The courtyards were cool. It was the outsude of the building, but in an enclosed area. Felt like Sesame Street might have been filmed here. The pool was small and old looking. I wandered into some areas i dont think i belonged, and it was dirty in there. It was kitchen, food storage areas. Not sure that i would eat at the resturant. The curtain in my room didnt block out much light, and there was a lot of light coming in through around the entry door, so if tou need complete dark to sleep, you're not gling to get it here. The mattress and bedding was delightful.