Studio 6 vs Embassy Suites Hotels Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Studio 6 Franchise
Embassy Suites Hotels Franchise
Investment $206,850 - $9,621,350$17,910,500 - $85,492,500
Franchise Fee $20,000 - $30,000$75,000
Royalty Fee 5%3.5% - 5.5%
Advertising Fee 2%4%
Year Founded 19981983
Year Franchised 19991984
Term Of Agreement 10-15 years20 years
Term Of Agreement 10-15 years20 years
Renewal Fee 50% of current franchise feeSame as initial fee


Business Experience Requirements
 
Studio 6 Franchise
Embassy Suites Hotels Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience

  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Studio 6 Franchise
    Embassy Suites Hotels 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
     
    Studio 6 Franchise
    Embassy Suites Hotels Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 25-30 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours Additional Training: Annual convention Classroom Training: 32-38 hours
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
    Operations Absentee Ownership Allowed

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 75

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

    Expansion Plans
     
    Studio 6 Franchise
    Embassy Suites Hotels Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Studio 6

    Extend Your Stay, Not Your Budget
     Studio 6 taps into the national recognition of Motel 6, while having developed a following all its own. 
    Studio 6 properties feature fully furnished studios with low weekly rates and amenities for comfortable, restful extended stays. The properties are easy to operate and manage with favorable weekly pricing. Invest in one of the segment's fastest growing brands. Motel 6 introduced Studio 6 in 1998 as an extended-stay option for travelers.
    Franchising since 1999, Studio 6 offers furnished studio rooms, complete with work areas and fully furnished kitchens. The company is based in Dallas.
     Franchise opportunities are available for: Seasoned quality-oriented developers or operators, and; Those new to the lodging industry.
    Franchisee Benefits:
     * Complete prototype design
     * Architectural, construction and renovation support
     * Powerful marketing support and national advertising
     * Competitive franchise and royalty fees
     * Protected market territories
     * Personalized operational support
     * Initial training at our corporate headquarters
     * Ongoing training on the field and online
     * Adherence to fair franchising initiatives
     * One-stop shopping for all purchasing needs

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

    Veteran Incentives  $1,500 general-manager training fee waived
                              
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    About Embassy Suites Hotels

    Embassy Suites Hotels is a chain of hotels, which specializes in suite-style rooms. Owned by Hilton Hotels Corporation, Embassy Suites is an upscale chain of all-suite hotels which are often held in high esteem for their quality, value and service. A hotel test conducted by Consumer Reports gave Embassy Suites the highest rating in satisfaction in the "Upscale" category. All guest rooms of this chain feature a separate living area as well as a sleeping area. Like many hotels, guests can choose from a king sized bed or two double beds. The living area often consists of a sofa bed with matching chairs and a separate television. Most Embassy Suites hotels have an atrium style layout. The interior of the hotel may have a tropical rain forest setting complete with waterfall, bridges, and a large dining area. One of the key features of Embassy Suites is the "Cooked to Order Breakfast" which is essentially a breakfast buffet, complete with hot food, such as bacon, eggs or omelette's. In the evening, a complimentary "Manager's Reception" is always featured with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for free, minus gratuity. Embassy Suites' 200+ hotels are mainly in the USA, though others exist in other countries.

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