First off the staff was very friendly, my room was very clean, putting a deposit is normal at any hotel you stay at. For what the nightly charge is you get exactly what you pay for. There is new hotel/condo going in so there is no ocean view as pictured. I can see the potential of the property, I would suggest cleaning out/up the lobby area especially since there is no food served, it could be much more inviting since first impressions are everything. In the end this is a 3 star hotel and you should not expect anything more.