AmeriHost Franchise Systems vs Four Points by Sheraton Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Four Points by Sheraton Franchise
Investment $3,700,000 - $4,700,000$9,400,610 - $25,923,410
Franchise Fee N/A$60,000
Royalty Fee 4-5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19892017
Year Franchised 19982017
Term Of Agreement 15-20 years-
Term Of Agreement 15-20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Four Points by Sheraton Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
AmeriHost Franchise Systems Franchise
Four Points by Sheraton 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
Four Points by Sheraton 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
Four Points by Sheraton 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 Four Points by Sheraton

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Marriott International is the world’s largest travel company, offering unmatched choice, like Four Points by Sheraton, for guests and driving unrivaled value for owners. With our expansive portfolio of brands, dynamic sales and marketing platform, and a global scale that drives efficiencies, our owners benefit from a clear competitive advantage and opportunity to maximize each hotel investment.