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Doubletree Hotels, Suites, Resorts, Clubs Franchise

Hotels & suites

With a rapidly growing collection of contemporary, upscale accommodations in more than 150 gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations through the U.S., Canada and Latin America, Doubletree® is a distinctively designed portfolio of properties that provides true comfort to today’s business and leisure travelers.

From millions of delighted hotel guests who are welcomed with the brand’s legendary, warm chocolate chip cookies at check-in to the advantages of the award-winning Hilton HHonors® guest reward program, Doubletree delivers a satisfying experience to its guests wherever their travels may take them.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Doubletree Hotels, Suites, Resorts, Clubs Franchises?

Total Cost: $24,500,000 USD -$39,000 USD ,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $75,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 4%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: Same as initial fee

Contact Information for Doubletree Hotels, Suites, Resorts, Clubs

Doubletree Hotels, Suites, Resorts, Clubs
9336 Civic Center Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA
90210

Phone Number: (310)278-4321
Toll Free: (800)286-0645
Fax Number: (310)205-7655

Franchise Homepage:

Doubletree Hotels, Suites, Resorts, Clubs In the Press

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Historical Expansion

In what year did Doubletree Hotels, Suites, Resorts, Clubs begin operations? 1969
When did Doubletree Hotels, Suites, Resorts, Clubs begin selling franchises? 1989

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2005 85 2 2 65
2004 72 2 2 77
2003 64 0 2 90
2002 47 0 2 104
2001 47 0 2 106

Future Expansion

Countries of Interest: Canada, Central America, Mexico, South America,

Franchise Financing Information

Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available?
Franchise Fee No No
Initial Start-up Capital No No
Plant, Property, and Equipment No No
Inventory No No
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Other Sources for Financing: 3rd-party financing available

Training & Support

Training
General manager training prior to certification for opening
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising support

Franchise Operation Restrictions

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 100

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information

    Can you buy this franchise for no money down? Yes
    What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
    Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
    Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
    Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
    Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
    Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes
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