Radisson vs Wyndham Garden Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Radisson Franchise
Wyndham Garden Franchise
Investment $13,942,060 - $65,080,705$446,776 - $14,378,293
Franchise Fee $75,000$39,500
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee 2%3%
Year Founded 19621996
Year Franchised 19831996
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Radisson Franchise
Wyndham Garden Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Radisson Franchise
Wyndham Garden Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/NoYes/-
Start-up Costs No/NoYes/-
Equipment No/No-/Yes
Inventory No/NoYes/-
Receivables No/No-/-
Payroll No/No-/Yes

Training & Support
 
Radisson Franchise
Wyndham Garden Franchise
Training
  • Pre-Opening assistance includes: consultation services; hotel operations assistance; purchasing programs; standards manuals; training programs
  • Ongoing assistance includes: consultation services; purchasing, training and marketing programs; reservation system access; hotel inspections
  • Revenue optimization tools
  • Look To Book, an innovative, patented reward program for travel agents
  • A dedicated brand sales team
  • Social media expertise and support
  • Strategic alliance with the world's leading business travel management company, CWT
  • A dedicated field operations team
  • Dedicated revenue specialists
 On-The-Job Training: Up to 30 hours Classroom Training: 38-70 hours
Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesNewsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertisingCo-op Advertising National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
Operations

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

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Expansion Plans
 
Radisson Franchise
Wyndham Garden Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion Yes-
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About Radisson

Radisson is one of the world's leading global hotel brands. It delivers vibrant, contemporary and engaging hospitality that is characterized by its unique Yes I Can!SM service philosophy. Radisson hotels are first-class, full-service hotels that offer a range of "World of Radisson" services and amenities that have been created specifically to be empathetic to the challenges of modern travel, including its 100% Guest Satisfaction Guarantee. Radisson is modern in outlook, socially responsible and service-driven. At its very heart, Radisson is a brand of true hoteliers who understand modern day travel, the complexities of life on the move and the solutions hotels must offer-no matter where in the world they may be. Radisson is committed to building meaningful, personal relationships and has a passion for Yes I Can! hospitality.
Radisson hotels are conveniently situated in major urban and suburban settings, in resort destinations, business districts and airport gateways.
Radisson can be found in the places guest need us the most - near airports, city centers and resorts. Current locations can be found in the Americas and Asia Pacific with plans in motion to expand even further throughout the world.
Tiered Branding
Radisson is a two-tiered brand offering a choice of an upper upscale hospitality experience at our Radisson Blu hotels or an upscale experience at our Radisson hotels. Radisson Blu flagship properties can be found globally in prime locations, including major cities, airport gateways and leisure destinations around the world.
Look for upscale Radisson hotels in major urban and suburban locations, as well as near airports and business districts around the world.
As of Year End 2018, Radisson has 217 hotels operating throughout the world with 38,940 rooms
and 104 hotels in the development pipeline with an additional 23,745 rooms.

Our initial Fee $500/room, $75,000 minimum



About Wyndham Garden

"Wyndham

Conveniently situated in key airport and suburban locations, Wyndham Garden offers thoughtful guest rooms, cozy lounges, and flexible meeting spaces to make your travels a bit easier.

The franchisee will use the Wyndham Garden® system to establish and operate an upscale select service Wyndham Garden guest lodging facility.

Strong partnership with our owners, along with one-on-one, personalized support,
is the backbone of our mutual success.