We have been staying at LT for many years now. We usually stay in either a one bedroom or studio as we are only 2 people. We have never been displaced or had a bad experience there. If anything we have always been treated with respect and had great service. The onsite pool is exactly as you see in the website pictures and the gardens are beautiful. If memory serves me correctly I believe that you have access to the beach at LP, although we have never been as we like beaches close by. As you say, the Maho area is wonderful. I would recommend you go to Driftwood (located across from LT and beside LP) as their food, service and staff are great. We think they have the best pizza on the island.
To put your mind at ease, you should call LT before you go and confirm that you will get the suites you have booked, have beach access at LP and share with them your concerns. I am sure this would put your mind at ease.
Sorry for your lose and may his celebration of life be as you anticipate.
Enjoy your family and your SXM visit.

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