Solar for hotels, guest houses and hospitality

Hotels and guest houses are running kitchens, heating, hot water, lighting and laundry from early morning to late evening, every day of the year. That's a lot of electricity going through the meter - and a strong case for commercial solar.

Properties like Premier Inns are a good example of buildings that suit solar well: extensive roof space, daytime and evening occupancy, and a long-term operational outlook. The same logic applies to independent hotels, B&Bs, country pubs with rooms, and small chains that own their buildings.

Why hospitality businesses benefit

The financial case for hospitality is similar to other commercial property types - because you're consuming electricity throughout the day when solar generation is at its peak, you use nearly every kilowatt-hour your panels produce. Most commercial installations reduce monthly costs by 70-100%, with payback typically within 3-4 years. After payback, you're looking at 20+ years of low-cost energy and a strong selling point for environmentally minded guests.

Hotels are a particularly good fit because:

• Demand is constant - kitchens, heating, hot water, and HVAC run year-round
• Roofs are often large and uncluttered, both flat and pitched
• Owner-occupiers can realise the full payback themselves
• Sustainability credentials matter increasingly to corporate bookings, weddings and event business

Roof types we work with

Larger commercial buildings, including hotels, often have extensive roof space that's suitable for solar panel arrays. We design for whatever's there:

• Flat roofs let us mount panels pointing south regardless of building orientation - ideal flexibility for hotels with awkwardly oriented buildings
• Pitched roofs on larger commercial buildings work well too
• Ground-mounted systems can supplement rooftop installations or power EV charging for guest car parks

EV charging is increasingly something guests look for. We've installed ground-mounted systems connected to outdoor fuse boards specifically to power free EV charging - in a guest-parking context that's a clear differentiator versus a hotel down the road that doesn't offer it.

What you need to qualify

The main requirement is that you own the building - solar installations on leased properties don't work because you need long-term ownership to realise the payback. You'll also need:

• Enough roof space or land for a meaningful system
• High enough electricity consumption to give a strong return
• Plans to keep the property long-term

How the process works

When you get in touch, a qualified electrician (Ashley) assesses your property and reviews your electricity usage. We then create detailed designs showing projected generation, cost savings and payback period based on your actual usage data. Most commercial clients get multiple design options with detailed financial analysis for each.

Installation is coordinated around your operations - rooms in service, events booked, kitchens running. We work with local roofers and scaffolders, complete installs with minimal disruption, and afterwards handle grid connection, electrical certifications, and Smart Export Guarantee setup so you can earn income from any excess generation.

Why work with us

• MCS-certified installer (NAP-66870)
• Octopus Energy Trusted Partner
• NAPIT registered electrician with 20+ years' experience
• 9.6/10 on Checkatrade from 80+ verified reviews
• Honest design and financial advice - if solar doesn't make sense for your property, we'll tell you

Coverage across Greater Manchester

Based in Prestwich, we serve hospitality businesses throughout Greater Manchester and the wider North West.

Contact us today for a free commercial solar consultation and detailed financial analysis for your hotel or guest house.