AmeriHost Franchise Systems vs WoodSpring Suites Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of AmeriHost Franchise Systems vs WoodSpring Suites including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
WoodSpring Suites Franchise
Investment $3,700,000 - $4,700,000$5,035,000 - $7,031,000
Franchise Fee N/A$50,000
Royalty Fee 4-5%5%
Advertising Fee -2.5%
Year Founded 19892003
Year Franchised 19982004
Term Of Agreement 15-20 years-
Term Of Agreement 15-20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
WoodSpring Suites Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
WoodSpring Suites Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/Yes
Start-up Costs Yes/No-/Yes
Equipment Yes/No-/Yes
Inventory Yes/No-/Yes
Receivables Yes/No-/Yes
Payroll Yes/No-/Yes

Training & Support

 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
WoodSpring Suites Franchise
Training Regional workshops On-The-Job Training: Upon request Classroom Training: Varies
Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluationsPurchasing Co-ops Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations
Marketing Co-op advertising, Regional advertising-
Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 15

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

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Expansion Plans

 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
WoodSpring Suites Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About AmeriHost Franchise Systems

No longer franchising; AmeriHost units are being converted to Baymont Inn & Suites.

Each AmeriHost Inn(R) lodging offers a luxury bundle not regularly found in other mid-estimated inns, for example, an indoor pool range with a whirlpool and yard; inside hall visitor room access for included security and accommodation; individual select whirlpool suites; meeting rooms; practice rooms; electronic entryway locks; complimentary extended mainland breakfast each morning; and a complimentary USA TODAY daily paper.

Amerihost Properties, Inc. at present claims or potentially oversees, in entire or partially, every AmeriHost Inn(R) inn open or under development today. "We know and comprehend the operations of the AmeriHost Inn(R) inns from a possession perspective. Truth be told, we comprehend the operations of our lodgings so well that we have made an establishment promoting effort in light of the motto 'Experience the distinction encounter makes!'"

About WoodSpring Suites

WoodSpring® is the fastest growing brand in the economy extended stay segment.

Designed with purpose to offer exactly what the extended stay guest needs, we’ve stripped away the unnecessary extras and infused form, function and beauty into what’s left. The result for owners is a brand that’s tightly optimized to help enable profitability.
  • Cost-effective prototype, designed to be built in less than 12 months
  • Proven, lean operating model that enables maximum efficiency for owners
  • Proprietary vendor relationships and hands-on support enable expedited openings
  • Dedicated, extended stay national sales team

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