I had a 1 night stay here (during the first 50k promo), and it was good. It is a unique hotel, and my experience was similar to yours. The rooms had been renovated (flooring/furniture/painting/TVs). The bathroom was small in the room (with strange double doors that required getting used too). The entrance doors to the rooms (on the higher floors at least?) are open to the elements. Easy access to the beach (with shower clean up area near the pool), ample parking, and a friendly/knowledgeable staff.
This hotel is certainly not a luxury property, but it is nice to hear the beach/ocean at night from your room with a view....