When does the Sonesta Select Sonesta Essential Franchise Agreement become effective?
Sonesta_Select_Sonesta_Essential Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| THIS FRANCHISE AGREEMENT (this "Agreement") is entered into and made effective as of the | |
|---|---|
| date of our signature on the signature page (the "Effective Date") by and between SONESTA RL HOTELS | |
| FRANCHISING INC., a Washington corporation with a principal business address at 400 Centre Street, | |
| Newton, Massachusetts 02458 ("we," "us," or "our"), and | , a(n) |
| , whose principal business address is | |
| ("you"), and pertains to the hotel (your "Hotel") located (or to be located) at | |
| (the "Premises"). |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 84)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Sonesta Select Sonesta Essential Franchise Agreement becomes effective on the date that Sonesta Select Sonesta Essential signs the agreement. This date is referred to as the "Effective Date."
This means that all the terms, conditions, and obligations outlined in the Franchise Agreement become legally binding on both Sonesta Select Sonesta Essential and the franchisee from that date forward. It marks the official commencement of the franchise relationship and the franchisee's rights and responsibilities to operate a Sonesta Select or Sonesta Essential hotel.
Prospective franchisees should pay close attention to this date, as it triggers various timelines and obligations, such as site selection, training, pre-opening preparations, and payment schedules. Franchisees should ensure they fully understand all requirements tied to the Effective Date to avoid any potential breaches of contract.