Alcala's Automotive

Please Read before you book anywhere: Do not get tripped up on the 3 star hotel label. While this is a smaller location than some, it is impressive. The facility is clean, inviting, and modern. The amenities are absolutely perfect. The beach access is very close and because it is a slightly smaller hotel it creates a close and easily accessible place to stay. They have a shuttle that is very helpful to get to the fun and chic St Armand's circle. But, this is only a half mile away and a pleasant walk. The staff are extremely wonderful. They bent over backwards to assure our stay was wonderful. I'm pretty sure someone actually went out and bought a wine opener so that we could enjoy a nice bottle of wine I procured in town. That is the level of customer care they gave us! Okay I could rave over the staff all day. The restaurant; I must be honest. I never, ever, eat at a hotel restaurant with one exception Ruth's Chris. However, our UBER driver actually suggested the restaurant not knowing it was in our hotel. So ... we gave it a try. I would take my wife here for an anniversary dinner. The atmosphere was sophisticated and just perfect. The food was incredible. The area is super laid back so if you're looking for tons of action, putt putt etc. stay in downtown Sarasota. If you are looking for a romantic getaway full of beach and relaxation ... STAY HERE! Finally, I've stayed at the Ritz on Maui and this while smaller (obviously) has the same exact customer care and service. Only one slight issue was that they do not accommodate late check outs. But, it's very understandable given the area and demand.

Beautiful place, nice room, but small bathroom as you have to stand between toilet and sink to do your makeup and hair. Maid service every day didn't come till almost 5pm & didn't refill water bottles as promised. Then day of check out 8am maid service knocks on door wants to know when you'll be checking out. Otherwise the rest of the resort, bar, & restaurant service was wonderful.

Had a wonderful time here in July 2022. However, since it’s “off season” as more people usually come in the winter, the adult pool and some spots were under maintenance. The bathroom could also be cleaned a little bit better, and the elevator in the smaller building was slow and a little scary, but the beds were comfy, loved the rocking chairs on the balcony, the staff everywhere were so nice and helpful, the beach chairs and umbrellas were only $15 a day, the food and drinks and Drift and Tiki Bar were great. Would definitely come back just not sure if worth the price.

A very nice place to spend 2 or 3 days! Be sure to go kayaking through the mangroves it is only 0.3 miles away from the hotel. A nice walk bit you don't have to the hotel shuttle will happy drive you if you just ask. The private beach is clean and calm. A great place to relax.

Stayed here for 2 weeks after we moved to Florida while our house was getting ready for our move in. The food was phenomenal, loved getting to know the staff and the locals around the area. The place was a blast while we were there, vacancy wasn't too high so there weren't an overwhelming amount of people. Having the private chairs and umbrellas for the beach was perfect. Would definitely stay there again!

I feel you can trust their work. I am very appreciative for all their efforts and willingness to tackle the unknown issues brought to them. Their knowledge is certainty their best asset.
They go the extra mile, to accommodate you and are undoubtedly the nicest people to have working for you.
Thank you gentlemen.

Been here since 2015 always a Good experience

Really great mechanic, he will tell you the problem before fixing it, if it can be fixed or if it's fixable.

If it's fixable, he'll tell you if there's any temporary fix or any way around it. He'll tell you straight up that it will break unless it is fixed the right way.

He's probably the most honest mechanic out there, I've been going to him for a long time.

Len Alcala has been our mechanic for nearly twenty years, through all of our vehicles. Always tells it like it is, great at troubleshooting the REAL problem (not just blindly replacing parts until the problem goes away, like at the dealerships), excellent on advising you on the options you have for repair, and his costs are very reasonable. Knows foreign and domestic cars well. You couldn't find a better mechanic.