AmeriHost Franchise Systems vs Hyatt Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Hyatt Franchise
Investment $3,700,000 - $4,700,000$44,648,500 - $1,541,430,000
Franchise Fee N/A$60,000 - $100,000
Royalty Fee 4-5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19891957
Year Franchised 19982005
Term Of Agreement 15-20 years-
Term Of Agreement 15-20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Hyatt Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

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

Training & Support

 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Hyatt Franchise
Training Regional workshops-
Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations-
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
Hyatt 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 Hyatt

An upscale select service hotel with a modern attitude. Designed for multi-tasking travelers seeking a select service hotel, Hyatt Place properties offer smart design and a relaxed setting with a 24/7 guest kitchen and grab n go case. Located in urban, airport and suburban areas, Hyatt Place features casual hospitality in a contemporary, technology-enabled environment. Sixteen new Hyatt Place hotels opened in North America in 2010 and more than 30 are under development in the U.S., India, Panama, Costa Rica and the Netherlands.

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