Motel 6 vs AmericInn Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Motel 6 vs AmericInn including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Motel 6 Franchise
AmericInn Franchise
Investment $206,850 - $8,823,850$221,286 - $7,605,378
Franchise Fee $25,000 - $35,000$39,500
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee 3.5%3.25%
Year Founded 19621980
Year Franchised 19961984
Term Of Agreement 10-15 years-
Term Of Agreement 10-15 years-
Renewal Fee 50% of current franchisee fee-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Motel 6 Franchise
AmericInn Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Motel 6 Franchise
    AmericInn Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/YesNo/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/YesNo/Yes
    Equipment No/YesNo/Yes
    Inventory No/YesNo/Yes
    Receivables No/NoNo/Yes
    Payroll No/NoNo/Yes

    Training & Support
     
    Motel 6 Franchise
    AmericInn Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 25-30 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours Additional Training: Annual convention � Ongoing individual management training
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform � State of the art Electronic Reservation System and Internet bookings � Toll-free 1-800 reservation line � Operations consulting � Capital improvement reviews � Training guides � System-wide newsletters � Annual workshops
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/appAmericInn's marketing programs promote brand awareness and maximize revenue through national brand advertising, Website and Internet advertising, a frequent guest rewards program, media relations services and news releases, and sales assistance programs. Marketing Support � Support in finding and choosing your hotel location � Hotel design and construction support � On-site opening assistance � Integrated local, regional, and national marketing services � Guest relations assistance � National brand advertising (billboards, print, trade shows) � Website and internet advertising � Travel agent and GDS reservations � Frequent guest program � Chainwide directory � Media relations service � Graphic design service
    Operations 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 20

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (70% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Motel 6 Franchise
    AmericInn Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesNo

    Company Overviews

    About Motel 6

    We'll Leave the Light on for You!
     Thanks to one of the most successful ad campaigns in the history of the hotel industry, Motel 6 enjoys strong brand awareness and high guest loyalty. After more than 40 years, Motel 6 is still a true American icon and continues to outperform the competition. Founded in 1962 in Santa Barbara, California, Motel 6 is synonymous with a great travel value. The first Motel 6 in Santa Barbara still leaves the light on today, but a lot has changed for the motel chain that pioneered the first real economy motel designed for the no-frills traveler.
     The original price of a night's stay at Motel 6 was just $6.00, and thus established the brand name for an American classic. The promise of the lowest price of any national chain and a clean, comfortable room are Motel 6 virtues. Motel 6 is a household name, synonymous with quality and value. It enjoys the highest brand recognition factor of any economy lodging brand.
     The brand continues to grow and currently has approximately 1,200 locations with more than 120,000 rooms in the United States and Canada. Part of G6 Hospitality, Motel 6 is the largest owned and operated hotel chain in North America.

    Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S. and  Asia, Canada, Central America, Mexico and South America

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a newly constructed 100 room Motel 6 Motel (excluding land acquisition costs) is $6,891,850 to $8,823,850 and a conversion 100 room Motel 6 Motel (excluding land acquisition costs) is $206,850 to $2,106,050. This includes $33,850 in fixed pre-opening fees, which must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliates.
    Veteran Incentives  $1,500 for training
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    #96 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
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    About AmericInn

    Why Consider an AmericInn Hotel Franchise? If you want to own your own business and invest in a franchise with strong financial performance driven by high customer satisfaction, best in industry construction, and dedication to branding and marketing, an AmericInn hotel franchise is for you. The AmericInn Lodging System is one of the fastest growing mid-price, without food and beverage lodging chains in the nation with over 230 locations now open or under development. Consistent, quiet, and solid masonry construction, oversized guest rooms, excellent services, and first-rate amenities make AmericInn a favorite choice for both business and leisure travelers. A quality product combined with unparalleled franchise services makes an AmericInn franchise a sound investment.
    Invest in a Franchise that Invests in Your Success.
    AmericInn is dedicated to providing franchisees with the tools and support they need to maximize each property's success and return on investment. We offer individual management training, on-site opening assistance, ongoing operations consulting and training guides, custom design services, and product buying assistance.
    Join the AmericInn Family.
    Our franchise owners come from all walks of life. Some have experience in the hotel industry. Some already own another business. Some are simply looking to invest in a franchise that will provide a needed service to their community.
    With our help, many qualified investors not only own one AmericInn, but develop multiple properties over time.

    Estimated total investment necessary to construct and begin operation of a typical 3-story, 75 room AmericInn facility will range from $5,238,234 to $7,605,378. Estimated total investment necessary to begin operation of a 100 room conversion Facility will range from $221,286 to $3,251,254. Land acquisition costs are not included in these ranges. These amounts include a range of $47,650 to $70,225 that must be paid to the franchisor or an affiliate.


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    #326 in Franchise 500 for 2020.