The pictures on the web are a bit deceiving. It appears that, although outdated, the property is in better condition than it really is. The walk ways made of wood are all splintered and warped. The room, which usually never bothers me because how much time do you spend in there? However, the water for the shower was luke warm, the bed looked and felt like it was from the 80s. I don’t even think you can call it a kitchenette. It is very clean, you cannot deny that, but extremely outdated with uncomfortable bed and lounge chairs. Location…when people say you need a car they are 100% correct. Walking to palm beach is not far, nor a bad walk along the water. It doesn’t seem far at all when you’re walking there. The problem is…where do you get food? Restaurants and grocery stores are not a short walk away. You will either need a taxi or your own car. The water in front of the hotel is not swimmable but being in Aruba, it is still gorgeous. There is a road between the hotel and beach. It doesn’t impact you in the least. It is very easy to cross and it doesn’t impact the view at all. Overall, my true impression of the hotel itself, is that they’re keeping it alive until it sells.