Hi slimjim
Beach front side has smaller rooms but it's just steps to the bar and beach. The beachside property is narrow, with an empty lot on one side and nirvana on the other side. The garden side is across the road from the beach front rooms, quieter with bigger rooms and where the pool and office is. Security is on both sides. Both sides are well maintained. For some, crossing the road to get to the beach might be an issue. I've stayed on both sides and each has their perks. Beachside definitely books up quicker during prime season.
BTW by 'smaller' I am referring to the actual size, not the varying levels or types of rooms. They have been renovating some of the rooms on the garden side. Not so sure much work has been done on the beachside rooms but maybe someone else might know that.
It's a lovely place to stay. No frills but still have fridges in the rooms. There is a US # on their website to ask them whatever else you might want to know.
Enjoy!!