When is a Pre-Activation Re-Inspection Fee required for a Surestay Hotel By Best Western?
Surestay_Hotel_By_Best_Western Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must pay the Pre-Activation Re-Inspection Fee if your Hotel fails to complete the preactivation checklist prior to opening and we need to conduct a follow up inspection.
If your Hotel completes the pre-activation checklist, you will not be required to pay a Pre-Activation Re-Inspection Fee.
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 35–48)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Surestay Hotel By Best Western's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a Pre-Activation Re-Inspection Fee is required if the hotel fails to complete the pre-activation checklist before opening and Surestay Hotel By Best Western needs to conduct a follow-up inspection. However, the fee is not required if the hotel successfully completes the pre-activation checklist.
The Pre-Activation Re-Inspection Fee ranges from $0 to $2,500, and also includes the cost of a free room night for the inspector. This fee is paid as a lump sum to Surestay Hotel By Best Western, as required.
This fee is part of the initial investment needed to open a Surestay Hotel By Best Western franchise. Prospective franchisees should ensure they understand the pre-activation checklist requirements to avoid incurring this additional expense. Paying attention to detail and ensuring all requirements are met the first time can save franchisees a significant amount of money.