Hmmm tough resort to rate... All the good reviews and bad reviews are right .. Location 5 stars Beach Access 5 stars Cabana Bar 4 stars bartenders know how have fun, they do close early though .. Rooms 3 stars (We had a gulf view) you can tell they have upgraded the kitchen and bathrooms, everything else dated and a little run down Hallways, Stairs, elevators 1 star kind of nasty and very loud at all hours.. (Especially stairwells-scary). Kind of place if you're young or on a budget you can over look a lot. If you are accustomed to above average accommodations you should avoid. Reminds me of the Flamingo in Vegas. Business photos are highly misleading.... Good Luck read more

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It's a given that this resort is old and does not have the modern flare like the other high end resorts..however...if your on a budget, wanting to be directly on the beach with the other fancy resorts, family and pet friendly, close to restaurants, plenty of beach activities, rentals, and an open mind, the Alden beach resort is the place to be. The property is well maintained and clean. There are volleyball, tennis, shuffle board, and corn hole courts free for use. Two medium size pools with hot tubs. BBQ areas for those who wants to grill. Plenty of secured indoor parking avoiding the hot sun (your car will thank you for that). Good WiFi connectivity. And of course, the amazing beach in their backyard along with a beach bar serving any drinks you want. If you choose this place, it is a must to reserve a beach view room. Nothing else will justify. My room came with 2 queen beds and a couch with a pull out couch along with a small kitchenette (full-size fridge, stove, dish washer, and kitchen ware). Pretty good size dining room table for eating in. But the biggest disappointment is the bathroom. Alden resort needs to remodel the bathroom. The ware and tare throughout the years are showing bad. Handicap accessible bathroom does not mean just adding a bar and in the wrong place. The staff are respectful, courteous, and provides great service. Overall, my family stay was great and this will always be an option for get away/staycation. read more

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The most important thing about this hotel is make sure you get an updated room otherwise your experience is going to be WAY different!!! My grandparents and my aunt both got a room on the first floor and it was awful! Incredibly outdated. If you see one of the updated rooms and end up with an old room you are going to be pissed!! Thankfully, my fiancé and I had an updated room and it was very nice :) The room was huge and there was a separate room for the kitchen/living room which was awesome! They had the necessary kitchen equipment as well as a refrigerator and microwave. This was perfect for us because we ended up eating a lot of leftovers! We definitely saved money through reheating our food. The service was very friendly! The beach was pretty good but note you have to rent the cabanas and beach chairs, they do not come with your hotel stay. Overall, we had a pleasant experience at the Alden. We also had friends staying at some of the more pricey hotels and we noticed minimal differences. So the Alden is definitely the best bang for your buck! read more

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I was very impressed with this hotel that's right by the beach. The rooms are huge with a bedroom and then a living room and kitchenette area. It's a great price for the location and the amenities. The bed was very comfortable and I was able to look out over the water. Definitely recommend this hotel if you want to be right by Saint Pete Beach and within walking distance to anything along a Gulf Blvd. read more

Love love love staying here. Highly recommend. Beautiful sunsets and sunrises. Stop at that Tiki bar!

This is amazing, has a wonderful pool, near the ocean and has a great view. The tennis court is huge and the showers are warm, has balcony's on all floors and a small store, the hotel rooms are spacious. read more

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My favorite place to stay on vacation, the rooms are very clean, comfy beds, beautiful views, very warm pools, very nice staff. Overall best place to stay. read more

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My friend and I arrived tonight for a three day stay. We had pre warned the hotel that we were coming in with a 40 foot RV. Just as we pulled up, a massive rain/thunder storm came thru. Josh at the front desk went above and beyond to greet us and make parking our rig successful. Thank you Josh!! read more

The Alden Suites would have been wonderful if not for the room. That is to say, the grounds were beautiful, the service was on point, and the amenities were perfectly adequate. The room was spacious but, as other reviews have stated, a bit on the dated side, but that wasn't much of an issue. The central air conditioning that feeds the rooms shares intake ducts, or air, or something, between units, so every half an hour or so, the distinct smell of someone elses' cigarette smoke, marijuana, or cigarillo came wafting into our room. Also, the thermostat didn't give a damn what temperature we had set it to, and temperature fluctuations between 69 and 75 degrees were not uncommon all night long. The biggest problem was assigned room. Ours was in the first building, near the office, and anytime anyone used the stairs, the slamming door reverberated through the room and woke the wife and I up. Didn't sleep worth a damn and left after a single night. I'm not averse to the place--certainly not--but if I were to ever book there again, I'd pick one of the more-premium bottom floor cabanas so as to avoid the noise. read more

This place has gone down the tubes. Friday night for the Bolts game, Cabana bar closed to a full bar at 9pm. Told us they aren't a sports bar. Asked the bartender on a different night about 9pm closing and he said no they should stay open for something like that. Also forget housekeeping. We were there 4 days and never had a housekeeper clean our room. We used pool towels and went to the front desk for toilet paper. Now the cart sat on our floor for 2 days but no one was around. See picture of everyone putting bags of garbage and towels out. read more

Alden Suites A Beachfront Resort - Our floor. Everyone put their garbage out and towels since housekeeping never came around - Hotels Near Me - Saint Pete Beach, Florida

WE LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Got a family? This place loves kids! 2 pools and a hot tub AND ITS RIGHT ON THE BEACH! Just the two of you? It's cozy with that 50's feel but everything is updated (free WIFI)! We stayed in both the suites and the bungalows. Both are lovely with a porch to enjoy your morning coffee. The service here is incredible! They are fast friendly and everywhere! Need a beach towel? They have them ready to use with each room. Soap? Got it! Hand towels? Bath towels? More coffee? Creamer? Yep they have that as well. You will enjoy the personal service they provide and will make plans to come back again and again. See you at the cabanas on the beach for sunset! read more

For a slightly older property, Alden Suites did not disappoint. Every touch point was as impressive without any pretentious glitz. The rooms were clean -- great shower, nice kitchen and comfortable beds... even a crate with bed and dish waiting for our dog. Our suite was on the 3rd floor with a direct beach view -- and boy what a view. Huge clean white sandy beach with cabanas and watercraft. While there is no interior dining there is the stationary Alden Oasis Food Truck with an awesome menu. We had the pulled pork tacos, chicken tenders and fries. Next to the truck is the Cabana Beach Bar... all I can say is, "I'll have a Rum Runner and keep them coming." Betsy was tending bar and couldn't have been friendlier or more attentive. She even made sure our French Bulldog had plenty of water and gave him some healthy dog biscuits. The staff was sincerely friendly and helpful... very impressive! We can't wait to return. read more

This resort is definitely the best bang for your buck on St Petersburg beach front. Having stayed at the trade winds and coral reef next door, for the price I paid for Alden's, it simply can't be beat. This review is being written in May of 2017 and their currently is renovations going on. Personally it didn't bother me at all, the only way things will get updated is if the men work. It's either close the whole resort or have them work around it being open and populated. So if SOME noise on weekdays is gonna bug you, spend a lot more and stay next door. The two pools on site were clean and a great spot for during the day. Jacuzzi was also clean. I stayed in the king room, which was huge. Had a full kitchen, nice comfy bed, television and a couch. A big dressing room cabinet and kitchen table with chairs. Plentiful for one person. My only complaints would be the bathroom. It was in need of an update. And there was only one place on site to eat, snappers, which is an affiliated food truck from the resto across the street from Alden. I did try it and the food was very very good, but might be pricey. $11 for a food truck hamburger is pricey for some people. I however enjoyed it. Some amenities include beach volleyball, shuffle board, basketball court, ping pong and a on site convenience store. 7/11 also in walking distance. The yellow exterior paint here does make the place look old and I'm sure it is an older building, but I've stayed in much worse for a lot more $. I feel you must give this place at least one chance before making a decision. I will definitely be returning in the coming years! read more

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Have stayed here on several occasions and had no problems. Have always had a suite with a large balcony. I had ask to change rooms and was told they had nothing else and stated that this was the room Southwest airlines booked Us. Southwest stated they don't choose the rooms. Had called the hotel st least 1 month before and was told by Buddy the manager that we would have 2 rooms next to each other. This did not happen. I first spoke to another clerk who stated Buddy should never had promised this. When I finally spoke to Buddy he yelled st me saying he had been in this business for 23 years and would never promise this. I reminded him it was in the computer and he continued to act like this was my fault. Could not admit he had lied. I guess he must be a relative as I can't believe the owners would allow this person to treat quest this way. read more

We had a great stay in this hotel. We've had to make a few trips to St. Pete this summer for business and we stayed in AirBnB's. Decided to stay in a hotel this time and I'm so glad I chose this one. It feels as though most of St. Pete is very old, which is why we decided to try hotels instead of someone's home. This hotel was very clean and even the tiny kitchen was complete with stove top and oven. It's not super luxurious, but I wouldn't say it's run down either (cleanliness is more important to me). It's right on the beach with plenty of space where it doesn't feel at all crowded. Beach was clean, pool and jacuzzi were clean and spacious. They gave us a free voucher for a drink upon check in. The staff was very friendly and answered all my questions. The location is also perfect, and as lively as it was during the day, there was no noise at night. My one complaint is that there's way too much chlorine in the jacuzzi, but that's not a deal breaker for me. I definitely will come back to this hotel instead of AirBnB's in this town. Bang for your buck, I feel like this hotel offers more than the AirBnBs around here can offer. Unless you're willing to pay top dollar for hotels and houses in the area. read more

This a good quality family style resort. It's not five star in the sense of fancy amenities but because it delivers value and on what's promised. :) Comfortable and convenient on the beach (across from shopping Plaza with Walgreen's, Publix) and in an area with plenty of beach eats and bars. Not as boozey or cray cray as Tradewinds section but you can always walk to that area if you need some action. If you walk south on the beach it's quieter and you can go to the Don and beyond.. read more

The little things really do count. On first look Alden Suites: A Beachfront Resort seems a bargain. While any stay in a beachfront hotel these days will cost you a nice chunk of change, Alden Suites is a little less than similar properties in the St. Pete Beach/Treasure Island area. The room we had is in the newly renovated tower and is nice! It has a nice bedroom as you walk in the door, with large, comfy beds. The room has a door to close if off from the rest of the "suite" which includes a spacious bathroom, vanity area and living room/kitchen. The kitchen has new appliances including a range with 4 burners and an oven. The suite really is nice! The property itself shows a slight bit of age, but honestly, I don't have any problems with it. There is a nice ping pong table, 2 shuffleboard courts, tennis courts, a basketball court, a sandy cornhole court and sand volleyball. Add in 2 pools, large hot tub and a beachside, open-air bar and you understand why it's a fun resort! However, it really is the little things that determine if you will return to and/or recommend a hotel. We came from close-by for a 24 hour getaway. While we drove it started storming. When we arrived the desk clerk asked about our drive. My wife said: "Oh it was fine. A little rainy, but not bad really." The clerk then began lecturing us on how when we are given lemons, we have to make lemonade. At one point I was in the lobby and listened in horror as 3 employees began griping about several of the guests and their requests, RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME! We checked out the ping pong equipment during the rain. When I went to return it to the little on-property store, there was no one at the counter. Behind the counter was an office whose door was wide open. Maybe 10 feet from my son and I sat a back office worker. He never acknowledged us as we waited until I finally said: "Excuse me." I explained we needed to return the equipment and get our room card. He then only said: "Oh, she'll be back in a few minutes." and returned to ignoring us. The next morning it was storming again. (This is NOT Alden Suites fault. Just want you to have context for this next part.) We needed milk for our children's cereal. At 9:18 a.m. I walked to the on-property store attached to the lobby which "opened" at 9:00. It was not open yet though. I walked into the lobby and asked when the store would open. The female clerk VERY casually said: "Yeah, it's probably gonna be 20 more minutes or so." She asked if she could help with anything. I explained our milk need. Her response: "Well there's a 7/11 down the street." So, I had to walk to the 7/11 in the storms. Never once did she say: "I'm sorry." or offer to go in the store, grab some milk and charge our room. Wow! Somewhere along the line, customers became a necessary evil to a lot of the U.S. service industry. That is sad and tough to take. So, bottom line, while the rooms are nice and the property is more than adequate, I cannot recommend Alden Suites in St. Pete Beach. Had anyone here gone the extra distance to make us feel wanted and welcome, I might feel differently. But it just did not happen. The little things really do count and when they are not there, it leaves a really bad taste in your mouth. read more

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I can't wait to come back! We had the perfect getaway at Alden Suites! Our suite had everything we needed to have a comfortable stay, the staff was friendly and accommodating and there was more great food and adventurous activities than we could fit it! Alden set us up with Suncoast Watersports and we parasailed, paddle boarded and took the dolphin cruise.. it was unforgettable. Seriously can't wait to come back... we watched dolphins play in the calm St. Pete Beach waters during coffee from our balcony in the morning.. that's something I have to do again! Definitely recommend read more

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I can't wait to come back! Was in town for a wedding which was taking place at the resort next door, and Alden was more than half the price they were offering with the wedding discount. We were able to just walk across the sand to the wedding, and stumble back after a great evening of drinking and dancing. The resort is pretty big, a few buildings and bungalows. We stayed in the Nassau building, facing the pool. From the balcony I could see the beach and the intercoastal. Our room was funny to me, a suite with the beds where you first walk in, and the living/dining area in the back of the unit. I am guessing it is this way so you can take advantage of the darkness, as the bedroom area has a smaller window and the living room has the sliders to the balcony. Either way, it works! I wish we had more time to take advantage of the bar on the beach and the pools (there are two pools and a jacuzzi), or even partake in some shuffle board! Oh well, there's always next time! Also, at check out, the front desk attendant informed me they have showers in the lobby restrooms, so we could stay as long as we liked after check out to enjoy the beach and their amenities and shower/clean up before we head out. He also offered to hold our luggage if needed, and we did not need to move the car after check out (parking is free too!). Pretty sweet! read more

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The term "Resort" is used very lightly in this case. It is a glorified hotel that badly needs updating! The only good thing is the location, right on St. Petersburgs beach. I nearly give this a one star, dirty, old, and again needs updates. Pics added for this resort, back of flat screen tv's have enough dust to cause a fire. read more

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Let's just say I should keep this one to myself. This place is perfect. Opted out of a beach view and got one anyway. It isn't as new as someplace else but it is extremely laid back, peaceful and private. Two minute walk down a beautiful breezeway to the beach. read more

Alden Suites A Beachfront Resort - Didn't pay extra for a beach view! - Hotels Near Me - Saint Pete Beach, Florida

Our stay was completely ruined by bed bugs in the beds that I have documentation of, and roaches crawling out of the microwave. My husband and 3 year old daughter got eaten alive. I am embarrassed to say we even stayed at such a place. All of our things need to be deep cleaned, and I am sick of the thought that I could potentially bring them into my own home now. Housekeeping was a complete joke and when the manager was presented with the evidence proceeded to tell my husband that bed bugs don't leave marks. I'm sure the doctor I will be taking my family to shortly will say otherwise. Do NOT risk staying here with your family. read more

We have been staying there for about 12 years and have had some wonderful times there. There is quite a few of us that meet there, the staff is always extremely helpful. We love the beach bar, Kitty used to be the bar tender and now i think she is the Food and Beverage manager. Great couple of guys now tending the bar. Looking forward to about 7 rooms full of family and friends. read more

Im giving this place 5 starts because of the actual "bang for your buck" for the room itself. Plus the staff was frickin amazing. We checked in Nov 2, 2018 the girl at the front was named Mary Ann, and there were 2 other gentlemen also working that night. Us being there for the first time had no idea whr to get food or any local night life. The 3 of them went above and beyond to make sure we got the food we craved and the patry we were lookin for. Alden suites look on ur work calendar and fond the other 2 employees names that night and give them a raise, because i will definitely be back with the rest of my family and will be booking multiple rooms. See u in June 2019.. cant wait read more

The staff was extremely accommodating and nice. Everything was clean and orderly. There's SO much to do at the hotel and the beach is right next to it. It was pretty cheap too and dog friendly! Food truck, bar, parasailing and outdoor activities including tennis court, grilling, shuffleboard, basketball, tennis court, and more. Come here!!!! You will not have a better experience read more

For the price this is a good hotel on the beach. It's older yes but it's kept up well. It has not all been modernized but that's ok, you're on the beach, who cares? The room was clean and housekeeping were all very very nice. Outside there's a pool, hot tub, tons of parking, a bar, and a food truck. It's an easy walk to loads of places to eat as well. Is it perfect? No. Is it a good deal? Yes. If you're on a budget but want to stay on the beach and not spend an arm and a leg, give it a shot. read more

We are having the most amazing time here! The staff is extremely attentive, you feel like family! The ocean views are spectacular, and the cabana bar creates top notch drinks. It's truly a beach life experience! So happy with everything from the cleanliness of the rooms, to the fabulous pools, and recreation, and don't get me started on the amazing gulf beach! We will be back again and again!!! read more

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Had an amazing stay here! Great hotel with nice staff. Room was clean and spacious. Was right on the beach. We celebrated a bachelorette party and it was perfect! Really enjoyed our stay. The only negative was that we were told to lower the music, which was a valid point since it was 2am. Overall great hotel for the price, right on a beautiful beach! read more

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Honestly this hotel grossed me out the entire time I stayed. All amenities inside the hotel room were rusted, the floors when I walked in were so dirty my feet turned black in a matter of 5 minutes! There was sand all over the floor already from the previous people, and the elevators I got stuck in! Would not recommend :(. Although the people who work at the front desk, are so sweet & helpful! read more

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I'm a big fan of retro Florida resorts, and the Alden is a quintessential example. Built in the 50's, it's chock full of the midcentury details that set a fun beach vibe. They did a great job with the remodel a couple of years ago, keeping the exterior style while updating the rooms in cheerful midmod furnishings. I love the updated kitchens with granite and stainless steel appliances. And their beds are so comfy, as nice as the fanciest hotels I've stayed in. Sunsets at the Cabana Bar are the perfect day to wrap up a blissful beach day. I can't wait to return! read more

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Clean spacious rooms. Staff is very friendly & helpful. Beach bar is a little pricey but that's expected since it's right on the beach. I really loved staying here & would go again. read more

We stayed at the resort 1/21/2021-1/25/2021. Great location, beach access, and near by restaurants. Loved the 2 pools and large hot tub. The cabana bar was great- the bartenders were awesome! Beautiful sunsets. Outdated, cheap, tacky decor and furniture. Our room was subpar at best. The shower head was way too low. At 5' 10", it was eye level with me. Showering was not a relaxing experience- which I would expect with a 3 star resort. I spoke to the front desk staff, Crystal and Josh about my concern. They stated that this is the "standard" shower head height in all rooms. They offered no resolution or other options to the concern and dismissed me. I felt like they were annoyed that I had called them. After talking to others staying at the resort and looking at the photos on Alden's website and reviews posted by others, I learned that there were other rooms with shower heads at the standard height. The frustration with the dismissal from the staff at the front desk had already upset me, but learning that we were lied to in addition was very upsetting. I reached out to Priceline- who we booked through- with my concern regarding the shower. They also spoke to Josh who told them the same information. Because of our poor experience with the shower concern, we didn't even bother to reach back out with our other concerns. The air conditioner vent was covered in dust. The bathroom had no exhaust fan. There was a window, but it was broken. The track on the left side was falling off. We had to use a butter knife to keep the window- which had no screen- open. The closet had a bunch of wiring hanging down from the ceiling. It looked like a fire risk waiting to happen. Overall, our experience was very poor. I would not go back to this resort. The front desk staff could have been more open to hearing concerns and offering at least one solution. Prior to leaving this review, I have reached out to resort multiple times since returning home and also sent emails to their email address, but have received the same response that I received while at the hotel. Very disappointing. read more

Loved staying at this resort. My wife and I stayed 5 days for New Years Eve. Great pools and hot tub was awesome. Bar was nice and the on-site food truck served a really good Cuban sandwich. Drinks and food was priced moderately. Staff was very nice and allowed us to a 2 hour checkout. Also recommended Mike to us who shuttles you around town for tips. Was a awesome experience all together would definitely come back for another stay. read more

Awesome beach bar Chris and Dave rock it out! Very helpful with drink selections and creative cocktails. Hotel was spacious, pools a little crowded during spring break weeks but very clean. Overall a very nice experience. read more

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Had an ocean view and that was about the only nice thing about it. There was a major leak in the bathroom and you could see water damage in then ceiling. The air conditioning wasn't working and everything felt wet. They did fix the air conditioning the next day, but wasn't offered a partial refund or anything. All the supplies in the kitchen looked dirty. There's also no instructions anywhere for things like renting a cabana. For the amount of money you pay, I'd expect more. Seemed very dingy to me. read more

Went and stayed here for my birthday and got a room facing the beach. Rooms looked nothing like the website pictures and the only nice part of the room was the restroom because it had been updated but the living area was screaming 1970. On that night my husband and I were sitting on the balcony and the kids were asleep and the lights inside kept turning off by themselves. The next morning we took a shower again the kids were asleep and we clearly heard a little girls voice at the door say mommy. My husband got out and opened the door thinking it was my little girl and it was no one! We woke the kids up and left early that morning! The beds stunk like sweat. I would never stay here again. read more

As some other Yelpers have stated, the resort itself looks older compared to many around it, but they are going through some remodeling efforts and our room itself had all of the modern amenities required for a nice stay, so we were happy. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a very friendly front desk employee who was extremely nice and helpful, as well as patient when we asked him several questions about the resort. We appreciated that it was one of the few hotels in SPB that offered one-night accommodations as most others required a two-night minimum, and we were just staying the night to visit with my husband's sister who was staying two hotels down at PCI. I thought the pool and pool deck were nice and clean, and the hot tub was a great perk - the water was hot, it was in a shaded area and somewhat secluded which made it more relaxing and enjoyable. When we went back to the front desk the next day to ask if we could keep our car there a bit longer to enjoy some more of the beach before heading home, the second person we spoke with was also very friendly and happily agreed to let us keep our car there for as long as we needed. Overall, it was a great place to stay for a short trip (or long weekend) and we would return simply because it's hard to find that kind of customer service these days! read more

Loud construction on the property directly next door woke me up at 9am. It's been going on all day. I mentioned the noise to my mother who lives in St Pete and she said her sister, who flew down from Philly last month, had to deal with the same noise during the entire week of her stay at the Alden a month ago. So this is an ongoing project. I understand that the hotel can't be responsible for what their neighbours do. But when I called the front desk and spoke with Buddy the manager, he said he was completely unaware of the noise and I was the first to complain. He said "what do you want me to do about it?" Front desk and management at this hotel aren't very polite. If you're looking for a cheap stay then the Alden is cheap. If you're looking for a relaxing vacation to soak up sun by the pool and to be treated like a guest then look elsewhere. I didn't feel like a guest. It would have been nice to get a heads up about the noise. When I called the front desk it would have been nice if the manager would have tried to accommodate me with another room with less sounds of drills and loud construction noise. Too bad I can't post the video I took from my balcony of the guy drilling holes in the wall next door. Wow it was loud. Double thumbs down for poor customer service and lack of respect towards guests. Not to mention I noticed fleas in the bed and all over the carpet. I'll never stay at the Alden again. I don't care how cheap the rooms are! read more

OMG! OMG! OMG!!! This place is FANTASTIC!!!! You could not ask for a better place to stay on the beach. Clean is an understatement....exceptionally clean, excellent staff from Alex in reservations to the front desk staff, to the ground keepers, security, to housekeeping, and the Cabana Boys...all around EXCEPTIONAL. The rooms have everything you would ever want. You feel like you are right at home with pots and pans, silverware, plates, cups, and bowels. Mixing bowls, dish cloths, etc...they have covered it all. The ground were so well cared for and beyond clean... If you are looking for the perfect place to relax and make memories with you family and friends then the Alden Suites Beach Resort is the PERFECT Place!!! read more

Had a conference down the road at Tradewinds and stopped by the beach bar in front of Aldens and 'Betsy their bartender was awesome. Drinks were great and not horribly priced like others were. She was the highlight of our trip and will definitely be back. read more