What is the estimated range for operating supplies and equipment for an Atwell Suites hotel?
Atwell_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
cense. At Holiday's discretion, Holiday may allow a Custom Design Review for a fee of $35,000. Should Holiday allow a custom design, it must follow IHG's custom design review process.
The typical costs for the furniture, fixtures and equipment components of the complimentary breakfast offering, which, when combined with the operating equipment and supplies for same disclosed in Note 3 above and Note 5 below, totals a minimum of $33,300 are included in this estimate for a 116-room Atwell Suites Hotel (however, hotels with high multiple occupancies may incur greater costs) and may be payable to Holiday and/or its affiliates.
Note 5: The estimates for this category include the base supply and stock of equipment and supplies necessary to begin operations of the hotel to comply with the Standards. Examples of these items would include: hardware, tools, linens, employee uniforms, housekeeping supplies, office and guestroom equipment, paper goods, office and cleaning supplies, shelving and storage, glass and china ware, utensils, banquet equipment, a
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 56–65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Atwell Suites' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial investment for operating supplies and equipment is included within the broader estimates provided in Item 7. Note 5 clarifies that these estimates cover the base supply and stock of equipment and supplies necessary to begin hotel operations in compliance with Atwell Suites' standards. These include items such as hardware, tools, linens, employee uniforms, housekeeping supplies, office and guestroom equipment, paper goods, office and cleaning supplies, shelving and storage, glassware and china, utensils, banquet equipment, and amenities. The estimates also account for operating supplies required to provide a complimentary hot breakfast to guests, as mandated by Atwell Suites' standards.
For a 116-room Atwell Suites hotel, the typical costs for furniture, fixtures, and equipment components of the complimentary breakfast offering, when combined with the operating equipment and supplies, total a minimum of $33,300. However, the FDD notes that hotels with high multiple occupancies may incur greater costs. This figure is part of the overall initial investment estimate for a 116-room hotel, but the specific breakdown for operating supplies and equipment alone is not provided separately.
Prospective franchisees should carefully review Note 5 in Item 7 of the FDD to understand the scope of items included in the operating supplies and equipment estimate. Given that the exact range for operating supplies and equipment is not explicitly stated, it is crucial for potential franchisees to discuss these costs in detail with Atwell Suites and to conduct their own due diligence. This includes obtaining detailed quotes from suppliers to ensure accurate budgeting and to account for any specific needs or variations based on the hotel's location and operational plans. Understanding these costs is essential for assessing the overall financial feasibility of the franchise.