Radisson vs Home2 Suites Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Radisson vs Home2 Suites including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Radisson Franchise
Home2 Suites Franchise
Investment $13,942,060 - $65,080,705$9,102,300 - $17,456,500
Franchise Fee $75,000$75,000
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee 2%3.5%
Year Founded 19622008
Year Franchised 19832009
Term Of Agreement 20 years22 years
Term Of Agreement 20 years22 years
Renewal Fee -Same as initial fee


Business Experience Requirements
 
Radisson Franchise
Home2 Suites Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Radisson Franchise
Home2 Suites Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/Yes
Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
Equipment No/No-/Yes
Inventory No/No-/Yes
Receivables No/No-/Yes
Payroll No/No-/Yes

Training & Support
 
Radisson Franchise
Home2 Suites 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: 1 hour Classroom Training: Varies
Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesPurchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertisingCo-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
Operations

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

 Number of Employees Required to Run: 30

Expansion Plans
 
Radisson Franchise
Home2 Suites Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion YesYes
International Expansion YesNo

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 Home2 Suites

Home2 Suites by Hilton, one of the fastest-growing brands in the history of Hilton, is a mid-tier, all-suite, award-winning extended-stay hotel concept designed to offer stylish accommodations with flexible guest room configurations and inspired amenities for the cost-conscious guest. With a commitment to environmentally friendly products and hotel operations, Home2 Suites offers complimentary breakfast selections with hundreds of combinations; innovative and customizable guest room designs; laundry and fitness areas; complimentary WiFi; multiple outdoor spaces; 24-hour business centers; expansive community spaces; and pet-friendly environments.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a newly constructed 107 suite Home2 Suites by Hilton hotel, excluding real property, is $9,111,295 to $17,474,775, including up to $236,995 that must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliates.

Veteran Incentives  Varies
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