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Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5

Condo near University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa

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A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
TV
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a patterned rug.
A multi-story building with a flat facade, large windows, and a ground-level commercial space.
A dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen area with a hanging pot rack, and a hallway leading to a bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Place, Tuscaloosa River Walk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Alabama
    ‪19 min walk‬

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About the area

Tuscaloosa

Downtown stay.Your stay at this Downtown condo places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Alabama and Bryant-Denny Stadium. Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center and Children's Hands-On Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Capitol Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tuscaloosa Amphitheater - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Alabama - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack Browns Beer & Burger Joint Tuscaloosa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roll Call at The Alamite - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chuck's Fish - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Avenue Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Five Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5

The Alston is a fully furnished multi-bedroom residential community offering flexible stay options, with stunning rooftop and panoramic views, in the heart of downtown and steps from shops, dining, and the university.

Originally built in 1909, unit 5 at The Alston is a historic private penthouse residence offering four bedrooms and four full size bathrooms. 2,600 in total square footage makes unit 5 one of the most spacious private residences in all of Tuscaloosa..

With ample amounts of communal and living space, including a dining table for eight and counter seating for an additional five, The Alston is a great place for family and friends to all stay together under the same roof.

This fully furnished residence is equipped with a full kitchen, washer & dryer, beverage refrigerator, bed linens, towels, and plenty of seating for you and your guests to gather together and enjoy everything The Alston and Tuscaloosa has to offer.

Unit 5 is accessible via elevator with exclusive and private access to the fully furnished and equipped residence.

Guests also have access to a shared rooftop community space with panoramic views of downtown and Bryant-Denny stadium. The rooftop space is currently available to guests, but temporarily unfurnished. Our design team is hard at work to make The Alston rooftop a destination gathering place for guests and the city of Tuscaloosa with expected opening in Spring 2025. Please note that the rooftop is occasionally closed for private events and guests will be notified of any closures as applicable.

Unit 5 is one of multiple private units at The Alston.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,605 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

348592

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5?

As of Jul 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5 on Jul 23, 2026 start from CA $702, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5 offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5 have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5 to downtown Tuscaloosa?

This condo is 0.1 mi away from Tuscaloosa.

Historic Rooftop Steps to DT Shops & Dining Unit 5 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved loved this VRBO!!! Excellent location! It's perfectly located and close to many restaurants to walk to. Perfect for group visits to T town!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place! Great location. Kind and accommodating host. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend was great with lots of activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James C.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025