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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
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Microwave
Banquet hall

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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18 Orange Grove Rd, Cole Bay, 00000
  • Place, Maho Beach
  • Place, Flamingo Beach
    ‪25 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Bay Beach
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 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
  • 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).

Getting around

  • Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fai Wong Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffee lounge 2.0 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cup of Joy - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬12 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. A complete renovation of Carls Unique Inn was completed in January 2019.

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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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

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 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 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 3.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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 3.8 mi (7-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. 168 out of 348 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 348 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 348 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 348 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 348 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Laurence Harbor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kesha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Definitely budget accommodations. The area is more residential/commercial. My room was big though, and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hillegonda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Inside the property clean and near, nice service bt the receptionist, close to the airport. First impression of the site less attractive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Millangelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Stay
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENISE

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A near and beauty place to stay in st Maarten
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Laurence Harbor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within a 15 minute walk, you have access to plenty of dining options, casino(s), and shopping. Ample parking. Located between Phillipsburg and the airport. You get a voucher to choose a few items from the bakery for breakfast every morning.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. Joann was very helpful as was the rest of the staff. The breakfast provided at the bakery was wonderful with custom made breakfast sandwiches and fresh pastry. The housekeeping staff was very thorough and friendly.. I just wish the hotel were in a better area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

One Day Only

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Keiondre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean room - very nice staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gylles

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

PABLO

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un poco lejos del centro y del bus
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

bobby

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carl’s Unique Inn is a perfect alternative to hectic Philipsburg, quiet, convenient access to nearby wharf and dining options of Cole Bay, and also the airport. Staff is friendly and the property is attractive. Added bonus is the hotel’s on-premises island-renowned bakery, providing the visitor fantastic, fresh meat pies and sandwiches. I highly recommend Carl’s Unique Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berislav, Calgary

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want a quit wonderful friendly place to stay, this is it! The staff are extremely helpful, friendly, supportive and willing to help you with any issues or concerns you might have. They went out of their way to help me out with anything I needed. Very Nice location and handmade breakfast food and drinks. I would definitely recommend it! Thanks so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hugues

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pas pour les personnes qui n'aiment pas les escaliers. 2 étages d'escaliers sans ascenseur
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This stay was about what I expected. Those who want fancy, this is not your hotel. It was clean. Immediate area is basically an industrial street. We didn't feel unsafe but far from charming. It was less than ten minutes to walk to the Cole Bay Marina area where we found an excellent restaurant. Lagoonies Bistro and Bar had good food with a trendy vibe. Friendly service there. For the price, Carl's was great value for a clean place to rest your head for a night. Light breakfast was included in the price. Lots of stairs for those with mobility issues and luggage. There was no wine cork available even after asking. So we couldn't enjoy our bottle of wine in the evening there since it had a cork. No hair blower in the room but asked and one was brought to us. These are basic hotel items we expect. Bed was noisy and soft. The mattress seemed to cave in the middle. Pillows were fairly flat. I bring my own, so not an issue for me. Linens fresh and clean. Lots of shampoo and conditioner provided. Towels were nice. The water kept changing temperatures during my shower...hot then cold then hot, etc. The staff were nice but I didn't feel like they were overly friendly or cared much about us being there. . Again, for the price, the stay was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025