About Radisson Inn & Suites Franchise
Radisson Inn & Suites is an upper-midscale, limited-service hotel franchise offering lodging services to business and leisure travelers.
Franchisees construct or convert and operate hotels under the Radisson Inn & Suites brand, providing guest accommodations, food and beverage services, and hospitality amenities.
The hotels are located primarily in suburban and urban markets and are designed to deliver a thoughtful customer experience through inviting design, warmth, comfort, and genuine connection.
Radisson Inn & Suites Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$2.2M
Average Investment
$7.8M
Maximum Investment
$13.4M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 or $450 per guestroom (whichever is greater) | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Total Rooms Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2.5% of Total Rooms Revenue (Service Fee) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $2,241,774 – $13,396,719 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $2.2M–$13.4M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Total Rooms Revenue) and marketing fee (2.5% of Total Rooms Revenue (Service Fee)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial License Fee | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Product Improvement Plan | $0 | $3,000 |
| Construction Commencement Date, Renovation Commencement Date or Opening Date Extension Fee | $0 | $2,000 |
| Real Estate | $0 | $0 |
| Improvements | $1,155,000 | $10,085,000 |
| Design & Engineering Costs | $525,000 | $655,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment | $165,000 | $1,450,000 |
| Architectural Plan Review Fee | $0 | $3,000 |
| Technical Services Fees | $0 | $1,500 |
| Exterior Signage | $25,000 | $100,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $55,000 | $80,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $115,000 | $500,000 |
| ORACLE Opera PMS Initial Investment | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Training Registration Fees and Expenses | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| WebExtra Fee | $2,394 | $3,644 |
| Start-Up Supplies | $8,000 | $10,000 |
| IDeaS Fees | $4,300 | $5,495 |
| Salesforce Community Fees | $330 | $330 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $110,000 | $225,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Amount of then-current Initial Fee or if transferring to an affiliate, greater of $5,000 or then-current administrative fee |
| Technology Fee | $8-$9 per guestroom per month (ORACLE Opera Cloud PMS); $5.95 per guestroom per month Technology & Interface Connect Fee; $1.70 per guestroom per month Technology & Interface Support Fee |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit if underpayment exceeds 3% |
| Reservation Fee | 1.25% of Total Rooms Revenue plus $3.00 per delivered reservation |
| Anti-Virus | $25 per workstation per year |
| PMS Payment Gateway License & Support Fee | $110-$120 per month |
| Medallia Zingle Oracle OXI Interface Fee | $0.30 per guestroom per month (max 200 guestrooms) |
| Brand Business Conference | $1,995 per attendee |
| Administrative Fee | $500-$5,000 per document |
| Product Improvement Plan | $3,000 |
| Construction Extension Fee | $0-$2,000 per month |
| Additional Guestrooms | $450 per guestroom |
| Revenue Optimization Program Fee | $7.25 per guestroom per month (max 500 rooms) |
| Information Security/Payment Card Fee | $200 per year |
| Redirected Call Program | $360 per year plus $2.00-$2.50 per call |
| Suspension Fee | $1,500 |
| Salesforce Communities Fees | $330 per year |
| CVent Private Label Technology Fee | $149 per year |
| WebExtra Annual Service Plan Fee | $1,258 per year |
| Medallia Zingle Subscription Fee | $80 per month |
| FedRooms/DoD Preferred Program Fees | 1.75% participation fee on compliant bookings |
| AH&LA Membership Dues | $4.50 per guestroom per year |
| Radisson Rewards Americas | 5% of Total Rooms Revenue per Member Stay plus 5% of F&B Revenue per Member Stay |
| Late Fees | 1.5% per month interest plus up to $100 per month late payment fee |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Varies by program; multiple training modules required |
| Classroom Training | 8-24 hours (New Hotel Orientation); 32 hours (Leadership Certification); 4-6 hours (Yes I Can! Trainer Certification); plus various online self-paced programs |
| On-the-Job Training | N/A for most programs; some include online training and self-study components |
| Training Location | Your Hotel (New Hotel Orientation, Living Responsible Business); Minneapolis, MN (Leadership Certification, Yes I Can!); Online and self-study (Radisson Academy Online, ORACLE Opera PMS, Lanyon, SalesForce, Medallia, Information Security, Revenue Management, Hotel Security) |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may offer additional mandatory or optional training via seminar, webinar, or electronic means. May periodically train General Manager, department heads, and other management personnel in specialized fields or new programs at additional cost. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive with possible Protected Area |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Negotiated on case-by-case basis |
| Description | Franchise is limited to a single Licensed Location with no exclusive territory rights. Franchisor may grant a Protected Area (negotiated area surrounding the Hotel) where franchisor will not operate or license another Radisson Inn & Suites hotel during the term, but retains extensive rights including operating other brands, using other systems and marks, and operating hotels acquired through mergers or acquisitions within the Protected Area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 20 years |
| Renewal Term | None |
| Renewal Conditions | No renewal or extension provision in the License Agreement |
| Transfer Fee | Amount of then-current Initial License Fee, or if transferring to an affiliate, greater of $5,000 or then-current administrative fee for transferring to an affiliate |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor must approve all transfers. Transferee must apply and sign then-current license agreement, comply with training requirements, complete renovation, pay then-current fee for Product Improvement Plan, pay other obligations in full, sign termination agreement and release, and pay the Transfer Fee. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate if franchisee defaults. Curable defaults: 10 days to cure monetary defaults, 30 days for other defaults (except 48 hours for defaults materially impairing goodwill). Non-curable defaults include insolvency, unsatisfied liens, foreclosure, failure to operate, felony conviction, 3 material defaults in 36-month period, underreporting revenue, material misrepresentations. |
| Non-Compete Period | Not applicable |
| Non-Compete Details | No non-competition covenants during or after the franchise term |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisee is not required to personally supervise the Hotel. A General Manager or professional management company approved by the franchisor must supervise day-to-day operations. The General Manager must meet minimum criteria, complete required training programs, and attend required orientation. The manager need not have an ownership interest in the franchise. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase Start-Up Supplies, Salesforce Community platform licenses, and reservation services from franchisor or designated suppliers. Must purchase ORACLE Opera PMS and related software from franchisor or approved suppliers. Many items including signage, furniture, fixtures, equipment, linen, OS&E, and various branded items must be purchased from approved or designated suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 75-90% of initial purchases and 15-25% of ongoing annual purchases must meet franchisor specifications from approved suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor and affiliates may receive payments from vendors based on franchisee purchases, including percentage of sales/revenue, fixed amounts, and volume discounts. No caps or limitations on amounts. As of FDD date, neither franchisor nor affiliates had received any such payments from Radisson Inn & Suites franchisee purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Key Money Loan Program: In select markets, franchisor or affiliate may offer financing ranging from $2,000 to $6,000 per rentable guestroom. No interest charged unless default. Loan payable in equal yearly installments over the term of the License Agreement. Loan funded within 30 days after Hotel opens. No prepayment penalties. |
Radisson Inn & Suites Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Radisson Inn & Suites does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Radisson Inn & Suites does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Radisson Inn & Suites Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Radisson Inn & Suites System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Radisson Inn & Suites currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Radisson Inn & Suites Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Radisson Inn & Suites franchise ranges from $2,241,774 to $13,396,719, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000 or $450 per guestroom (whichever is greater). The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Radisson Inn & Suites charges a royalty fee of 5% of Total Rooms Revenue of gross sales, plus a 2.5% of Total Rooms Revenue (Service Fee) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Radisson Inn & Suites Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Radisson Inn & Suites to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Radisson Inn & Suites does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Radisson Inn & Suites has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $2,241,774-$13,396,719, a 5% of Total Rooms Revenue royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $50,000 or $450 per guestroom (whichever is greater) and the total investment ranges from $2,241,774 to $13,396,719 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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