pathways is not a resort/dive operation, so if you're really intent on having stupidly easy access to dive boats (as in, roll out of bed, go downstairs), this would not be the place to stay. additionally, if you're addicted to air con and western-style accommodations, then pathways is also not the place to stay.
however, i was able to book two days of diving through pathways with beyond the sea. the open boats are small and could probably accommodate up to six divers comfortably, but seeing as it's a small operation, you'll have a very good chance of just diving with the dive guide and boat operator. walking from pathways to the boat is at most a 10-minute stroll, and the pathways owner was perfectly willing to give us a ride.
all that said, i would much prefer pathways to any other place on yap (with the exception of moon rize in the north), but that's primarily because i don't like resort-type places anyway. it's a relaxing place to be, has great porches for reading and in general hanging out, and if you're into sleeping "in the trees," is a very peaceful site. you can easily walk around kolonia, so it was also easy enough to book a kayak trip and manage some light hiking at other hotels/operations.
