Radisson vs Atwell Suites Franchise Comparison
Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Radisson vs Atwell Suites including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
Investment |
$13,942,060 - $65,080,705 | $8,820,308 - $12,387,352 |
Franchise Fee |
$75,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee |
5% | 5% |
Advertising Fee |
2% | - |
Year Founded |
1962 | - |
Year Franchised |
1983 | - |
Term Of Agreement |
20 years | - |
Term Of Agreement |
20 years | - |
Renewal Fee |
- | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
Experience |
- | - |
Financing Options |
|
In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party |
Franchise Fees |
No/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs |
No/No | -/- |
Equipment |
No/No | -/- |
Inventory |
No/No | -/- |
Receivables |
No/No | -/- |
Payroll |
No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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
| - |
Support |
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | - |
Marketing |
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising | - |
Operations |
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. | - |
Expansion Plans |
US Expansion |
Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion |
Yes | - |
International Expansion |
Yes | 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 Atwell Suites
Atwell Suites™ is a new upper-midscale, all-suites hotel brand that brings inspiration to every journey.
The approximate total investment necessary to begin operation of a typical 96-room
Atwell Suites hotel, excluding land costs and and other matters, ranges
from $8,820,308 to $12,387,352 ($91,878 to $129,035 per guest room) or
more, including between $132,710 to $157,895 or more that must be paid
to the franchisor or an affiliate.