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At a Glance
Products & Services: Economy lodging
Number of Locations: 1,021
Total Investment: $2.09M - 2.91M
Founded: 1962
Began Franchising: 1996
About Motel 6
The first Motel 6, opened in Santa Barbara, California, in 1962, got its name from its room rates: $6 a night. Though its prices have necessarily risen over time, that original location is still open. The hotel chain was acquired by Accor in 1990, and began franchising in 1996.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2012 | 483 | 17 | 0 | 521 |
| 2011 | 406 | 17 | 0 | 605 |
| 2010 | 359 | 12 | 0 | 632 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $2,094,000 - $2,909,900
Franchise Fee: $25,000 - $35,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10-15 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $25,000 - $35,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10-15 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $1,500,000
Liquid Cash Available: $300,000
Operations
10% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2 - 10. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (70% of current franchisees are owner/operators).How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 1 week. Available at franchisee's location. Annual convention
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing Support: Ad slicks, National media,
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