The BoardWalk Inn has a central courtyard that has the quiet pool. The Garden Suites are accessed by walking outside, down some steps into the courtyard. There are 12 of these Garden Suites that are accessed from the outside. They look like little English cottages.
The views would be out into the courtyard which is part pool, part BoardWalk Inn rooms on the otherside of the courtyard. These are two story rooms, and are quaint -- good for honeymoon and romantic getaways. There is a patio in as much as you enter from the outside. The balcony only has to do with the architecture of the building. And doesn't hold the allure of a balcony that would look out on the BoardWalk.
IMHO, if you are there for only a few days, go for the Suite. If you are there for a longer time, try staying on the concierge floor for similar money but better views.
PPF