For a New Development, Conversion, Re-licensing, or Change of Ownership Application, what is the minimum Application Fee for an Atwell Suites franchise?
Atwell_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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Application Fee
Payment of the Application Fee must be made when you submit your Application. The Application Fee becomes non-refundable upon IHG approval of your Application.
For a New Development, Conversion, Re-licensing, and Change of Ownership Application, please calculate your Application Fee as follows (all fees are in US Dollars):
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Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 99–486)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Atwell Suites' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the application fee for a New Development, Conversion, Re-licensing, or Change of Ownership is calculated at $500 per guest room/suite, with a minimum fee of $50,000. This fee is payable when submitting the application and becomes non-refundable upon IHG's approval.
For a prospective Atwell Suites franchisee, this means that regardless of the number of rooms planned for the hotel, the minimum application fee will be $50,000. However, if the calculation of $500 per room exceeds $50,000, the franchisee will be responsible for the higher amount. For example, a hotel with 120 rooms would have an application fee of $60,000 (120 rooms x $500/room).
It's important to note that the application fee is non-refundable once IHG approves the application. Therefore, franchisees should carefully consider their decision before submitting the application and payment. This fee covers the initial costs associated with processing the application and evaluating the potential franchise location and the applicant's qualifications.
Prospective franchisees should also be aware that this application fee is separate from other fees that may be required during the franchise process, such as initial franchise fees, royalty fees, and marketing contributions. Understanding the full scope of these costs is crucial for making an informed investment decision.