I know both hotels very well. The golf hotel is adult-focused and a bit quiet. Personally, I don't find the hotel all that nice other than being on 2 great golf courses. While only a few miles away, given traffic, it's a good 15 min to the beach hotel. I have loved every stay I've had at the beach hotel, including over Christmas. While busier, it was not chaotic at all. There was plenty of capacity at the pool and beach for guests and the service was top notch. While the rooms are dated and nothing special, we really do enjoy the beach hotel given the facilities, location and view. To me, its not even a decision...