Scottish Inns vs Element Hotels Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Scottish Inns Franchise
Element Hotels Franchise
Investment $133,600 - $2,602,000$10,972,610 - $30,445,500
Franchise Fee $6,000 - $16,000$60,000
Royalty Fee 3%5.5%
Advertising Fee 2.5%-
Year Founded -1997
Year Franchised -2017
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Scottish Inns Franchise
Element Hotels Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Scottish Inns Franchise
Element Hotels Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
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Training & Support

 
Scottish Inns Franchise
Element Hotels Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing Hospitality International's Marketing Team works in concert with the Franchise Development Team for the purpose of finding new resources to attract new guests and to retain the current guest base of our franchised locations. In addition, the two teams collaborate to discover creative and cost effective ways to promote Hospitality International's five brands to encourage brand recognition and loyalty. Increasing Reservations is a key component of the Marketing Department's responsibility. Therefore, Corporate Discount Programs, Advertising and E-commerce efforts all combine to support and enhance our Reservation Services.-
Operations --

Expansion Plans

 
Scottish Inns Franchise
Element Hotels Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

About Scottish Inns

The Scottish Inns name has provided travelers with a clean and consistent economy, limited service lodging option that they can identify with and "A Good Night's Sleep" since 1967.

 
Since that beginning, Scottish Inns and Scottish Inns & Suites have provided a great value in the franchise arena for owners who seek to maximize the "bottom line" of their investments and enjoy the opportunity of managing their own facilities and room rates.
 
As a franchisee of Hospitality International, Inc., you can expect no costly surprises and fair, consistent treatment and respect from your corporate franchise staff. You can also rely on personal and prompt common sense service while benefiting from the support and discounts available through our local, regional and national marketing campaigns.
 
With a Hospitality International franchise, you, the owner, can also get "A Good Night's Sleep".

About Element Hotels

"Element

Inspired by Westin, Element® is transforming the extended stay segment with bright, modern design, eco-conscious practices and an innovative guest experience that resonates with today’s traveler. From spacious guest rooms featuring fully equipped kitchens to spa-inspired bathrooms, guests have space to live their lives.
Element is a smarter, better place to stay.