Vickie - We always stay in the motel section (we've only ever stayed in one room, actually.) We've peeked into the street level cottages, but I'm not even sure where the patio level ones are. I would ask the people who take your reservation where the best view is. That's how we found our wonderful room.
I think you would probably feel safe there. I always have.
Hope you love it as much as we do!
Lis
