Visit Cincy

CINCINNATI, OH (For Immediate Release) – Visit Cincy announces the grand opening of Hotel Celare, the first Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel in Cincinnati. The opening event, held on April 3, featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local dignitaries, community leaders, and industry professionals.

Hotel Celare
Photo Credit: Ross Van Pelt

Located at 310 Straight Street, Hotel Celare offers 171 guest rooms and features amenities suited for both leisure and business travelers, including a Nespresso Coffee machine in every room and over 6,000 square feet of meeting and event space. 

Hotel Celare Ribbon Cutting
From L to R: Morris Siyman – Shaner Hotel Group, Regional VP of Operations, Keith Biumi – Marriott Development, VP Full Service Brands, Brian Hockenbury – Shaner Hotel Group, SVP of Operations, Plato Ghinos – Shaner Hotel Group, President, Brent Crawford – Crawford Hoying, Principal and Founder, Ian Legros – Shaner Hotel Group, Area General Manager, Jeremiah Thomas – Crawford Hoying, Chief Operating Officer, Chris Meyers – Meyers + Associates, Principal Architect, Owner, Tracy Hartman – Hotel Celare, Director of Sales
"The opening of Hotel Celare, as Cincinnati's first Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel, not only diversifies our hospitality offerings but also aligns with Cincinnati’s ability to cater to both business and leisure travelers," said Julie Calvert, President and CEO of Visit Cincy. "We are excited about the unique experiences and upscale amenities Hotel Celare brings, which enhances our competitive edge in the tourism market."
 
Dining options at Hotel Celare include: 
  • Iris Cafe: Serving breakfast and lunch, transitioning into a bar setting at night with a full dinner menu.
  • The Vick Rooftop Bar: A rooftop venue offering drinks and panoramic views of the city skyline.
  • Cap City Fine Diner: A Cameron Mitchell restaurant providing a fine dining experience with views of the Campus Green.
“At Hotel Celare, our vision is to deliver an unparalleled hospitality journey that embodies the warmth and charm of Cincinnati,” said Kollin Hanes, General Manager of Hotel Celare. “With exceptional service and luxurious amenities, we strive to make every guest's stay not just comfortable, but truly unforgettable. Centered around this mission, the property’s versatile meeting and event spaces are crafted to ensure that every occasion, whether business or celebration, is seamless and memorable.”
 

Click here to download photos of Hotel Celare, mandatory credit Ross Van Pelt

Click here to download photos of the ribbon cutting, no photographer credit needed

About Visit Cincy

Visit Cincy connects the Cincinnati region's people and experiences with visitors and meeting attendees from around the world through sales, marketing, communications, and community-building strategies. The destination marketing organization is supported by nearly 500 businesses that join together in making Cincinnati, Hamilton County, and the Cincy region a world-class destination by offering their services, attractions, and facilities to visitors, meeting planners, and convention attendees. For more information, go to VisitCincy.com.

###