To whom are the building construction payments made for an Atwell Suites hotel?
Atwell_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
s do not include the cost of land and contingency funds or other items that Holiday cannot estimate.
YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT FOR A 116-ROOM ATWELL SUITES® HOTEL:
| (Column 1) Type of Expenditure | (Column 2) Amount | (Column 3) Method of payment and when due | (Column 4) To whom payment\nis to be made |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $58,000 | Lump sum with application | Holiday |
| (Note 1) | |||
| Property Improvement Plan ("PIP") fee (Note 1) | $0 to $10,000 | Before you submit your application | Holiday |
| Land (1.5 to 2 acres) | As required | 3 rd parties | |
| (Note 2) |
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 56–65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Atwell Suites' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, payments for building construction, which range from $12,791,000 to $19,303,000, are made to suppliers as required. This substantial investment covers the physical structure of the hotel.
In addition to building construction, franchisees also make payments to suppliers for furniture, fixtures, and equipment, which range from $1,858,000 to $2,415,000, and for operating supplies and equipment, which range from $245,900 to $319,600. These payments are also made as required by the suppliers.
Prospective Atwell Suites franchisees should carefully consider these significant upfront costs and ensure they have sufficient capital to cover these expenses. It is important to establish strong relationships with reliable suppliers to manage these payments effectively and maintain project timelines.