AmeriHost Franchise Systems vs Radisson RED Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Radisson RED Franchise
Investment $3,700,000 - $4,700,000$7,180,738 - $33,494,350
Franchise Fee N/A$75,000
Royalty Fee 4-5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1989-
Year Franchised 1998-
Term Of Agreement 15-20 years-
Term Of Agreement 15-20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Radisson RED Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Radisson RED 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
Radisson RED 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
Radisson RED Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion YesYes

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 Radisson RED

"Radisson

Fueled by art, music and fashion.
Radisson RED is a new hotel philosophy where lifestyle, not luxury, is the inspiration.
Its design is bold, alive and inspirational. It connects with an ageless mindset and sets expectations of an open, articulate and impeccably delivered lifestyle select experience.
Radisson RED's flexible service concept include staff that caters to the DIY attitude of our guests, and believe that hotels can enhance their world via art, music and fashion.