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Carls Unique Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers can cycle through town exploring local sights or simply relax with coffee in the garden at this inn near Great Bay Beach

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Carls Unique Inn, steps from Great Bay Beach, offers relaxation and exploration. Enjoy the peaceful garden or borrow bikes to visit Philipsburg Courthouse. The inn provides continental breakfast, WiFi, and a staff ready to enhance your stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is SAR 420
SAR 520 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2015
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2015
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Cole Bay, Carls Unique Inn is in the business district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Bay Beach and Maho Beach. American University of the Caribbean and Grand Case Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Cole Bay travel guide
Map
18 Orange Grove Rd, Cole Bay, 00000

What's nearby

  • Hollywood Casino showing interior views and a casino
    Hollywood Casino
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Paradise Plaza
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Flamingo Beach
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Simpson Bay Beach
    2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Indigo Beach
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

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
  • Ginger Sushi
    13 min walk
  • Réveil Matin
    16 min walk
  • Huppel The Pub
    18 min walk

About this property

Carls Unique Inn

Hotel near Great Bay Beach
Located close to Maho Beach and Philipsburg Courthouse, Carls Unique Inn provides free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Carls Unique Inn boast perks such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Carl & Sons Bakery

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1996
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20.00 per room (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Property Registration Number 6883

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Is Carls Unique Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 9 Rabiʻ I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carls Unique Inn on 16 Rabiʻ I 2026 start from SAR 420, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carls Unique Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Carls Unique Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 35.00 (subject to availability).

Does Carls Unique Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 20.00 per room applies.

Where is Carls Unique Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Great Bay Beach, Maho Beach, and Philipsburg Courthouse. American University of the Caribbean and Grand Case Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Carls Unique Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

5.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 392 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carole

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacquena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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

Chong Han Sung

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

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

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Laszlo

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

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always wonderful and accommodating. Excellent breakfast. Convenient location. Very clean and spacious rooms.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025

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

8/10 Good

Holly

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

6/10 Okay

Tashanna

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and friendly personal who made our stay appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Karishma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and clean and comfortable room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Anisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick reliable and breakfast Convenient property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always love staying here it’s central, comfortable, clean and affordable ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family owned business and family attended, very clean, quaint and a great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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

6/10 Okay

Gem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I just spent a night, it was ok but lean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were comfortable and clean. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

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

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Inexpensive but a lovely resort.

An unusual property set among retail and factory buildings, but a quiet area especially at night with enthusiastic staff. A short 10 minutes' walk away from the main road between Simpson Bay and Philipsburg. Excellent breakfast given included in the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025