What is the current Annual QA Assessment fee for a Surestay Hotel By Best Western?
Surestay_Hotel_By_Best_Western Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commission Junction | 10% of GRR for each reservation associated with a banner. See Note 1. | Due and payable monthly upon statement receipt. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 24–35)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Surestay Hotel By Best Western's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the current Annual QA Assessment fee is $1,000. This fee is due and payable monthly upon statement receipt and is charged following the annual Quality Assurance assessment.
This means that each year, Surestay Hotel By Best Western will conduct an assessment of the franchisee's hotel to ensure it meets the brand's quality standards. After the assessment, the franchisee will be billed $1,000, which must be paid upon receipt of the statement. This fee is in addition to other fees outlined in the FDD, such as the Guest Service Satisfaction (GSS) Program fee and various optional program fees.
Prospective franchisees should factor this annual assessment fee into their operating budget. It is important to maintain the standards of the Surestay Hotel By Best Western brand, as failure to do so could result in additional fees or penalties, such as the Overall Experience Threshold Fee of $2,500 for failing to meet guest satisfaction thresholds.