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At a Glance
Products & Services: Economy hotels
Number of Locations: 340
Total Investment: $3.75M - 4.95M
Founded: 1972
Began Franchising: 1996
Private Owned
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 139 | 0 | 0 | 201 |
| 2010 | 139 | 0 | 0 | 203 |
| 2009 | 135 | 0 | 0 | 208 |
| 2008 | 128 | 0 | 0 | 214 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $3,745,200 - $4,945,450
Franchise Fee: $27,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 4.5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 20 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $27,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 4.5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 20 years, renewable
How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 2 weeks. At franchisee's location: 3 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations,
Marketing Support: Ad slicks, National media,