Carls Unique Inn

Property class: 2
Cole Bay hotel with conference center

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Located just 3.7 mi (6 km) from the airport, Carls Unique Inn offers a shuttle (available on request). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Carl & Sons Bakery, which serves breakfast and lunch. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $115
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a patterned throw blanket, and a green wall with a painting.

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of buildings and greenery.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and two wall-mounted pictures.

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small table.

Standard Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
18 Orange Grove Rd, Cole Bay, 00000

What's nearby

  • Market Garden Supermarket - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Seaside Nature Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hollywood Casino - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Simpson Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) - 17 min drive
  • Grand Case (SFG-L'Esperance) - 29 min drive
  • Gustavia (SBH-Gustaf III) - 18 miles/29 km
  • The Valley (AXA-Clayton J. Lloyd Intl.) - 12.1 miles/19.5 km
  • Saba (SAB-Juancho E. Yrausquin) - 28.4 miles/45.7 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanami Sushi - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee lounge 2.0 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Bar 3Angle formerly XLounge - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Réveil Matin - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Carls Unique Inn

  • Located just 3.7 mi (6 km) from the airport, Carls Unique Inn offers a shuttle (available on request). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Carl & Sons Bakery, which serves breakfast and lunch. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
3:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1996
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Carl & Sons Bakery - This coffee shop serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per room (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 35.00 (subject to availability)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 6883

Property class

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.

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

Does Carls Unique Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Carls Unique Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Carls Unique Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Carls Unique Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Carls Unique Inn?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request. The charge is USD 20.00 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Carls Unique Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 35.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Carls Unique Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Paradise Plaza (12-min walk) and Hollywood Casino (2-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Carls Unique Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Carls Unique Inn also has a garden.

What's the area around Carls Unique Inn like?

Carls Unique Inn is a short 12-minute walk from Paradise Plaza and 17 minutes' walk from Seaside Nature Park.

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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

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fresh, and a great start to the day. (38 reviews)
  • Parking was ample and convenient. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, staff was friendly
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean and well maintained. Good price and bakery next door with free breakfast was great. Only cons are air conditioner could have been better.
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8/10 Very good

Room was cleaned everyday ,the breakfast is better than i expected
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10/10 Exceptional

Was a great stay, friendly staff
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8/10 Very good

Room was spotless, staff was so helpful, and the breakfasts were fantastic and plentiful!
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean and the staff welcoming.
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8/10 Very good

The room was clean, well equipped, and spacious. The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast at the bakery was delicious.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, courteous staff, and the smells from the bakery have us excited about the complimentary breakfast in the morning!
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8/10 Very good

Rooms were very clean. Breakfast was outstanding!!! We had a car rental so the location wasn’t an issue however if you don’t have a car it wouldn’t be as convenient. Would highly recommend if your plan is to travel the island all week like we did. Great stay, clean and delicious breakfasts
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10/10 Exceptional

Spent a week in Sint Maarten with my son. Had comfortable beds, clean towels daily, and the employees were very nice. Down stairs in the bakery they made tasty breakfast sandwiches and fresh pastries. Great place to stay if you are going to be out and about most of the time a d exploring the island.
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8/10 Very good

As written by others, this hotel has very clean rooms, a friendly, helpful staff and a good included breakfast from the baker downstairs. Do take notice that there are two flights of stairs up to the reception. A good, no-thrill choice for a quick overnight close to the airport.
Outside
A patio provides access to all rooms.
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8/10 Very good

Kendrick and Joanne and other staff very kind and helpful....would highly recommend Carl's Unique Inn.
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8/10 Very good

Nice clean room, good for the price.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was great, I enjoyed the thanksgiving menu. very clean room and very nice front desk.
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy to find, it's a bit of a climb up the stairs but nothing too crazy. The receptionist I met was very friendly and helpful to point me to a restaurant nearby. The room was clean and comfortable and I slept well.. all good from my perspective!
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10/10 Exceptional

Carl’s Unique Inn is perfectly located for our business trips to St. Maarten, right in the heart of Cole Bay, where many of our suppliers are based. The staff has always been exceptionally helpful; from management to housekeeping, everyone has gone out of their way to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The hotel offers all the essential amenities, including a great cup of coffee, a convenient in-room refrigerator, and a good TV with satellite channels. Breakfast is included in the already very reasonable room rate and can be ordered from the adjacent bakery. Guests can either take it to go or enjoy it at the bakery’s seating area. While simple, it is a convenient and appreciated addition that provides a good start to the day. For business travelers looking for a comfortable, affordable, and conveniently located place to stay, Carl’s Unique Inn is an excellent choice.
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6/10 Good

Room was great!. Staff was very nice
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8/10 Very good

Good location, close to grocery store on the same street, downstairs bakrey is located when brakefast is served. Free parking. Neighborhood is loud, cars and traffic and morning bakry costumers. Rooms are good, room service was good, nice lady was cleaning the room every day. Good hotel if you travel on the budget.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff. All day breakfast. Close to Simpson Bay and the movies.
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast fresh..room clean.. parking fine. Steps were an issue
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Very helpful. Room was
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is always wonderful and accommodating. Excellent breakfast. Convenient location. Very clean and spacious rooms.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Clean cozy quiet rooms. Wonderful friendly staff! Perfect holiday! Merry Christmas and Happy New Years!✌🏖🌞🎅
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8/10 Very good

I always love staying here it’s central, comfortable, clean and affordable ❤️
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room - very nice staff.