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Carls Unique Inn

Carls Unique Inn
Carls Unique Inn – Cole Bay
Carls Unique Inn – Cole Bay
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Carls Unique Inn

Carl's Unique Inn & Conference Facilities is a 5-minute drive from Kim Sha Beach, and offers views over Simpson Bay Lagoon and the island’s green hills. It features air-conditioned studios with free WiFi. Each bright Carl’s Unique Inn studio offers garden views and a simple kitchenette with a fridge. Studios also include a sofa, cable TV and a bathroom with a shower. A free continental breakfast is provided daily from the property's on-site bakery called Carl & Sons Unique Bakery. You can also find local and international restaurants within a 5-minute drive in Cole Bay town. The hotel’s tour desk can provide information about activities in Sint Maarten, including diving and snorkeling. Philipsburg town center is a 10-minute drive away, while Princess Juliana International Airport is within a 10-minute drive.

Amenities

  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Airport shuttle
  • Smoke-free property
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Excellent 445 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Poor staff . I had to wait more than 4 hours to get checked in because there was no front desk staff Front desk staff making check in easier

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Clean and the staff. I didn’t get the big room I usually get this past time.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    The place is clean friendly and well organized. Great location ?

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Staff Cleaning Room size No breakfast

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    It was very affordable. The rooms were very spacious, clean, and comfortable. Our room had a kitchenette with a sink, microwave, mini refrigerator, and plates & silverware. The central AC worked nice and kept the room cool. The Wi-Fi was fast and easy to connect to. The water pressure was good and got hot quickly. The breakfast exceeded my expectations as they consisted of a customized sub sandwich (turkey, tuna, bacon, egg, tomato, lettuce, etc.), a pastry (plain croissant, chocolate chip croissant, bread pudding, etc.), fruit juice, and coffee all included every day with our stay. The staff even accommodated us when we had to leave early on one of our mornings and they had our breakfast ready as soon as they opened at 6AM. The location was good as it was a short drive to establishments in Simpson bay and the airport. It was even within walking distance of SXM brewery and Lagoonies restaurant. The parking was free and you can park in the front where the deli/bakery is or you can park in the rear lot. The GFCI power outlet in the bathroom did not work. There was no bathroom vent but there was a window. While the location was convenient, it was not within walking distance of a beach and the neighborhood was an industrial park. On the first night we did not have blankets for the beds (only bedsheets) but we got blankets on our second day. There was no pool or hot tub. There was no elevator and all rooms are on the third floor so be aware that you will need to carry all of your luggage up two flights of stairs. Our room had a motion detecting switch that would malfunction and it would turn the main light on and off during the night which was somewhat annoying.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Affordability and experience of local communities Only for one day we run out of water. Otherwise all is good.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    It was clean with a nice courtyard and third floor balcony. The room was basic but had many nice touches. The beds were old and not very comfortable The place is in a fairly rough part of town - many people would find it a bit too much like an African city - despite its shabby feeling it felt safe The hotel portion is on the third floor up fairly long steep stairs.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Breakfast included Guests have to climb 2 sets of flights of steps without any concierge services. We booked the room for 3 persons but there were only 2 sets of towels. Worst of all, one of the housekeeping staff was very rude and dishonest.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Staff was very accommodating and friendly

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Nice guesthouse fir good value excellent breakfast. 15 minutes ride from airport

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Pleasant

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    very clean and exactly as advertised. breakfast was excellent we couldn't get the TV to work and there wasn't anyone to ask

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    The room was colourful and practical with everything we needed. We appreciated the coffee-making facilities. The breakfast in the bakery below was good: tasty, freshly-made hot sandwiches and pastries. There are a lot of steep steps up to reception which are challenging for anyone with an injury or slight disability. The shower jet was partially blocked.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    The room had two separate twin beds

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Everything was great

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Perfect location Surroundings of property

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Very clean, friendly staff. Breakfast was delicious.

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Requires a taxi or rental as it is off the local bus route.

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Great bakery on ground floor. Rooms are on third floor with no elevator. Room was beautiful and as described No elevator No assistance with bags on arrival

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    The phone not working to make a call.

Frequently asked questions about Carls Unique Inn

Does Carls Unique Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Carls Unique Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Carls Unique Inn offer parking?
Yes, Carls Unique Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does Carls Unique Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Carls Unique Inn offers meeting spaces, a conference center, and dedicated conference rooms, making it well-suited for corporate events, team offsites, and group meetings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Carls Unique Inn have a fitness center?
Carls Unique Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Carls Unique Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Carls Unique Inn is located at 18 Orange Grove Rd, Cole Bay, 00000. With a Walk Score of 62, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

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