Holiday Inn charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Holiday Inn franchise is approximately 8.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $556/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Holiday Inn has been involved in 8 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 4 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the Holiday Inn franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Holiday Inn offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

Holiday Inn currently operates 534 locations (2025 FDD) (533 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system contracted by 1.7% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -1.0%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Holiday Inn is 3.1% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

The initial franchise agreement term for Holiday Inn is 20 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 20 years.

Holiday Inn's post-termination non-compete clause lasts 0 years after termination or expiration (2025 FDD).

No, Holiday Inn's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.

Holiday Inn provides 208 hours of initial training (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a annual basis.

Holiday Inn does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.