Moon, the dump is actually at the south end of AC. I stayed up north without any noticable odor whatsoever. The trash everyone refer's to is along side the road in certain areas. It is a bit of an eyesoar, but if you can look past it and enjoy the resorts and their restaurants, you'll have a good time. The advantage of staying near town is your closer to the action, and don't need to rely on the water taxi's, or golf carts to get you home. Whatever you choose, you'll have a great time.