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At a Glance
Products & Services: Hotels
Number of Locations: 161
Total Investment: $6.04M - 8.05M
Founded: 1995
Began Franchising: 1995
About Wingate by Wyndham
The first Wingate Inn hotel was opened in 1996. In 2007, the company became affiliated with Wyndham Worldwide and changed its name to Wingate by Wyndham. Typical amenities include a hot breakfast buffet, high-speed internet access, 24-hour business center, fitness center and pool.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2012 | 157 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 162 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 160 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 161 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units in the U.S.,Canada, Central America, Mexico.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $6,037,020 - $8,053,635
Franchise Fee: $36,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 4.5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 20 years
Franchise Fee: $36,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 4.5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 20 years
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 5 days. At franchisee's location: 2 days. Regional workshops, 1-3 days; customized property training, varies with fees
Ongoing Support: Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,
Other marketing support: Online, trade shows
Franchise Ranking History
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