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Carls Unique Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Great Bay Beach in Cole Bay

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Microwave
Lobby sitting area
Television
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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18 Orange Grove Rd, Cole Bay, 00000
  • Place, Flamingo Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hollywood Casino
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Simpson Bay Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cole Bay

Close to airport.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Great Bay Beach and Maho Beach. Philipsburg Courthouse and American University of the Caribbean are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Paradise Plaza - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Hollywood Casino - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Simpson Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Indigo Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Naked Pirates Rum Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coffee lounge 2.0 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cup of Joy - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Panda Sushi - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Carls Unique Inn

Hotel near Great Bay Beach in Cole Bay
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Carls Unique Inn. Self parking is free.

This Cole Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1996
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Carls Unique Inn offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cole Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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The price is $98
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
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 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20.00 per room (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 6883

National rating

This property does not have a Sint Maarten Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Carls Unique
Carls Unique Cole Bay
Carls Unique Inn
Carls Unique Inn Cole Bay
Carls Unique Inn Hotel
Carls Unique Inn Cole Bay
Carls Unique Inn Hotel Cole Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Carls Unique Inn to the airport?

Carls Unique Inn is 3.7 mi (17-min drive) away from the Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carls Unique Inn?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carls Unique Inn on May 8, 2026 start from $138, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Carls Unique Inn have an airport shuttle?

Carls Unique Inn offers an airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of USD 20.00. per room, one-way.

How close is Carls Unique Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 3.9 mi (8-min drive) from Great Bay Beach and 3.9 mi (14-min drive) from Maho Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Carls Unique Inn offer free breakfast?

Carls Unique Inn offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Carls Unique Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Paradise Plaza (12-min walk) and Hollywood Casino (2-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Carls Unique Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Carls Unique Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Carls Unique Inn have a pool?

Carls Unique Inn does not have a pool.

Does Carls Unique Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Carls Unique Inn to downtown Cole Bay?

Carls Unique Inn is 0.5 mi away from Cole Bay.

Carls Unique Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 423 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, courteous staff, and the smells from the bakery have us excited about the complimentary breakfast in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast sandwich should really say sub and pastry drink at the bakery downstairs. Staff was very friendly, and the place was very clean. The location isn’t great though and there’s two flights of stairs to get up. Unfortunately, on our last day, we discovered there was a nice bar an a five minute walkaround the corner on the water. It would be nice for the staff to know some places to recommend like that. One problem was then I could not turn off the fan and there was only sheets on the bed no blankets. To be fair, we didn’t ask if we could get any. Would’ve been nice as a choice in a cupboard somewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a flight cancellation and was grateful to find this very reasonably priced room in Sint Maarten. Since I arrived early, I was allowed to sit in the courtyard until my room was ready, which I really appreciated.The room fixtures and furnishings were a bit old, but very clean. I had problems with the tv and fell coming up the stairs to the upper courtyard. There is a sign warning people to use the handrail, which admittedly I was not doing as I was carrying the free breakfast (very good, btw). This is not a place to come if you have mobility issues as all rooms are on the upper floor and only accessible by stairs. Also the area, though safe, is kind of on the outskirts and walking is difficult due to a lack of sidewalks in some parts. I was able to walk to a restaurant in less than 10 minutes, which was very convenient. Overall, I would recommend the place if you need an inexpensive, safe and clean place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Chong Han Sung

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice clean room, good for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff was so helpful, and the breakfasts were fantastic and plentiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Petronella

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Need to have staff on site earlier than 8am as some people check out early and no one is there. Needs elevator to help disabled persons. Steps are very steep and there are too many to climb.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

DEBBY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is like an old house, the
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Sabrina

Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was very friendly and helpful during my stay. The room however had bugs all over, it was extremely unpleasant… i wanted to change rooms but it was already night. The shampoo bottles were used, and there was only one sheet in the bed so I had to put up the temperature in order not to get sick.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Ranjan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kyette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquena

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genoya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay there. I would definitely do it again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tramaine

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tavalei

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laszlo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean cozy quiet rooms. Wonderful friendly staff! Perfect holiday! Merry Christmas and Happy New Years!✌🏖🌞🎅
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine, ANGUILLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. All day breakfast. Close to Simpson Bay and the movies.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great, I enjoyed the thanksgiving menu. very clean room and very nice front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moranda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Franklin, willemstad

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was great!. Staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tashanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was good. However, there were pigeons living on the outside of the window ledge, so the sound they make was very loud and irritating. The wifi literally kept cutting out every few minutes sometimes seconds. We got complimentary breakfast which was also good, although I don't feel the choice of bread we get should be different to the choice of bread a paying customer gets because after all we are not begging it was inclusive in hotel booking. With better internet services I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025