Hawthorn Suites is an extended-stay hotel franchise system owned by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, operating 71 franchised units in the US. The franchise targets the extended-stay and shorter transient markets with all-suite properties featuring full kitchens. Investment ranges from $329K for conversion facilities to $14.3M for new construction, with a $40,000 franchise fee. The franchise requires 5.5% royalty and 2.5% marketing contribution. Notable features include a 20-year initial term with NO renewal rights, which is highly unusual in franchising. The system allows semi-absentee ownership with qualified managers. Territory protection is negotiated case-by-case. The brand faces litigation including class action antitrust suits. Financial performance data is provided but limited to operational metrics rather than profitability.
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