fabulous in room facilities.. everything you need is supplied for an out of town visit."
Australia
Suzanne
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Arabella Motor Inn
Outdoor pool
Cooks Endeavour Motor Inn

Cooks Endeavour Motor Inn

Cooks Endeavour Motor Inn
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Very clean room and well maintained - management really good with me wasting there time when I couldn't find the air conditioning controller ( clearly placed on the wall below the air conditioner) or the wifi password which again was on the wall ! Need better glasses but they were very good - will return "
Australia
David
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Cooks Endeavour Motor Inn
Fishing
La Costa Motel

La Costa Motel

La Costa Motel
4.0 star property
3.3 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (866)
"Fantastic stay!! "
Australia
Abby
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
La Costa Motel
Beach
Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel - Close To City Centre & Airport

Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel - Close To City Centre & Airport

Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel - Close To City Centre & Airport
4.5 star property
4.3 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (741)
"Was a great stay "
Australia
Peter
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel - Close To City Centre & Airport
On the beach, white sand
Halcyon House

Halcyon House

Halcyon House
2.5 star property
18.7 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Another wonderful stay at Halcyon Thanks Julie & Pat"
Australia
Julie
The price is €343
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Halcyon House
Daily buffet breakfast (AUD 22 per person)
Rydges Gold Coast Airport

Rydges Gold Coast Airport

Rydges Gold Coast Airport
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Lovely stay"
Australia
Sonia
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Rydges Gold Coast Airport
On the beach, white sand
Tessa's on the Beach Boutique Hotel

Tessa's on the Beach Boutique Hotel

Tessa's on the Beach Boutique Hotel
2.5 star property
4.4 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (112)
"Perfect location, great staff & amenities."
Australia
Riley
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Tessa's on the Beach Boutique Hotel
Miami Suite
The Shores Miami

The Shores Miami

The Shores Miami
3.0 star property
Miami, 14.7 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (37)
"Good rooms"
Australia
Samuel
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Shores Miami
Exterior
Ingleside Stud Farm

Ingleside Stud Farm

Ingleside Stud Farm
3.0 star property
16.3 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (147)
"Great hospitality, close to the coast in a beautiful quiet location"
Australia
Karen
The price is €261
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Ingleside Stud Farm
Family Room, Non Smoking
Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
3.5 star property
Mermaid Beach, 16.4 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (426)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Wei
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Blue Heron Motel
Outdoor pool
The Cheshire Cat Motel

The Cheshire Cat Motel

The Cheshire Cat Motel
2.5 star property
Palm Beach, 8.5 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9)
"Very nice, only noisy because of Gold Coast Highway"
Australia
Cornelia
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
The Cheshire Cat Motel
3 Bedroom Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Ambience on Burleigh Beach

Ambience on Burleigh Beach

Ambience on Burleigh Beach
4.5 star property
Burleigh Heads, 12.7 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (204)
"Quiet , convenient spot Apartment clean and spacious "
Australia
tracey
The price is €571
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ambience on Burleigh Beach
Beach nearby, white sand
Blue Water Motel

Blue Water Motel

Blue Water Motel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (518)
"Great place, clean and convenient. Having the kitchen and the water dispenser was areally nice touch."
United States
Laila
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Blue Water Motel
One Bedroom Apartment | Living area
Quest Robina

Quest Robina

Quest Robina
4.5 star property
Robina, 19.6 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (445)
"Amazing staff! "
Australia
Caroline
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Quest Robina
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Top Rainbow Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

The Pink Hotel Coolangatta

The Pink Hotel Coolangatta

10/10 Excellent
"Great room and location. Check in was easy"
Arthur 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Pink Hotel Coolangatta

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rainbow Bay Beach?
Rainbow Bay Beach is located in Gold Coast. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 208 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Rainbow Bay Beach?
Adjacent to Rainbow Bay Beach, Carool Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this apartment offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include Mantra Twin Towns and Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Rainbow Bay Beach?
Expedia has 208 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Rainbow Bay Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rainbow Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Rainbow Bay Beach.
What can I see and do near Rainbow Bay Beach?
Local parks like Point Danger, Palm Beach Pirate Treasure Island Playground and Ukerebagh Nature Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Greenmount Beach, Coolangatta Beach and Fingal Head Beach. Walkin' On Water Surf School, Timezone Coolangatta and Cook Island Nature Reserve are some favourites close by Rainbow Bay Beach.