To whom are the Even Hotels GDS Fees payable?
Even_Hotels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF FEE | AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDS Fees | $6.40 per reservation | Monthly (Payable to service provider) | Note 5 |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 30–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Even Hotels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the GDS (Global Distribution System) fees are payable to the service provider. These fees amount to $6.40 per reservation and are due monthly.
For a prospective Even Hotels franchisee, this means that each time a reservation is made through a GDS, the franchisee will be charged $6.40. This charge is in addition to other fees, such as royalty fees, marketing contributions, and other technology-related fees. It's important for franchisees to factor this cost into their operating budget and understand how it impacts their overall profitability.
GDS fees are a common expense in the hotel industry, as GDS systems are widely used by travel agents and other intermediaries to book hotel rooms. Franchisees should ensure they understand which service provider they are paying and if there are any options to negotiate these fees or optimize their GDS usage to minimize costs.