We are probably not the "typical crowd" for a resort like this, we splurged on a few days here as part of a honeymoon trip this summer. We chose this place specifically for the mini private pools on the balconies at each Casita - while they are beautiful in the photos, ours (casita 12) was kind of gross in person, which was disappointing. I think it's a landscaping issue - there are beautiful Ficus trees that grow over the pools but the Ficus are being eaten by these massive beetles that jump into the pool, so while you're trying to relax you just end up getting divebombed by bugs the size of your thumb. When you consider that all additional amenities cost extra (dining, experiences, spa/massage, even the wine in the minibar), it really makes it less worth the nightly price if you can't enjoy the patio around the casita, either. The beach at the property isn't recreational, so you have to drive (I recommend Jobos or Pozo Teodoro). I will say, the staff were EXCEPTIONALLY kind - the bellhops were so friendly, the woman in the front office was so nice, etc, so the service and everything else we experienced was excellent. It is a beautiful property other than the bugs and in a great location.