Best Western

Hotels operating under the Best Western system provide lodging for leisure and business travelers across midscale, upper-midscale, and upscale segments, including boutique and extended-stay formats, with guest rooms, internet access, breakfast, and related hotel amenities.

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Travel

Brand highlights

  • CEOLawrence M. Cuculic
  • Headquarters6201 N 24th Parkway, Phoenix, AZ, 85016
  • Year founded1957
  • Year started franchising2019
  • IndustryTravel
  • Locations open1878 (+80 last three years)

Statistics & metrics

  • Investment range$573,050 - $26,594,338
  • Franchise fee$45,000
  • Royalty3.5% or 5% of Property Room Revenue (“PRR”) as set forth in the Membership Agreement.
  • Brand fund$13.92 per room per month.
  • Required Liquid CapitalN/A
  • Required Net WorthN/A

Learn more about the Travel industry:

Travel franchises help clients plan and book vacations and business trips. This industry appeals to those who love to travel and want to help others explore the world.

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FDD insights

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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2022-04-25

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Location data

Total locations1878
Franchise locations1878
Corporate locations0
System growth over time

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