Regarding Baymont Inn Suites' Facility requirements, what parameters must be defined and updated concerning the authorization to offer and accept reservations for rooms or services to third parties?

According to Baymont Inn Suites's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must define and update the parameters under which Baymont Inn Suites is authorized to offer and accept reservations for rooms or services at the facility to third parties. These parameters include, but are not limited to, the discount off the Rate of the Day, group size limits, amenities, packages, or other incentives. This ensures that Baymont Inn Suites can effectively manage reservations on behalf of the franchisee while adhering to the franchisee's specific business rules and strategies.

This requirement is part of the broader conditions for a Baymont Inn Suites facility's participation in the Remote Sales Service. Franchisees are also required to update their primary and secondary representatives as needed, actively participate with Baymont Inn Suites' representative to enable their ability to perform the service, be available to conduct in-person or virtual Facility tours, and promptly forward all inquiry leads, RFPs, and other sales-related calls or communications to Baymont Inn Suites. These measures are designed to facilitate smooth communication and efficient sales processes between the franchisee and Baymont Inn Suites.

Furthermore, Baymont Inn Suites retains the right to modify, replace, or add new services to those described in the agreement, providing reasonable notice to the franchisee without materially degrading the level of services received. This flexibility allows Baymont Inn Suites to adapt to changing market conditions and technological advancements, potentially benefiting franchisees through enhanced service offerings. The cost for these services is $1,400 per month.

Baymont Inn Suites also utilizes a group sales service called "Speed to Book," where hotels can respond to group sales leads, and a group block agreement between the hotel and the group is generated based on the rate information provided by the hotel. By participating in this program, franchisees authorize Baymont Inn Suites to respond to any group sales leads for the Facility on their behalf, subject to any eligibility requirements established by Baymont Inn Suites.