What is the definition of 'Hotel Representative' for a Sonesta Simply Suites franchise?
Sonesta_Simply_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ees. See Note 9. |
| TYPE OF FEE | AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS (Note 1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Brand Training Fee | $1,500, plus reimbursement of our travel costs and expenses | As incurred | Currently, our initial brand training program is up to 4 days, conducted virtually, unless otherwise determined, at a cost of $1,500 plus reimbursement of our travel costs and expenses (in the event of in-person training), which we estimate to be up to $2,500. One of your Hotel Representative(s) (defined below) must complete our initial training for certification prior to opening or within 90- days of activating your Hotel in our system. If such Hotel Representative ceases to be employed by you, a new Hotel Representative will be required to attend the initial brand training program, and you will be required to pay this fee for them to attend. See Item 11. "Hotel Representative" refers to your general manager or other hotel representative having equivalent author |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 25–36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Sonesta Simply Suites' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a 'Hotel Representative' is defined as the franchisee's general manager or another hotel representative with equivalent authority and responsibilities, which can include the owner. This definition is important because Sonesta Simply Suites requires that one of the franchisee's Hotel Representatives complete the initial brand training program either before the hotel opens or within 90 days of the hotel being activated in their system.
This initial brand training program is up to 4 days and is conducted virtually, unless otherwise determined by Sonesta Simply Suites. The cost for this training is $1,500, plus reimbursement of travel costs and expenses if the training is conducted in person, which they estimate to be up to $2,500. If the Hotel Representative who completes the initial training subsequently leaves the franchisee's employment, a new Hotel Representative must attend the training, and the franchisee will be required to pay the fee again.
Therefore, it is crucial for a prospective Sonesta Simply Suites franchisee to understand who qualifies as a Hotel Representative and to ensure that this individual attends the required training within the specified timeframe to avoid any operational disruptions or additional costs. The franchisee should also factor in the potential cost of re-training if the initially trained representative leaves their position.