What was the total number of Sonesta Select Sonesta Essential outlets in 2023?
Sonesta_Select_Sonesta_Essential Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired From Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total | 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — **OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 75–84)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Sonesta Select Sonesta Essential's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total number of outlets in 2023 was 0. This is based on the Systemwide Outlet Summary, which tracks the number of outlets at the start and end of the year, as well as outlets opened, reacquired, closed, and sold.
Specifically, the table indicates that at the start of 2023, there were 0 outlets. Throughout 2023, there were no outlets opened, reacquired from a franchisee, closed, or sold to a franchisee. Consequently, the number of outlets at the end of 2023 remained at 0.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a clear picture of the brand's growth and stability over the past three years. A prospective franchisee should further investigate the reasons behind these numbers to assess the potential risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Sonesta Select Sonesta Essential franchise.