What is the current range for Training Program Fees for an Embassy Suites By Hilton?
Embassy_Suites_By_Hilton Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF FEE | AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | |||
| Franchise Application Fee – New Development or Conversion | $100,000, plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250. | With Application. | See Note 1. |
| Franchise Application Fee – Change of Ownership | $200,000 | With Application. | See Note 1. |
| Franchise Application Fee – Re-licensing | $100,000 | With Application. | See Note 1. |
| Property Improvement Plan ("PIP") Fee | $10,000 | Before PIP inspection is scheduled. | Payable to prepare a PIP for a Conversion, Change of Ownership, or Re-licensing of an existing hotel. In some circumstances, we may waive the PIP fee or apply the PIP fee |
| TYPE OF FEE | AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS towards the payment of the Franchise Application Fee, but we are not obligated to do so. |
| Construction or Renovation Work Extension Fee | $10,000 | With written request for extension. | You must start and complete the construction work or renovation work at your Hotel by the dates specified in your Franchise Agreement. See Note 2. |
| Computer System Fees | |||
| OnQ Computer | Currently, between | As agreed. | See Note 3. |
| System Fees – | $70,576 | ||
| Hardware, Software | and | ||
| & Installation | $151,184. | ||
| Other Initial Start Up Fees | Currently, $6,500. | As incurred before opening. | This includes the initial set up fees for the GRO system, a Digital Floor Plan, and the Hilton Opening Transition Tool, which are separate from the OnQ system listed above. See Note 3. |
| Spa Services | |||
| Initial Fee | $25,000 | When you sign the Eforea Spa Amendment. | See Note 4. |
| Training | |||
| Training Program Fees | Currently, $5,000 to $17,500. | As agreed. | We provide required training programs and materials that your general manager and other personnel in key functions must complete before opening a new Brand hotel. We may charge you for the training services and materials, including any Pre Opening Training Resources. You must also bear the cost of wages, travel, lodging, food, and other expe |
Source: Item 5 — INITIAL FEES (FDD pages 22–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Embassy Suites By Hilton's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the current range for training program fees is $5,000 to $17,500. These fees cover the required training programs and materials that the general manager and other key personnel must complete before opening a new Embassy Suites By Hilton hotel. This training is a crucial part of ensuring that the hotel operates according to Embassy Suites By Hilton's standards from day one.
However, the training program fees do not cover all costs associated with training. As a prospective franchisee, it's important to note that you are also responsible for the wages, travel, lodging, food, and other expenses for your general manager and any other staff members attending the training. These additional costs can significantly increase the overall investment required for training, so it's essential to factor them into your budget.
Item 11 of the Embassy Suites By Hilton 2025 FDD provides further details about the training program. Reviewing this section will give you a more comprehensive understanding of the training requirements, content, and any additional costs you may incur. Understanding the full scope of training-related expenses is crucial for accurate financial planning and ensuring a smooth launch for your Embassy Suites By Hilton franchise.