What must an Embassy Suites franchisee receive before starting construction of their hotel?
Embassy_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You may not start construction until you receive our approval.
Once you receive our approval, you may not make any changes to the plans without our advance consent (Franchise Agreement, Sections 6.1.2, 6.1.3 and 6.1.4).
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 53–67)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Embassy Suites's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must receive written approval from the franchisor before commencing any construction on their hotel. This approval is contingent upon the franchisor's review of the hotel's plans, layouts, specifications, drawings, and designs, including guest suite areas. The franchisor may grant or deny approval based on these reviews.
Embassy Suites may also condition its approval on the franchisee's architect or a certified professional providing certification that the plans comply with all laws related to accessibility, accommodations, and facilities for individuals with disabilities. This ensures that the hotel meets all legal requirements for accessibility before construction begins.
Once the franchisee receives approval from Embassy Suites, they are prohibited from making any changes to the approved plans without obtaining advance consent from the franchisor. This requirement ensures that the hotel is built according to the franchisor's standards and specifications, maintaining brand consistency and quality across all Embassy Suites locations.