What is the range of the distribution system photographs fee for a Bw Premier Collection franchise?
Bw_Premier_Collection Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
s Fee
When we require before opening the Hotel, you must pay a distribution system photographs fee ("Distribution System Photographs Fee") ranging between $1,150 and $8,000 plus one room night's accommodation for the photographer (if needed) so that we can ensure our reservations system have up-to-date material. The Distribution System Photographs Fee is applied uniformly to all new prospective Hotel Owners of System Hotels and is non-refun
Source: Item 5 — Initial Fees (FDD pages 18–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bw Premier Collection's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, new hotel owners must pay a distribution system photographs fee before opening their hotel. This fee ranges from $1,150 to $8,000. In addition to this fee, the franchisee may also need to provide one room night's accommodation for the photographer, if required by Bw Premier Collection. This fee ensures that the Bw Premier Collection's reservation system has up-to-date visuals of the new hotel.
The Distribution System Photographs Fee is applied uniformly to all new prospective Hotel Owners of System Hotels and is non-refundable.
This fee is a one-time cost that franchisees should factor into their initial investment. The variability in the fee range suggests that the specific amount may depend on factors such as the size of the hotel, the number of rooms to be photographed, or the location of the hotel. Prospective franchisees should clarify with Bw Premier Collection the specific factors that determine the final cost of this fee for their particular hotel.