if you've ever stayed at Terranea before as a resort guest, it's the EXACT same experience for a fraction of the cost. check in and check out is done through the resort. you can charge all meals and other on site expenses to your room (and the card you have on file) just like you could as a resort guest. the room is serviced daily by housekeeping. we loved having breakfast out on the patio every morning with fantastic ocean views. it was also very convenient to the pool and main building, much more so than some of the bungalows you can book through the resort. Lastly, Beth was always super responsive (usually within a matter of minutes) and very helpful with every question and request. I can't wait to stay here again.