What is the commission rate for HelmsBriscoe and HotelPlanner group bookings for Bw Premier Collection?
Bw_Premier_Collection Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Commissions | As negotiated between the Hotel and client. 10% commission on Gross Rooms Revenue2 for HelmsBriscoe and HotelPlanner. | Due and payable monthly upon statement receipt. | We centrally pay group commissions for worldwide sales group intermediary partners (currently HelmsBriscoe and HotelPlanner) after receiving confirmation of the group pick up and commission due from the Hotel. Hotel is then charged on the next monthly statement. |
Source: Item 6 — Other Fees (FDD pages 19–26)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bw Premier Collection's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the commission rate for group bookings made through HelmsBriscoe and HotelPlanner is 10% of Gross Rooms Revenue. This commission is part of the 'Group Commissions' fee, which Bw Premier Collection centrally pays to these worldwide sales group intermediary partners.
Bw Premier Collection hotels are charged this commission on their next monthly statement after confirmation of the group pick up and the commission due. Gross Rooms Revenue, as defined in the Distribution Agreement, includes revenue from guest room rentals, sales, use, or occupancy, covering cash and credit transactions, whether or not collected by the hotel, and any proceeds from business interruption insurance. However, it excludes taxes, revenue from telephone services, movie rentals, vending machines, room service, parking, and food and beverage sales.
This arrangement means that Bw Premier Collection franchisees benefit from a centralized commission payment system for these major group booking partners. The franchisee does not directly pay HelmsBriscoe or HotelPlanner; instead, Bw Premier Collection handles the payment and then charges the franchisee. This simplifies the payment process for franchisees and ensures that commissions are paid accurately and on time. Franchisees should be aware of this 10% commission when forecasting revenue and managing expenses.
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand how Gross Rooms Revenue is defined, as this definition determines the base amount upon which the 10% commission is calculated. By understanding what is included and excluded from Gross Rooms Revenue, franchisees can accurately project their commission expenses related to group bookings through HelmsBriscoe and HotelPlanner.