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Carls Unique Inn

2.0 star property
Cole Bay hotel with conference center

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Nestled close to Great Bay Beach, Carls Unique Inn is a haven for relaxation and adventure. Unwind in the lush garden or explore Philipsburg Courthouse on two wheels with bike rentals. With free continental breakfast, WiFi and helpful staff at your service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • 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 $96
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3

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
(29 reviews)

Highlights

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • 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
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
18 Orange Grove Rd, Cole Bay, 00000

What's nearby

  • Paradise Plaza - 11 min walk - 1.0 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
  • Indigo Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 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

  • ‪The Naked Pirates Rum Bar - ‬13 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

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

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

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

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector 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

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

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, good, and wonderful with a variety of options. (10 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
Breakfast
Service staff
Bakery
Value
Amenities
Location
Breakfast
Grocery store
Elevator

Reviews

8/10 Very good

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.
Paula, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Chrissy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Very convenient.
Jannie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was good
Leroy, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Stay
Millangelo, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A near and beauty place to stay in st Maarten
Cesar, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It's good enough for a quick overnight.
Gordon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room - very nice staff.
Simon, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location. Professional staff.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and friendly personal who made our stay appreciated
Jan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Helpful staff and clean and comfortable room!
Karishma, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good place to stay.ver
Emanuel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quick reliable and breakfast Convenient property.
Anisha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great
Nickolas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I always love staying here it’s central, comfortable, clean and affordable ❤️
Gina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, had everything needed for a business trip.
Mynor, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Definitely budget accommodations. The area is more residential/commercial. My room was big though, and clean.
Kesha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kirk, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was great
Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
John, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

I just spent a night, it was ok but lean and comfortable.
Gem, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Family owned business and family attended, very clean, quaint and a great staff.
Henry, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Inexpensive and nice.
Jamil, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Inside the property clean and near, nice service bt the receptionist, close to the airport. First impression of the site less attractive.
Hillegonda, 1-night trip