How many Sonesta Simply Suites locations were operating in Alabama at the start of 2022?
Sonesta_Simply_Suites 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 74–79)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Sonesta Simply Suites's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 2 locations operating in Alabama at the start of 2022. The FDD provides a detailed table outlining the number of outlets at the start of the year, outlets opened, reacquired, closed, sold, and the number of outlets at the end of the year for various states. This information is crucial for prospective franchisees to understand the brand's existing footprint and growth trajectory in specific regions.
The table shows that in 2022, no new Sonesta Simply Suites locations opened, reacquired, closed, or were sold to franchisees in Alabama. As a result, the number of outlets remained constant at 2 throughout the year. This stable presence could indicate a steady market or a deliberate strategy by the franchisor in that particular state.
For a potential franchisee, this data offers insights into the brand's market penetration and stability in Alabama. It's important to consider this information in conjunction with other factors, such as local market conditions, competition, and the franchisor's future development plans for the region. Further investigation into why there were no changes in outlet numbers during 2022 could provide a more comprehensive understanding of the market dynamics.