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Our top choices for Rainbow Bay Beach hotels

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X Kirra Apartments

X Kirra Apartments

X Kirra Apartments
4.5 star property
2 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (208)
"Wonderful stay! Clean-lovely decor-comfortable-well equipped-great location @ of course beautiful ocean view!"
United States
Michele
The price is NZ$754
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026
X Kirra Apartments
Front of property
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, (838)
"The whole thing was very good, room, management, and staff. Great location. "
Australia
Maureen
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026
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 NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Pink Hotel Coolangatta
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Iconic Kirra Beach Resort

Iconic Kirra Beach Resort

Iconic Kirra Beach Resort
4.0 star property
1.9 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (524)
"Excellent stay as always"
Australia
Janise
The price is NZ$457
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Iconic Kirra Beach Resort
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, (555)
"Good value, larger than average room, comfy bed, good location"
Australia
Wendy
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Tweed Heads Vegas Motel
Front of property
Tweed Ultima Apartments

Tweed Ultima Apartments

Tweed Ultima Apartments
4.5 star property
0.9 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (696)
"Excellent position Very friendly staff"
Australia
GRANT
The price is NZ$473
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Tweed Ultima Apartments
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, (536)
"Great spot clean Rooms friendly Staff "
Australia
Brett
The price is NZ$224
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, (477)
"It was a good clean and location was great, just that the room/toilet was dated..."
Australia
Vernon
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
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, (2235)
"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 NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites
Beach nearby
Blue Pelican Motel

Blue Pelican Motel

Blue Pelican Motel
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (261)
"We only stayed 1night but it was relaxing and quiet thank you."
Australia
Barbara
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Blue Pelican Motel
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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Great staff and clean room"
Australia
Claudia
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Cooks Endeavour Motor Inn
Outdoor pool
Bayswater Motel

Bayswater Motel

Bayswater Motel
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3)
"Very clean and the hosts were great "
Australia
Janet
The price is NZ$394
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Bayswater Motel
Pool
Arabella Motor Inn

Arabella Motor Inn

Arabella Motor Inn
2.0 star property
2.8 km from Rainbow Bay Beach
6.0 out of 10, (11)
"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 NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Arabella Motor Inn
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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Really nice hotel and rooms. We enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Michelle
The price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Rydges Gold Coast Airport
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, (745)
"Was a great stay "
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$174
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 NZ$674
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Halcyon House
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, (119)
"Perfect location, great staff & amenities."
Australia
Riley
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 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 NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
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 NZ$490
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
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, (430)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Wei
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Blue Heron Motel
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Top Rainbow Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Mantra Twin Towns

Mantra Twin Towns

10/10 Excellent
"No beach view from our room Room clean and spacious Location off mantra twin towns is handy to everything "
Garry 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Mantra Twin Towns

Hotels near other Rainbow Bay Beach attractions

Surfers riding waves at Snapper Rocks, Coolangatta on the Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia under clear skies during the early morning light

Snapper Rocks

4.6/5 (423 reviews)
A rocky outcrop with a point break that’s legendary among experienced and professional surfers is also a great spot for relaxing by the seaside.
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Point Danger, the perfect spot for whale watching in winter and if you’re lucky, maybe dolphins as well.
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Point Danger

Where the Tweed River meets the Coral Sea sits an elevated headland that marks the border between the states of Queensland and New South Wales.
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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 214 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 214 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 Kirra Beach, Greenmount Beach and Coolangatta Beach. Walkin' On Water Surf School, Timezone Coolangatta and Cook Island Nature Reserve are some favourites close by Rainbow Bay Beach.