Rainbow Bend Resort

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with kayaking in Marathon

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Signature Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront | View from room
Kayaking
Outdoor spa tub
Aerial view
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
57784 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL, 33050
  • Coco Plum Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dolphin Research Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Curry Hammock State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ( Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Bedroom

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Efficiency Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Marathon

On the beach.Your stay at this Marathon hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Coco Plum Beach and Sunset Park Beach. Crawl Key and Curry Hammock State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Coco Plum Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dolphin Research Center - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Crawl Key - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 15 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Fish Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Angler and Ale - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Pizza Pasta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Wreck Galley & Grill - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Rainbow Bend Resort

Beachfront hotel with kayaking in Marathon
Walk outside to smell the salt air and watch the ocean waves from the hotel's beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Rainbow Bend Resort like 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 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

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: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 132 lbs 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.

Property 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
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. 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 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 each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 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

Rainbow Bend Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 580 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 580 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 580 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 580 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 580 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

pierre

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
this place is definitely outdated. It is somewhat clean, but the room that was giving to us had mildew on the ceiling. So they gave us another room that was better but had a hole in the wall stairs leading to the restaurant have been patched up. I would definitely spend $100 more and go at Fairfield or Marriott. In Marathon the room also has no window, so it smelled cramped up.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely wonderful with all the comforts of home! Very, very clean and comfortable with great amenities. We will definitely be back! Thank you for your hospitality and friendliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is on a beautiful property but it’s run down and old looking. The AC in room 20 was so loud I could not sleep. I am not a light sleeper. The AC is also located right above the bed. The room itself has an updated shower andexcept the toilet was old stained and cracked.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guilhermina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, BROOKFIELD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Got bit by bugs so reccomend deet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Maikel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hieaway Cafe on premise is the reason to stay here. It was cute and fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Business traveller
It had free breakfast but it did not open until 8 so we were unable to use it. Wi-Fi code did not work and office was closed so could not get help
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeosmar

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff, better than advertised
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Rainbow Bend for a week in October (Suite 9 🌈❤️). Everything was perfect for our family of 3. Sharing our patio area with iguanas and curly tailed lizards was fun. The premises are beautiful. And the sunrise right from the property was unforgettable. 5 out of 5 stars 🌟
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place. The room is beautiful, spacious and comfortable with a full kitchen. French doors leading to a wonderful patio just off a huge heated pool and jacuzzi i fully enjoyed. There is a cafe on site that serves a complimentary breakfast. It’s right on the water, the breeze is a delight. So happy I stayed here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Our room was on the road and it was very noisy Hard to have a conversation on the patio Breakfast was good but only offered 8-10 Dinner offered Thursday-Monday No lunch, snacks or bar on the property Says on the ocean which is true but there is no beach Staff at front desk where very nice room was clean
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bernadette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that it is located in a quit area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quite lovely and the staff was awesome. Definitely coming back. The beach was so close.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Out of all of the properties we have visited, this has a beautiful location and I love that it was dog friendly. If I could suggest some things, I would suggest the property condos are spruced up a bit by paint and upgrading the furniture which would turn it into a 5 star for me. Also, the dining area was great and the service was phenomenal, however, coffee cups were tiny and the food was not good. If I were to suggest just putting in a continental breakfast with a waffle maker, that would be better because after trying it the first day, we didn't even want the free breakfast. Or, you could upgrade the food to a better quality and even charge, but the free breakfast was not even hotel free breakfast quality. The pool and hot tub were beautiful and well kept as well as the grounds and they offer glass bottom kayaks and bikes. Great amenities for the area. The blankets needed upgrading as well, so upgrade the lotion, soaps, furniture, blankets and pillows and paint the walls and base boards and use a great odobon cleaner or something because dogs pee in the units obviously and you have a 5 star property. The staff was also top notch I just know that I have puppies and we will be coming back to the keys and this could be so much more with those small upgrades. Thank you for a wonderful time to everyone who works there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

yadira

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Memphis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are simple, they had a nice restaurant for breakfast, delicious French toast and nice staff. Wanted to try it for dinner but it did t work out. Lovely view. I would go again… main drawback is no access for a boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

SHELLY, PROVIDENCE VILLAGE

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Theresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property looks nothing like the pictures. There are many other places to stay with better pricing and offerings. I would not recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024