What is the estimated range for the Phone System for a new construction Sonesta Simply Suites?
Sonesta_Simply_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type Of Expenditure | Amount Conversion | New Construction | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phone System | $0 to | $30,000 to | As arranged | As arranged | Suppliers |
| (Note 27) | $60,000 | $60,000 |
- Note 27 We require a minimum of one phone per Guest Room.
If you are converting an existing hotel to a Brand Hotel, you may use Cat3 cabling.
If you are constructing a new Brand Hotel, you must use an IP based phone system.
The cost to implement a new phone system will
vary depending on the number of Guest Rooms and features provided with the phone system. You must also purchase a telephone service in the form of analog phone lines, primary rate interface (PRI), or SIP to provide connectivity for the phone lines.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES (Note 1) – 100 ROOMS (FDD pages 36–42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Sonesta Simply Suites's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment for a phone system for new construction is between $30,000 and $60,000. This estimate is based on a 100-room hotel. The method of payment is arranged with suppliers, and payment is due before opening.
The FDD specifies that for new construction, an IP-based phone system must be used. The cost can vary based on the number of guest rooms and the features of the phone system. Franchisees must purchase telephone service through analog phone lines, primary rate interface (PRI), or SIP to provide connectivity for the phone lines.
This cost is paid to suppliers. It is important to note that the actual cost may vary depending on the specific system chosen and the installation requirements of the property. Franchisees should obtain detailed quotes from approved suppliers to accurately budget for this expense.