Plantation Resort At Rainbow, Rainbow Beach - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

1 Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach, Australia, 4581

Plantation Resort At Rainbow is a luxury appointed resort located in the heart of Rainbow Beach, Australia. It features stunning ocean views and provides a perfect base for exploring the nearby World Heritage listed Fraser Island. The resort is known for its modern self-contained apartments and excellent amenities, including a heated outdoor pool and spa. Its proximity to natural attractions like the Great Sandy National Park enhances its appeal as a getaway for those seeking relaxation and adventure.

Location

Situated adjacent to the Great Sandy National Park and within a short trip to Fraser Island, the resort is an ideal base for exploring beautiful landscapes. Local attractions, including the patrolled Rainbow Beach and Carlo Sand Blow, are within easy reach, and various transportation options make it accessible for travelers. Shops, restaurants, and surf clubs are only a short walk across the road.

Rooms

The resort offers one, two, and three-bedroom self-contained apartments, including top floor ocean view penthouses with private rooftop terraces. Each apartment features full kitchen, laundry facilities, free WIFI, and comfortable lounge/dining areas. Ocean and hinterland views are available, with sliding glass doors that open to private balconies or sundecks.

Eat & Drink

While the resort does not mention specific onsite restaurants, guests can immerse themselves in the best food the area has to offer at nearby cafés and restaurants. There are options for dining vouchers available for local eateries, enhancing the culinary experience for guests during their stay.

Leisure & Business

The resort provides numerous leisure activities, including a heated swimming pool and outdoor spa. Guests can engage in adventure sports like horse riding, sky diving, and ocean kayaking with dolphins. Additionally, on-site tour assistance helps guests explore local attractions, such as the famous colored sands and the local rainforest.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

One-Bedroom Terrace Apartment

Max:

2 persons

95 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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One-Bedroom North-Facing Apartment

Max:

2 persons

95 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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One-Bedroom Apartment Ground Floor

Max:

2 persons

95 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Rainbow Beach200 m

Airports

Hervey Bay (HVB) 130.9 km

Sunshine Coast (MCY) 149.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Easy Parking!

“The undercover parking for our 4WD was a fantastic feature, ensuring our vehicle was protected and accessible at all times.” view full review

Fantastic Outdoor Grill

“The spacious apartments came with an excellent built-in barbecue, which made our outdoor meals incredibly enjoyable.” view full review

Air Conditioning Bliss

“The air conditioning in our apartment worked perfectly, keeping us cool and comfortable during the hot days.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“The living area was very spacious, providing a relaxing atmosphere where we could unwind and enjoy our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Snorkelling
Hiking
Horseback riding
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Laundry

Dining

Outdoor dining area

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Saltwater pool
Heated swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Dining table

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

1 Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach, Australia, 4581

Map view

1 Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach, Australia, 4581

City landmarks

104 Cooloola Dr

Carlo Sand Blow

2.2 km

Marina

Carlo Point Marina

1.2 km

Stadium

Rainbow Beach Sports Recreation and Memorial Club

930 m

Great Sandy National Park

Cooloola Recreation Area

990 m

7/48 Rainbow Beach Rd

Skydive Fraser Island

1.1 km

Rainbow Beach- Inskip Point road

Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area

2.2 km

Rainbow Beach Road

Searys Creek

2.1 km

Cooloola Wilderness Trail

1.7 km

Nearby

Rainbow Beach QLD 4581

Lawrie Hanson Park

320 m

Restaurants

Rainbow Beach Surf Life Saving Supporter's Club Restaurant

430 m

Wide Bay Esp

Brent's Burgers

430 m

8 Rainbow Beach Rd

The Deck @ Sea Salt

380 m

2 Rainbow Beach Rd

Sea Salt at Rainbow

380 m

4 Rainbow Beach Rd

Rainbow Beach Sports Club

930 m

7 Kurana St

Banana Bean Cafe Rainbow Beach

770 m

36 Rainbow Beach Rd Shell Plaza

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

84%

liked the resort and would come back again

Stunning ocean views

Spacious rooftop terrace

Cleaning issues

Inconsistent housekeeper

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.5

Service

5.8

Dining

7.5

Stella

United Kingdom, January 2025

8.6/10

I recently stayed at Plantation Resort for 5 nights, and it was an incredible experience. The location is unbeatable, just across the road from the beach, with stunning views. The rooftop apartment we stayed in was spacious and well-equipped, making our stay very comfortable. While the cleaning could have been better, the overall ambiance and amenities were fantastic. I felt like I was in a luxurious escape, and I would definitely come back for another stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooftop apartment was spacious and well laid out, with breathtaking views from both the terrace and the balcony.

Service

6.0

The reception staff were polite and helpful, but the cleaning service did not meet expectations.

Location

10.0

Plantation Resort is ideally located at Rainbow Beach, within walking distance to shops and excellent dining options.

Dining

Facilities

9.0

The resort features beautiful tropical grounds, a lovely pool, and private rooftop terraces that add to the luxurious feel.

Stunning ocean views

Cleaning issues

Owen

United Kingdom, January 2025

9.2/10

The apartment was absolutely stunning, with breathtaking views, spacious rooms, and fantastic amenities. I loved the rooftop terrace and the overall comfort provided. However, the bathroom lighting was a bit dim, and the sound carried from the balconies was slightly intrusive. Overall, a great place that I would definitely consider returning to.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were immaculate, spacious, and had a great ocean view from the large balcony. The penthouse had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, including a fully equipped kitchen.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly, although there was a slight hiccup at check-in regarding assumption of amenities. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, just a short walk from shops, restaurants, and right across from the beach. It made exploring very convenient.

Dining

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, with a beautiful pool area, a rooftop terrace, and secure parking available. Everything was well-kept and added to the enjoyable experience.

Michael

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.6/10

Our stay at the resort was quite an experience. While we loved the spacious rooms and breathtaking views, the cleanliness standards fell short, which definitely impacted our overall enjoyment. The location is spot-on, being close to the beach and local amenities, but the service could use improvement given some initial issues. Overall, it has great potential but needs better management and maintenance.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable, perfect for our group of four. However, they definitely needed a bit of a freshen up.

Service

6.0

The service was a mixed bag. While some staff were friendly and helpful, there were also moments of arrogance regarding pool rules and cleanliness complaints.

Location

9.0

The resort is in a fantastic location, just a minute's walk from the beautiful beach and close to shops and cafes.

Dining

8.0

Dining options in town were great, especially at the Café Jilarty across the road, which served the best coffee around.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities like the pool area were well-maintained, providing a good recreational spot for families.

Great location

Cleanliness issues

Grayson

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.6/10

Our stay was quite mixed. While the location was convenient and the size of the apartment was impressive for our family, we encountered some cleanliness issues that were disappointing. The service left much to be desired, especially when we faced problems during our check-in. Overall, it had potential but unfortunately failed to deliver a pleasant experience.

Rooms

5.0

The apartment was spacious with a full kitchen, but it wasn't very clean upon arrival. We found leftover food in the fridge and dirty cutlery, which was off-putting.

Service

5.0

The front desk staff was not attentive and seemed indifferent to our concerns. We felt like our complaints were met with contempt rather than support.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent for beach access and close to local amenities, making it very convenient for families.

Dining

7.0

We didn't have a dining experience at the hotel, as the facilities were not quite appealing, but nearby cafés offered good options.

Facilities

5.0

While the facilities, like the pool, seemed like they could be enjoyable, we did not utilize them due to poor cleanliness and maintenance standards.