Title: Hotels in Rainbow - Best Rainbow Hotels from £21 - Fully Refundable Options - Expedia.co.uk [Holiday Rentals in Rainbow](https://expedia.co.uk/Rainbow-Holiday-Rentals.d692482325996331008.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Rainbow Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rainbow.d692482325996331008.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rainbow Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rainbow.d692482325996331008.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find hotels in Rainbow from £21 - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [27 Nov - 28 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=692482325996331008&startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [28 Nov - 29 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=692482325996331008&startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [28 Nov - 30 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=692482325996331008&startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [5 Dec - 7 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=692482325996331008&startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top 10 Rainbow hotels and places to stay ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519241/e57f6648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519241/2d02be55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519241/683d35c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519241/32549a8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine Lodge St. Arnaud 9.0/10 Wonderful (471) "Wonderful stay and beautiful area to explore especially the lakes and rivers. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Barry £137 includes taxes & fees 27 Nov - 28 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Alpine-Lodge.h519241.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11®ionId=692482325996331008&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2025/11/05/BEX-BF-25_FR-DE-MX-UK_1_Desktop.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## Black Friday Sale Save up to 40% on select hotels. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Alpine-Lodge.h519241.Hotel-Information) ![Bellbird Bach on Lake Road](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991800/37991726/423ce89c_y.jpg) ### Bellbird Bach on Lake Road 10/10 Excellent "What an absolute beautiful spot. Our host was so welcoming and gave clear instructions. The property is so well set up and has clear instructions throughout. The heating systems were great. Close to everything all while feeling private. This property is now in our top 3. Clean, well presented and great location. Thanks again " [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Bellbird-Bach-On-Lake-Road.h37991726.Hotel-Information) ![Holiday Home in Nelson Lakes- a peaceful bushy retreat in St Arnaud. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109610000/109600700/109600625/c172c351_y.jpg) ### Holiday Home in Nelson Lakes- a peaceful bushy retreat in St Arnaud. 10/10 Excellent "Amazing place!!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Holiday-Home-In-Nelson-Lakes-A-Peaceful-Bushy-Retreat-In-St-Arnaud.h109600625.Hotel-Information) ![Lake Station House-Cosy Farm House nestled into Lake Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114130000/114128400/114128387/78182534_y.jpg) ### Lake Station House-Cosy Farm House nestled into Lake Station 10/10 Excellent "We had a lovely stay at Lake Station. The cottage was cosy, clean, and had everything we (5 adults and 1 labradoodle) needed and more. We enjoyed the wood burner when it was chilly, and bean chairs on the deck when it was sunny. The dog loved bounding around the lawns. Check in was straight-forward, and instructions and communication were clear. Just a short drive to Lake Rotoiti, so convenient for exploring the park. We would happily go back again." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Howard-Hotels-Lake-Station-House-Cosy-Farm-House-Nestled-Into-Lake-Station.h114128387.Hotel-Information) ![Sunny, Private Cottage in St Arnaud](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33662400/33662399/3ac4ce7d_y.jpg) ### Sunny, Private Cottage in St Arnaud 10/10 Excellent "Very relaxing " [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Sunny.h33662399.Hotel-Information) ![Rimu lodge, a cosy cottage in St Arnaud, Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes NP.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96970000/96969700/96969662/6f7433e8_y.jpg) ### Rimu lodge, a cosy cottage in St Arnaud, Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes NP. 10/10 Excellent "Cute little batch. Cozy but well equipped. Beds were comfortable. Great location. Easy walk to lake and river. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Rimu-Lodge.h96969662.Hotel-Information) ## More cheap stays in Rainbow ![Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/cb803c5d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit) ### Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers 1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd Wellington £33 29 Nov - 30 Nov includes taxes & fees 7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Hotel-Waterloo-Backpackers.h4977579.Hotel-Information) ![The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3140000/3134300/3134237/923f793c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit) ### The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers 28 Cambridge Terrace Wellington £39 15 Dec - 16 Dec includes taxes & fees 7.8/10 Good! (892 reviews) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-The-Cambridge-Hotel.h3134237.Hotel-Information) ![Aura Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19420000/19416000/19415963/555e5109_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit) ### Aura Hotel 95 Manners Street Wellington £21 27 Nov - 28 Nov includes taxes & fees 5/10 (394 reviews) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Aura-Hotel.h19415963.Hotel-Information) ![The Boathouse Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/6c9a20ac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit) ### The Boathouse Lodge 9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough £36 10 Dec - 11 Dec includes taxes & fees 8.4/10 Very Good! (87 reviews) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-The-Boathouse-Lodge.h111105698.Hotel-Information) ![Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627090/93fbed12_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit) ### Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers 3a Nelson Square Picton £30 25 Dec - 26 Dec includes taxes & fees 8.2/10 Very Good! (352 reviews) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Sequoia-Lodge-Backpackers.h9627090.Hotel-Information) ![Park Hotel Lambton Quay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92970000/92965700/92965673/178981be_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit) ### Park Hotel Lambton Quay 101 The Terrace Wellington Wellington £45 14 Dec - 15 Dec includes taxes & fees 8.2/10 Very Good! (259 reviews) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Park-Apartment-Hotel.h92965673.Hotel-Information) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the best place to stay in Rainbow? > [Alpine Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Alpine-Lodge.h519241.Hotel-Information), located 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from the heart of Rainbow, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. [Lake Station House-Cosy Farm House nestled into Lake Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Howard-Hotels-Lake-Station-House-Cosy-Farm-House-Nestled-Into-Lake-Station.h114128387.Hotel-Information) is another good option for your stay in the area. See all available [top hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=692482325996331008), or [vacation rentals in Rainbow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rainbow-Holiday-Rentals.d692482325996331008.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals). ### What are some of the best holiday rentals that Rainbow has to offer? > [Holiday Home in Nelson Lakes- a peaceful bushy retreat in St Arnaud.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Holiday-Home-In-Nelson-Lakes-A-Peaceful-Bushy-Retreat-In-St-Arnaud.h109600625.Hotel-Information): This holiday home rental outside Rainbow is located in the mountains, and has a fireplace, a balcony and laundry facilities to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a selection of games. See all [vacation rentals in Rainbow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rainbow-Holiday-Rentals.d692482325996331008.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals). ### If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rainbow, will I receive a refund? > Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by [fully refundable](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=692482325996331008&paymentType=FREE_CANCELLATION) to find flexible hotel deals in Rainbow. ### What's it like to stay in Rainbow? > Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Rainbow has to offer. There are 24 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about [Rainbow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rainbow.dx692482325996331008). ### What is there to see in Rainbow? > Natural beauty is on display at [Nelson Lakes National Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Lakes-National-Park-Tasman-Region.d6127158.Attraction), [Awatere Valley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Awatere-Valley-Marlborough.d6348418.Attraction) and [Wairau River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wairau-River-Marlborough.d6112866.Attraction). You'll also find [Lake Rotoiti](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Rotoiti-Tasman-Region.d6221975.Attraction) and [Classic Boat Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Classic-Boat-Museum-St-Arnaud.d890195212845416448.Attraction) in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's [Rainbow guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rainbow.dx692482325996331008). ### What's the seasonal weather like in Rainbow? > The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 9°C. 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