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Carls Unique Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of 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

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Room options

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

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

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Renovated in 2015
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Renovated in 2015
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Studio, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Studio, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
18 Orange Grove Rd, Cole Bay, 00000

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee lounge 2.0 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cup of Joy - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬12 min walk
  • Ginger Sushi
  • ‪The Bar 3Angle formerly XLounge - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Carls Unique Inn

Hotel remodelled in 2019 and located near Great Bay Beach
Located close to Philipsburg Courthouse and Maho Beach, Carls Unique Inn provides free continental breakfast, a corner/local shop and a terrace. Adventurous travellers 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 hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Carls Unique Inn have perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, 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 transport

  • Return 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 centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1996
  • Renovated entire property - January 2019
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 6883

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 ratings 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 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carls Unique Inn on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$206.08, 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.

How much is parking at Carls Unique Inn?

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?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout 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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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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

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

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

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

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

Jahlisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was the best and the host and his family are the best i ever could wish for I recommend the place

10/10 Excellent

Jacquena

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Fredy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy place to stay near where boat was
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice 2 nights stays

Everything was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mykel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price is affordable and comes with great amenities for the price, free breakfast and small grocery store down stairs was a plus, also Chinese restaurant close by.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Franklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Continental breakfast is really good. Room was clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was extremely clean and the rooms were huge with lots of amenities. It is close enough to town to walk to some other locations. The staff was lovely and extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
CoCo was amazing and very helpful. We really appreciate him so much!!!! Thanks again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 3 weeks in January. Lovely quiet, clean place. Respectful, helpful staff. Challenging to walk/bicycle in the neighborhood . . . no sidewalks.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Khaeel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had trouble with the outlet The shower took forever to get hot
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs more explanation about the breakfast because we was there waiting everyone watching wouldn't ask if you need help , so i decide to ask how to go about getting breakfast then the lady ask if you staying in the hotel i said yes . I stand there watch the way she made some sandwiches, I dont know if because we staying in the hotel thats why we got our sandwiches like that I also saw on he face body language that she needed help and i was correct, a gentle came and ask her only you here today , nobody suppose to know that you short staff put that smile on your face even if its a false smile , so the next day we decided to get our breakfasts somewhere else But for the rest the stay was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Shane

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

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025