About Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Franchise
Country Inn and Suites by Radisson is an upper midscale hotel franchise under parent company Choice Hotels International, Inc., offering franchise opportunities since 1987.
Each property provides warm, residential style accommodations with amenities including complimentary breakfast, fitness centers, business centers, and the brand's signature lending library.
The brand caters to both business and leisure travelers seeking a comfortable, home like hotel experience.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$2.0M
Average Investment
$7.2M
Maximum Investment
$12.5M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $500 per room, with a $50,000 minimum, for new franchises; $750 per room, with a $65,000 minimum, for transfers and renewals | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.75% of the preceding month’s Gross Room Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2.5% of the preceding month’s GRR | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $1,953,039 – $12,477,789 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $2.0M–$12.5M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.75% of the preceding month’s Gross Room Revenues) and marketing fee (2.5% of the preceding month’s GRR) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Affiliation Fee | $50,000 | N/A |
| Construction-Related Extension Fee | $0 | $5,000 |
| Real Estate | $0 | $0 |
| Improvements | $1,050,000 | $9,403,000 |
| Design & Engineering Costs | $400,000 | $750,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment | $150,000 | $1,092,000 |
| Interior Design Review Fee | $0 | $15,000 |
| Architectural Plan Review Fee | $0 | $15,000 |
| Exterior Signage | $25,000 | $100,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $40,000 | $80,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $75,000 | $500,000 |
| ORACLE Opera Cloud PMS Initial Investment or Hardware to operate choiceADVANTAGE® property management system | $3,000 | $23,550 |
| choiceADVANTAGE® Software License and Systems Training | $8,750 | $10,750 |
| Training Registration Fees | $1,395 | $1,395 |
| WebExtraSM Fee | $2,394 | $3,344 |
| Start-Up Supplies | $8,000 | $10,000 |
| IDeaS Fees | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Insurance | $55,000 | $250,000 |
| Additional Funds 3 Months | $80,000 | $160,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | The then current affiliation fee or $65,000, whichever is greater (for 50%+ interest); $3,000 (for <50% equity interest); $0-$7,500 (Close Family Member Transfer) |
| Technology Fee | Reservation Fee: 1.25% of GRR; choiceADVANTAGE® Support Fee: $458-$755/month; Technology & Interface Connect Fee: $5.95 per sleeping room/month (max 100 rooms) + $1.70 per sleeping room/month (over 100, max 250 rooms); CrowdStrike: $60/month; Information Security/Payment Card Industry Support Fee: $200/year |
| Audit Fee | $1,000 - $6,000 (plus travel, lodging, meals, salaries, professional fees and other expenses) |
| Rewards Programs Fee | 5.0% of gross room revenue and gross food and beverage revenue generated by rewards program members |
| Airline Frequent Traveler Program Fee | 5% of room revenue generated by airline frequent travelers |
| Affiliate and Enhanced Reservations Program Commissions | Up to 10% |
| Marketing Processing Fee / Programs Processing Fee | $0.48 per transaction per eligible stay (Affiliate, FedRooms, GSA); $0.12 per transaction per eligible stay (Reward Program or CHERP) |
| Third Party Distribution Fee | $3.00 for each reservation |
| Global Distribution System (“GDS”) Fee | $7.70 for each reservation |
| Travel Agent and Other Reservation Based Commissions | 10% - 12% |
| Leisure Affinity Promotional Program | $2.50 per preferred room night fee (or up to 10% commission) |
| Egencia Preferred Program | $5.00 Choice Privileges fee covering 1,000 loyalty points |
| General Sales Agents (GSA) Fee | 5% commission |
| Platform Marketing Distribution | Up to 15% commission |
| FedRooms/DoD Program | 1.5% of room revenue per consumed stays |
| Choice Digital Registration | Approx. $250.00 each for tablets |
| Choice Revenue Management Program (“ChoiceRM”) | $770 - $1,750/month |
| ChoiceMAX Revenue Management System | $400 - $525/month |
| Annual Convention Registration Fee | $1,475 (Late $1,725) plus travel, lodging and living expenses |
| Educational Resources Program | $1,500 annually |
| Medallia Zingle Subscription Fee | $80 per month |
| Taxes | Amount assessed by federal, state and local tax authorities |
| Energy Collection & Measurement (ECM) Software Platform | $215 annually and up to $250 implementation/service |
| AHLA Dues | $4.50/per room annually |
| Non-Compliance Penalty | $35 - $25,000 per instance |
| Revenue Reporting Late Fee | 1.5% of the preceding month’s Royalty Fee, Reservation Fee and Marketing Fee |
| Interest | 1.5% of the delinquent amount |
| Reservation System Reinstatement Fee | $5,000 |
| Liquidated Damages | Formula based on sleeping rooms, months, and/or GRR |
| Intellectual Property Liquidated Damages | $2,500 per day |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 27 hours |
| Classroom Training | 27 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | None |
| Training Location | Any location with internet access |
| Additional Training | The Educational Resources Program ($1,500 annually) provides online training. Additional training may be required based on individual hotel needs, with tuition fees ranging from $49-$499, plus franchisee-covered travel, lodging, and living expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive, but exclusive territories may be granted under certain conditions |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Description | Franchises are granted for specific sites only. While generally non-exclusive, the franchisor may grant exclusive territories based on local market conditions, franchisee history, and the number of hotels franchised. The franchisor reserves the right to operate or franchise other brands at any location, including within a franchisee's area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 20 years |
| Transfer Fee | The then current affiliation fee or $65,000, whichever is greater |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers of more than 5% ownership require franchisor approval. Transferees must meet current franchisee qualifications, and the hotel must comply with brand image and standards. A controlling interest transfer requires signing the then-current franchise agreement and paying a re-licensing fee. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate for curable defaults (10 days for non-payment/reports, 30 days for other breaches) or non-curable defaults (e.g., threat of danger, abandonment, criminal behavior, unauthorized transfer, false statements, failure to open, insolvency, failure to maintain insurance, repeated defaults, damage to brand, unauthorized disclosure, or breach of other agreements). |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | While direct owner participation is not required, a certified General Manager must be present at the Hotel. This General Manager is not required to hold an ownership interest. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all designated products and services from franchisor-approved 'Qualified Vendors'. This includes Choice Mark-bearing items (signs, bath amenities), bedding, computer hardware, and other brand standard items. Start-up Supplies must be purchased directly from the franchisor, and certain software ancillary to the Property Management System must be licensed from the franchisor's affiliate. |
| Supply Restrictions | The franchisor may limit the number of Qualified Vendors to secure volume discounts and ensure consistent quality and supply. Approval for new vendors is required, and the franchisor can revoke Qualified Vendor status if standards are not met or competitiveness declines. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor receives commissions or rebates from Qualified Vendors, typically ranging from 1% to 2% (up to 20%) of net sales volume to franchisees, plus an annual flat fee. In 2022, revenues from required franchisee purchases of products and services totaled $55.8 million, representing about 4.30% of the franchisor's total revenues. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | The franchisor may offer to finance the affiliation fee without interest, typically due in one lump sum within three months. Additionally, the franchisor may provide selected capital support for strategically important properties, evidenced by a 10-15 year forgivable promissory note. A Diversity and Veteran Incentive Program offers $2,500 per room (max $250,000) via a 10-year forgivable promissory note for qualifying franchisees, or a 5-year note for 50% of the amount (max $125,000). |
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$65.53
Median Revenue
$64.15
Revenue Range
$13.83 – $131.86
Sample Size
420 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Litigation & Risk Flags
3 Pending Actions 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.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson System Growth
Total Units
433
Franchised
429
Company-Owned
4
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson currently operates 429 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 | 16 | 443 |
| 2021 | 8 | 8 | 443 |
| 2022 | 5 | 19 | 429 |
Transfers: 40 | Closures: 19
Public Figures (Item 18)
The following public figures are associated with this franchise: Arjun Atwal, Aditi Ashok
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI, OR
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$1401.9M
Net Income
$332.2M
Total Assets
$2102.2M
Audited by Ernst & Young LLP for year ending December 31.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Country Inn & Suites by Radisson franchise ranges from $1,953,039 to $12,477,789, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $500 per room, with a $50,000 minimum, for new franchises; $750 per room, with a $65,000 minimum, for transfers and renewals. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson charges a royalty fee of 5.75% of the preceding month’s Gross Room Revenues of gross sales, plus a 2.5% of the preceding month’s GRR contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson 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 Country Inn & Suites by Radisson to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson franchise owners report average revenue of $65.53 and median revenue of $64.15. This is based on a sample of 420 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson has been franchising since 1987. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,953,039-$12,477,789, a 5.75% of the preceding month’s Gross Room Revenues royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 3 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 $500 per room, with a $50,000 minimum, for new franchises; $750 per room, with a $65,000 minimum, for transfers and renewals and the total investment ranges from $1,953,039 to $12,477,789 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $80,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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