Meet Solara Hospitality

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At Solara, our aim is to create unforgettable personal experiences for our valued guests, ones that they will cherish for a lifetime. Our team is composed of accomplished professionals in the hospitality industry, many of whom began their journey as front desk agents and have worked their way up the ladder through dedication and hard work. We have a wealth of expertise in developing, acquiring, and operating hotels, and our passion for hospitality runs deep in our veins.

We are a vibrant and sociable group of individuals united by our shared love for family, technology, culinary delights, and travel adventures. Our unwavering commitment to serving our guests is evident in everything we do. Solara Hospitality embraces the role of being a beacon of light and warmth in the world of hospitality while also prioritizing the well-being and fulfillment of our associates. This unique approach sets us apart and ensures that our guests have an exceptional experience at our hotels.

By harnessing the passion and dedication of each member of our team, combined with the expertise and drive of our partners, Solara Hospitality consistently delivers a superior level of customer service. We take great pride in our award-winning properties, which are renowned for their exceptional guest experiences. "Despite our modest size, we are fueled by the core principles of treating our staff with the utmost respect and sincerity. This, in turn, fosters a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual commitment. We consider our staff to be integral members of our team, just as they consider themselves fortunate to be a part of it," shared Clancy Cipkala of Solara Hospitality in a conversation with Mike Pallerino, editor of Commercial Construction and Renovation.

Our overarching philosophy revolves around two guiding principles: firstly, we believe in embodying the essence of hospitality by providing genuine warmth and care to our associates, ultimately leading to delightful experiences for our guests. Secondly, we strive to create memories that will resonate with our guests, ensuring that their time with us is cherished and cherished forever.

At Solara Hospitality, our mission is clear—to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve by delivering exceptional hospitality and creating lasting connections.

Senior Managing Partner, President & CEO of Solara Hospitality. A native of Youngstown, OH, he is a graduate of The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a Master’s in Business Administration. He began his career with Ryan Homes as a sales manager and then spent the next five years at Ford Motor Company as a Zone Manager and was promoted to Product Marketing Manager. He was Vice President of Sales and Marketing for a hotel management company with responsibility for over 25 hotels in the Southeast as well as a full-service, in-house advertising agency. He has over 30 years’ experience in hospitality marketing and management and has been involved in the development, acquisitions and management for more than 30 hotel projects. In 2017, he was named Hotelier of the Year by the South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association. Clancy resides in Columbia, South Carolina. He is a father of three children, Amanda, Haley and Colton, and recently became a proud grandfather.