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Visiting Rainbow Beach

Travelers to Rainbow Beach give high marks for the beaches. Tourists can also enjoy all the city has to offer including its rainforests.

• There are 9 hotels and other accommodations in Rainbow Beach
• The closest major airport is in Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) 77.7 from the city center

Sightseeing and Staying in Rainbow Beach

The city's natural setting is picturesque, including the beaches and these places to visit: Phil Rogers Park, Rainbow Beach, and Carlo Sand Blow. In the area, you'll also find Inskip Point and Great Sandy National Park.

As you plan your holiday retreat, you'll find 9 hotels and other lodging options to select from in Rainbow Beach. Here you'll find top ranked ones based on our user reviews:

• Plantation Resort at Rainbow - This 4.5-star apartment features an outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its family-friendly amenities and beach locale.
• Debbie's Place - Our customers like the beach locale and clean, comfortable rooms at this apartment. Amenities at this 4-star apartment include free WiFi and free parking.
• Rainbow Ocean Palms Resort - This 4.5-star apartment features an outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking. Expedia customers like its beach locale and pool.

Dressing for Rainbow Beach

• Between January and March, daytime temperatures average 81°F, while nighttime temperatures stay around 69°F
• From April to June, the average is 78°F during the day and 56°F at night
• July through September sees average temperatures of 75°F during the day and 56°F at night
• In October-December, you can expect 81°F as the daytime average and 63°F as the nighttime average
• About 37.91 inches of rain falls on Rainbow Beach each year
• December and January are usually the hottest months averaging 81°F, while July and August are usually the coldest with an average temperature of 57°F

Rainbow Beach on the Great Sandy Strait in Queensland is one of two access points to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island. Don’t just pass through though; Rainbow Beach is a great tourist destination. The coloured sands that lend their name to the town offer a scenic backdrop to your next beach holiday. The beautiful shores of the Great Sandy Strait are perfect for sailing, fishing, and to spot rare birds and other wildlife. You can hand-feed wild dolphins, go on guided environmental walks, or discover Carlo Sand Blow and Double Island Point Light by four-wheel drive. Mostly, you should relax from the hustle of bustle of city life when you visit Rainbow Beach.

Hotels and accommodation

Several resorts offer excellent Rainbow Beach accommodation right at the shore. One resort features direct beach access and luxury apartments, another has a restaurant, coffee shop, and tennis court on the premises. Rainbow Beach may be small, but you can expect comfort on your holiday. Nearby Tin Can Bay offers two motels and more apartment accommodation if you need further options.

Getting there

Rainbow Beach is located 240 km north of Brisbane. Drive up Motorway 1, then turn into Tin Can Bay Road in Gympie. You can also fly to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB,) 130 km north of Rainbow Beach and travel south on State Route 57 and Cooloola Coast Road. There are several daily public buses from Gympie, which lies on the Greyhound line from Brisbane to Cairns.

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