150 kWp Boutique Hotel Solar
Hospitality & Leisure

150 kWp Boutique Hotel Solar

Cotswold Country House Hotel — Cheltenham, Gloucestershire | Completed 2023

Client

Cotswold Country House Hotel

Location

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

System Size

150 kWp

Completed

2023

A discrete rooftop solar installation for a heritage country house hotel, designed to preserve the building's historic character while delivering significant operational cost savings and strong sustainability messaging for guests.

The Challenge

The Grade II listed property had strict planning constraints. Solar panels could not be visible from the main approach or public footpaths. The hotel's high electricity consumption from heating, cooling, and kitchen operations made solar financially attractive if the aesthetics could be resolved.

Our Solution

Bee Solar worked with conservation officers to position all panels on a rear stable block roof invisible from public areas. All-black monocrystalline panels on a dark mounting frame minimised visual intrusion. The system was designed to offset 70% of the hotel's daytime load.

Outcomes

Project Results

Annual electricity costs reduced by £41,000

Guest satisfaction scores for sustainability increased by 18%

Marketing value from 'solar-powered hotel' messaging

No visual impact on listed building aesthetics

Payback period of 4.5 years with full expensing tax relief

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Our Process

How It Works

From first call to switch-on, we make going solar simple, transparent, and stress-free.

Step 01

Free Site Survey

We visit your site, assess your roof, shading, and electrical infrastructure. No obligation, no pressure — just honest data.

1–2 hours
Step 02

Bespoke Design & Quote

Our engineers design a system tailored to your building, usage profile, and budget. You receive a detailed proposal with ROI projections.

3–5 days
Step 03

Professional Installation

Our MCS-certified team installs your system with minimal disruption. We handle grid connection, paperwork, and commissioning.

2–6 weeks

No obligation. We typically respond within 24 hours.

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