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Rainbow Bend Resort

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Rainbow Bend Resort sits on the ocean with a private beach and outdoor pool. Guests can relax in the garden, soak in the spa tub, or lounge on sun beds. The resort offers kayaking for active visitors. Previous guests love the breakfast options and beachfront location.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 15 of 15 rooms

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Efficiency Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Coffee/tea maker

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ( Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ( Hearing Accessible)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

22-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

22-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

22-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Signature Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | View from room

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
57784 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL, 33050

What's nearby

  • Dolphin Research Center - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Little Conch Key - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Coco Plum Beach - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Sombrero Beach - 19 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Island Fish Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Angler and Ale - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Rainbow Bend Resort

Hotel by the ocean
Consider a stay at Rainbow Bend Resort and take advantage of a garden, a hot tub, and a restaurant. With amenities like a private beach and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 22-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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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 elevator
  • 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: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 132 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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

Does Rainbow Bend Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Rainbow Bend Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 132 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Rainbow Bend Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rainbow Bend Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Rainbow Bend Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Marathon hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Coco Plum Beach and Sunset Park Beach. Crawl Key and Curry Hammock State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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