Yup, fridge is important so you can take your own drinks to the beach. Yellow bird is 4 properties north of legends. Very nice beach and great drink specials. A handful of cocktails for 2 for $400j, from 9am-6pm. You can hang out there very easily when you like. I haven't stayed at Yellowbird but did go a few times in April for drinks. You can use their lounge chairs with purchase also. Make sure you order a dirty banana, yummy!

I think Samsara would have better rooms, a great view, but quieter. No patty vendors, juice man, fruit lady or roaming musicians like you'll find on the beach. Granted you can shuttle there during the day, but it's not the same as just being there. First time, and going solo, I think the beach is the better option...better access for various food & drink options and more people around. Unless you're looking for quiet and relaxation being #1. There's great food and drink places on the cliffs but a solo first timer may take more time to get comfortable exploring off resort there. Much easier to walk the beach, and a lot of people will walk by you when sitting on the beach.