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Rainbow Bend Resort

2.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
Exterior
Dinner served, pool views
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | View from room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
$161
$144 nightly
$161 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21

Explore the area

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57784 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL, 33050
  • Place, Crawl Key
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dolphin Research Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Curry Hammock State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Efficiency Queen

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Coffee/tea maker

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

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

Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ( Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

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

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

Signature Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | View from room

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 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

Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 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

Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

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

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About the neighborhood

Marathon

With a stay at Rainbow Bend Resort in Marathon, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Sombrero Beach and Keys Cable Park. .This beach hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Crawl Key and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Curry Hammock State Park.

What's nearby

  • Crawl Key - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Dolphin Research Center - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sombrero Beach - 28 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Seven Mile Bridge - 40 min drive - 15.8 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 160 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
  • ‪Georgie’s Coffee - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Rainbow Bend Resort

Beachside hotel with outdoor pool
Rainbow Bend Resort offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 22-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 23 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Hideaway Cafe serving guests of Rainbow Bend Resort.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
The Hideaway Cafe - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required.

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: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Rainbow Bend Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 815 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL Or LISA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yee Chong Fabian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy to check in, even after office hours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toallas manchadas, no tiene playa, desayuno escaso y mal presentado, El costo es muy alto para el servicio tan malo, nunca más volveré.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Paula, hialeah gardens

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No tenía microwawe y las almohadas estaban duras
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hannah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DO NOT STAY HERE! EXTREMELY RUDE! KICKED ME AND MY PARTNER OUT FOR A SERVICE ANIMAL! LAWSUIT INCOMING!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Meredith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful week at Rainbow Bend. Pool was awesome. Good breakfast. Staff was very accommodating. I would love to do it all over again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived tired and couldnt wait to relax. We checked in and had a little trouble finding the room. Walking down the pathway to the room it was full of black mold and smelled like it. I wasnt expecting the Ritz but at 140.00 a night you would think the place would at least be clean. There was a table and chairs on a small platform outside the room that looked like it hadnt been cleaned in a couple of yrs. The floor in the bedroom was dirty and the pillowcases had stains of rust on them. We took a walk to the pool area and around the inside was green mold. At this point we decided this was not a place to spend 2 nights. We went back to the office and told Skyler we wanted our money back and that we took pics of the area and room. She called the manager who ended up being the owners daughter who was very rude and told us she would only refund 1 night and if we wanted another room it would be $239.00. We both laughed and said no thanks, keep it. Sad that we booked this through Expedia. I will be calling them to report our incident. You would be wise to travel a bit further down the road for $22.00 more you can stay in a clean, free breakfast, Fairfield Inn and Suites. Lastly the owners should be ashamed of themselves that they dont know what a little bleach might do. I do have pics but theres no place to upload.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolay

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right on the seafront. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. The rooms are spacious, cozy, and very clean. Breakfasts are good, which is a big plus. During our stay it was seaweed season, and the smell was quite strong, but it wasn’t a major problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner was nice and cold!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deanna

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the other guest. That is it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Judi

Liked: Staff & service
Just a 1 night stopover - worked out well for us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pet-friendly . Pool was clean . Beach was full of trash and pine needles . Room was nice but thin walls you can hear the people nest to you .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Old Florida Charm!

Cute old Florida motel right on the water with it's own private beach. The room was very clean and updated, the grounds are very tropical and well maintained, the staff was super friendly and helpful and the late check in process is very efficient. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Fernando

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
decent for price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gisele, Pembroke Pines

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and well maintained property. Staff is hard to find if you need someone, the restaurant on premises is very good. There is no swimming beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

william

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
people next store to my room 18 wer loud an fighting most of night little sleep no umbrella on outside table at room 18 breakfast was good staff was great wish i had a little better room other than tat nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matilde

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rainbow Bend was a nice gem for us for my birthday weekend! We really lived the scenic area and the tropical feel of the property. We rented a suite and it was very spacious. Although, could have been cleaner. We found dust on the walls & wall AC, and some mold & hair in the bathroom. The staff was nice and the breakfast included was also good. It is an updated place, although still needs keeping up.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area for watching the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

drstephen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed the stay, nothing fancy. but enjoyable. Staff is friendly, location is great, and amenities adequate.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at this older but very nice resort. The staff were extremely kind and welcoming. We plan on returning next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025