Are RFID Key Systems required for all Sonesta Simply Suites hotels?
Sonesta_Simply_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- Note 26 RFID Key Systems are required for all Brand Hotels.
This figure was calculated by dividing the total cost of the RFID Key System by number of Guest Rooms (and includes common area doors in the overall cost per Guest Room averages).
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT SONESTA SIMPLY SUITES (Note 1) – 100 ROOMS (FDD pages 36–42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Sonesta Simply Suites FDD, RFID Key Systems are required for all hotels operating under the brand. This requirement is detailed in Note 26 of Item 7, which discusses the estimated initial investment for a 100-room hotel. The cost for the RFID Key System is included in the overall cost per guest room averages, factoring in common area doors.
For prospective franchisees, this means that budgeting for an RFID Key System is mandatory. The estimated initial investment for the RFID Key System ranges from $0 to $70,000 for conversions and $50,000 to $70,000 for new constructions. The actual cost will depend on the number of guest rooms and common areas requiring the system, and franchisees will need to source these systems from approved suppliers.
The inclusion of RFID Key Systems as a brand standard reflects Sonesta Simply Suites' commitment to security and modern guest experience. Franchisees should factor this cost into their initial investment and ensure compliance with the brand's specifications for these systems.