Rainbow Bend Resort

2.5 star property

Photo gallery for Rainbow Bend Resort

A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A table with breakfast items and a view of the beach.
A swimming pool with a hot tub, palm trees, and a building with a staircase.
A beach with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A two-story beachfront house with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy beach.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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57784 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL, 33050
  • Place, Crawl Key
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Dolphin Research Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sombrero Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Efficiency Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ( Hearing Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Marathon

At Rainbow Bend Resort you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Crawl Key and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Curry Hammock State Park. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The fine-dining restaurant, The Hideaway Cafe, is open for dinner. Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to kayaking. Additionally, you'll find a garden. .With a stay at this Marathon hotel, you'll be 15.7 km (9.7 mi) from Sombrero Beach.

What's nearby

  • Crawl Key - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Dolphin Research Center - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Coco Plum Beach - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 17 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Seven Mile Bridge - 21 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Hollywood International Airport (FLL) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler & Ale - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Georgie’s Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hawks Cay Marketplace - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Rainbow Bend Resort

Walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the hotel's beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Rainbow Bend Resort such as an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

There's a restaurant on site.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Marathon hotel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Rainbow Bend Resort offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 22-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Hideaway Cafe

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 132 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Rainbow Bend
Rainbow Bend Marathon
Rainbow Bend Resort
Rainbow Bend Resort Marathon
Rainbow Bend Fishing Hotel Marathon
Rainbow Bend Resort Hotel
Rainbow Bend Resort Marathon
Rainbow Bend Resort Hotel Marathon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rainbow Bend Resort?

Rainbow Bend Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rainbow Bend Resort?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainbow Bend Resort on 16 Aug 2026 start from NZ$274, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Rainbow Bend Resort?

The closest beach to Rainbow Bend Resort is Sombrero Beach (14.8 km).

Does Rainbow Bend Resort have a pool?

Rainbow Bend Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Rainbow Bend Resort?

Rainbow Bend Resort features a private beach, an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rainbow Bend Resort?

No, Rainbow Bend Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rainbow Bend Resort?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Rainbow Bend Resort's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rainbow Bend Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Rainbow Bend Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 1011 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location was great, staff was professional and friendly, parking was good, room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edgard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location and helpful staff. Nice restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A easy relaxed place right on the water, loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay there. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our room was clean and comfortable. The beach and pool were relaxing and the view beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Great views and access to beach. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff is truly amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Apinya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good room and clean..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gorki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well-equipped room; quiet and friendly atmosphere. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was excellent and easy and check in as well. The beachfront property is awesome with chairs and umbrellas. The swimming pool and hot tub were top-notch. I will be staying there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mitch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and unique. My wife and I loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly at check-in and at breakfast! Room was nice and clean. A nice, quaint little resort.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice resort. The Hideaway cafe was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall nice property with an Excellent restaurant breakfast. Lovely helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Location Staff was Friendly Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Staff was friendly and supportive. Great views and pool was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location with updated facilities…the breakfast@the Hide Away Cafe isn’t anything I would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellet place to stay as a midway point between Key West and Key Largo, around 1 hour either way. The staff was awesome, and the hot tub was a great bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t say enough great things about this place! The staff was amazing, the views were gorgeous, the rooms were cute and clean, and it was secluded and peaceful while still being close to restaurants and attractions. Will definitely be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff, great spot
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Brown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and very spacious. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great and the staff was wonderful. The place is beautiful and very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff very secluded and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lizandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026