Where can I find information about the requirements for the Embassy Suites fitness center?

According to Embassy Suites's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, specific requirements for the fitness center can be found in the Brand Standards. Item 23 notes that more exact requirements may be set forth in the applicable Brand Standards and are subject to change by HSS or HDOC or their affiliates or subsidiaries from time to time. This means that franchisees need to consult the most current version of the Brand Standards to ensure compliance with all fitness center specifications.

For a prospective Embassy Suites franchisee, this implies that the FDD itself does not contain all the detailed specifications for the fitness center. Instead, franchisees must refer to the Brand Standards manual, which is subject to updates and modifications by Hilton or its affiliates. This highlights the importance of staying informed about any changes to the Brand Standards to maintain compliance.

It is common practice in franchising for detailed operational standards to be documented in a separate operations manual or brand standards guide, as these documents can be updated more frequently than the FDD. The FDD serves as a high-level overview, while the brand standards provide the granular details necessary for day-to-day operations. Therefore, prospective franchisees should request a copy of the current Brand Standards during their due diligence process to fully understand the requirements for operating an Embassy Suites fitness center.