Known for its beautiful rainbow coloured sand dunes found in the Fraser Island on Wide Bay- Burnett region, Rainbow Beach is a prime tourist spot in Queensland. The beach is a “Golden Gateway” to some of the most astonishing natural attractions of the world. This is a perfectly quiet and idyllic holiday destination. You can spend a nice and happy time here with your near and dear ones. A long walk along the golden beach is the best option for those looking for beauty in a serene environment. If swimming is your favourite pass time, try swimming with dolphins here. You can also have a quick peek at the deep corals inside the Pacific Ocean as this is one of the world’s top ten scuba diving locations. To make the most of your stay here, refer to the list of top 10 Stayz accommodations in Rainbow Beach and pick one that’s perfect for you.
1. Luxury holiday unit (from USD 278)
Dee’s Retreat Luxury Holiday Unit is a five-star Stayz accommodation in Rainbow Beach offering endless unobstructed views of the beach which are not only eye-pleasing but also extremely relaxing. The place offers you a quick escape from the cacophony of the big city into a calming and luxurious holiday retreat. This is a well-furnished place with many facilities like a cocktail gaming/arcade machine for kids, Nespresso coffee machine for coffee lovers, an outdoor spa, a lap pool, a BOSE surround sound system and many more. This holiday retreat assures you a fun-filled comfortable stay.
Dee's Retreat - Oceanview ApartmentsAccommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 5
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
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park the car, relax and enjoytheir mouths hit the floor at the sight of the master bedroom & the teenage kids could not contain their excitement at the all surround system, bose technology & large flat screen tvs in every roomthe views, the skies, the spectacular sceneryfantastic, immaculatethere is plenty of space and it is beautifully appointedCleanliness:
the unit is beautiful and cleanocean views from almost every room in the two storey apartmentthe rooms are spaciousHost:
all the mod cons, attention to detail, great viewsvery family orientatednadine is very friendly and accommodatingor adults to sit & have a sundowner)handy to everything! thankyou for having usRead more reviewsLocation:
close enough to walk to the pub and surf clubthis is relaxation at its best! the master bedroom and ensuite boast views to die forwe love the pool and spa! walking distance to shops and the beach! a perfect place to enjoy and relax with my best mates!! we had lots of fun in this place, highly recommendedstunning views, modern appliances and furnishings, loads of games including an electronic arcade loaded with 1,000 gamesseriously top notch, from the gorgeous cream leather couches right down to the best quality knives to whip up a scrumptious meal
2. Architect-designed beach house (from USD 156)
Set in a native bushland, Bush & Beach Retreat is an architect-designed family beach house offering immense beauty from the Rainbow Beach, peaceful chills from the bushland and a romantic feel in the air. You can witness early morning sightings of various animals like goannas, honeyeaters, owls, and kookaburras in the trees and sugar gliders flying in the garden. You can enjoy an astonishing sunset, kite flying activities, and surfing along the beach. You get to enjoy the best of both the forest life as well as the beach life.
Bush & Beach RetreatAccommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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parents have their privacy upstairs (with really confy beds)ample room for 6 with a futon alsothe home is light, airy and spacious, containing all the modern amenities and set in a lovely unspoilt environmentgreat place! has everything you need, really nice setting and surrounding and close to everything the fraser coast has to offerrumpus room downstairs with dvd and flat screen very handyCleanliness:
house very clean and comfy bedsthe house was amazing, very modern with outstanding facilities, would definitely recommend it!property was very clean, comfortable and offered a number of games, videos and books on siteHost:
a terrific holiday home which is fully decked out with the family in mindhouse is in wonderful setting and is very well appointedwonderful escapewe had a wonderful holiday - the house was beautifulthe kids all had a ball and none of us wanted to come homeRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the quietness and proximity to the beachwithin walking distance of the beach and close to rainbow beach and inskip point, with fraser island just a hop across the strait, this is a superb locationwe loved the short stroll to the unspoilt beachit is in a bush setting, but only a 3 minute walk to the beachsituated in a really nice and quiet surrounding and walking distance to the beach
3. Massive house with wrap-around decks (from USD 269)
If you are planning a beach holiday with all your near and dear ones along with your extended family, then Barny’s is the best Stayz accommodation in Rainbow Beach. Barny’s is a perfect happy holiday retreat due to its spacious rooms, huge decks, in-ground pool and a huge functional kitchen. The place offers a number of facilities like free WiFi for guests, a combustion fireplace, manicured lawns, a double lock-up garage and a double carport and many more amenities. The place will surely make you feel at home.
Barny's - Rainbow BeachAccommodates: 10
Minimum Nights: 1
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the house is spacious with easy flow of communal areas and 3 bathroomsbeautiful and well maintained pool comfortable furnishings and a great entertaining kitchen layoutCleanliness:
very spacious clean & very comfortablewe had a great time the house was clean spacious and had everything we neededwas a great clean spacious house for our group in the perfect locationRead more reviewsLocation:
relaxing convenient in easy walking distance of beach and restaurantswould recommend and will likely return to this placelocation is perfect as everything is a short stroll awayclose to everything spacious and beautiful outside deckgreat place to stay well setup
4. Renovated house with modern amenities (from USD 142)
A beachside holiday is one of the most relaxing holidays one can plan. But a perfect holiday is incomplete without a great accommodation. 11 Manooka Drive is one of the best Stayz accommodation in Rainbow Beach. The place has been recently renovated and its modern decor is eye-catching. The mere look of this retreat will take away your stress. This is a pet-friendly accommodation with all the facilities one could ever wish for.
11 Manooka Drive - Rainbow BeachAccommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 1
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5. Private and peaceful home (from USD 492)
Situated in the leafy Rainbow Shores, 36 Satinwood Drive is the best private and peaceful family home. It fits perfectly in the list of top ten Stayz accommodations in Rainbow Beach. This modern home offers spacious living areas, a huge, covered outdoor entertainment area as well as an in-ground lap pool and a separate indoor living area ensuring complete privacy and comfort.
36 Satinwood Drive - Rainbow ShoresAccommodates: 16
Minimum Nights: 1
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the size the cleanliness and the closeness of the beach was a great factorRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely house layout great location
6. Luxury apartment with panoramic views (from USD 229)
Located in the close proximity to Fraser Island’s World Heritage National Park, Oceansthree Apartment is a nice, spacious as well as luxurious Stayz accommodation in Rainbow Beach. You can enjoy the uninterrupted view of the beach as the apartment is just 100 metres (328 feet) away from the beach. You can meet all your requirements as this apartment is furnished with Miele kitchen equipment, a lap pool and a private spa pool overlooking the beach. You will definitely have a great time staying at Oceansthree Apartment.
Oceansthree ApartmentAccommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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The kitchen has everything you could possibly need and it was nice to have books available to readfood crumbs all over the dining table and long hair all over the master bedroom lounge and dresserAlso found coins and other small rubbish on the bed side table-it is that beautifulThere was groose sticky finger prints on the fridge and handlesI would have been happy to wake up to that view in a tentCleanliness:
and I had to wipe over everything and also vaccumthe apartment was clean & had everything we neededLocation and the unit were both perfect for our stay - can't wait to stay againbeautiful amazing view quiet and extremely clean and well-appointed?This unit offers fantastic views and is located close to shops and beaches Park your car and walk everywhere for the rest of the holidayHost:
Brought my wife and child up to rainbow beach for a family getawayIt is clear the property owner answers all inquiries within a couple of days and is always contactableSpectacular Views well appointed unit close to beach and all that Rainbow Beach has to offersome cleaning spray cloths bin bags and washing up tablets for the dishwasher as whats suppliedbut you have to keep most blinds drawn as most other units can see directly in and vice versathe spa on the lower levelRead more reviewsLocation:
The apartment has excellent ocean views looking out to sandy beaches and Fraser Island Rainbow Magicthe pool is NOT in anyway private it is used by the entire complex and is right outside your balconyswas an added bonus Definitely looking forward to returning in the near futureIt is peaceful and close to everything and it was wonderful to just sit on the balconyit's unbelievably spacious and luxurious and provides every imaginable luxury
7. Two-bedroom duplex (from USD 96)
A beautiful one-level beach shack, The Swans Nest is a highly favourable Stayz accommodation in Rainbow Beach for those looking for privacy and casual luxuries. The rental has a private front and backyard, fresh outdoor showers are installed at both the places. You can enjoy surfing, swimming, sunbathing and walking along the beach as this retreat is just 900 metres (2952 feet) away from the Rainbow beach. You can find bowling clubs, the main village Pub & Surf club, IGA all in close proximity of The Swans Nest.
"The Swans Nest" Beach HouseAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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clean and comfortable everything you need is on handa little home away from homewe left a stubble cooler and some bread crumbs long life milk and flourthey even left some coffee and paper towels and other little things for useabsolutely lovely little place to stay in a gorgeous quiet beach town !Cleanliness:
very clean, neat and tidyunit was clean and tidy, private and had great fencing for our dogsnice and clean and we walked everywheregreat, clean and tidy, everything you need for a fab holidayout door shower to clean yourself off as wellHost:
we were so glad that we could take our fur baby with us for 3 days we were away and she also had a change of scenery very well located lovely walks to shops so greatful to owner for letting our fur...small but it suited us and our dogs wellwas grate to have some where to stay with the hole family including our fur babieshad all the essentials , location was goodRead more reviewsLocation:
only ten minute walk to shops and beach if you don't want to drivethe house had everything we needed for 5 days and the location meant we could easily walk to the beach and shops'the swan's nest' beach house was a very comfortable and convenient place to stay whilst exploring this areagreat little placeit was in the perfect location and had everything we needed
8. Bright and cheerful beach house
A nice comfy beach house located 300m (984 feet) away from one of the most beautiful beaches of Queensland, the Rainbow beach, Lazy Dayz Beach House is a perfect Stayz accommodation. If you wish to rest, relax and recharge yourself for further adventures, then this is the place to be. The best thing about this holiday retreat is its planning. If the weather is bad, the beach house is always ready to provide its guests with the necessary indoor entertainment and fun. You can opt for a long drive in the city, trekking or hiking along the beach or to the nearest national park. You will not be disappointed at Lazy Dayz Beach House holiday retreat.
Lazy Dayz Beach House - Rest, relax and recharge4 Ibis Court
9. Charming house with private pool
Bringing back the 60s beach-shack charm, The Green House is an amazing Stayz accommodation in Rainbow Beach amidst a peaceful bushland setting. It is a newly designed air-conditioned house fitted with modern pieces of equipment and other comforts. The surf beach is a short stroll down from the backyard. This Stayz accommodation is very close to World Heritage listed Fraser Island and Cooloola National Park thus enhancing the pleasure and worth of your stay.
The Green House - Access the beach from your own back yard + poolAccommodates: 10
Minimum Nights: 2
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There was plenty of room for 3 small familiesThe facilities fantastic the kids didnt want to go homeSuch a nice little town as wellTook loads of photos to spread the word to family and friendsThe house is very well equipped with everything you needCleanliness:
so you can take home everything cleanThe attention to detail (don't you love the mosaics) and good quality fittings (beds) are really impressiveIt was well kept clean and large enough to accommodate our families and young grandchildrenThe house was presented very clean with all beds madeHost:
Owners were great with response times to any questions also Good to know they were so proactiveAbsolutely loved the house such a great feeling & stocked with enough games dvds & bikes to keep everyone happyThe kids had fun & loved the poolAll the mod cons and everything to keep the kids entertained So close to the beachWell thought out amenities and inclusionsRead more reviewsLocation:
it loved it loved itTook advantage of the boogie boards bikes and singstarThe Green House is quite a different and interesting place to stayThis house was great - location great easy walk to beachBushland setting and only a short stroll to a beautiful beach
Ready to witness the wonders of Rainbow Beach
Holidays are the best part of the year. It is important to plan every tiny detail so that you can make the most of the happy time. Everyone wishes for a comfortable and peaceful stay, away from all the hassles of noisy cities. One of the best places to fulfil all your wishes is Rainbow Beach in Queensland. All you need is a perfect accommodation, so quickly refer to the above list of top ten Stayz accommodations in Rainbow Beach and enjoy your holiday season.
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