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Rainbow Bend Resort

Property class: 2.5

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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 two-story beachfront house with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy 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.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is $149
$133 nightly
$149 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

View all photos for Efficiency Queen

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a white lamp with a scalloped design, and a wooden headboard.

Efficiency Queen

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

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

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, a wooden headboard, and a framed picture above the bed. There are two bedside tables with lamps.

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

View all photos for Room, 1 Bedroom

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 Bedroom

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, a wooden headboard, and a framed picture above the bed. There are two bedside tables with lamps.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a gas stove, and a sink.

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ( Hearing Accessible)

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

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

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a cabinet.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

A living room with a gray sofa, a patterned rug, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

View all photos for Signature Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a cabinet.

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A pathway leading to a beach with pink buildings and palm trees.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a white lamp with a scalloped design, and a wooden headboard.

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

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

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a white lamp with a scalloped design, and a wooden headboard.

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, and a painting on the wall.

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Dolphin Research Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Coco Plum Beach - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Sombrero Beach - 17 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Seven Mile Bridge - 21 min drive - 16.5 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
  • ‪Angler & Ale - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Rainbow Bend Resort

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. Open daily.

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: midnight
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
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 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. 540 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 76 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaliram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all staff were very helpful and room was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was only here one day with the fam, but we had a great stay. The hideaway cafe is a real gem too, and we didn’t know the you get discount at the restaurant if you stay here, plus the free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was fantastic Freda the chef made a magnificent dinner of hogfish/shrimp/scallops so yummy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing facility. Amazing staff. This whole place is amazing. We will be back. Heaven is super wonderful person.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Angela

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

Quinton

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

Austin

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

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