Description of franchise system

COUNTRY INNS & SUITES BY CARLSON is part of Minneapolis-based Carlson Hotels Worldwide. Their operation also includes Radisson Hotels & Resorts; Regent Hotels & Resorts; Park Plaza; and Park Inn Hotels & Resorts.

Curtis Carlson established Country Inns & Suites in 1987 as part of his collection of restaurants and hotels, which included the TGI Friday's and Radisson Hotels. These hotels, located in rural and metropolitan areas, feature single-bedroom studios and suites that may also be equipped with microwaves and refrigerators.

Country Inns has attractive meeting rooms for people traveling on business. They offer breakfast rooms and lobbies that are easily used for business meetings and gathering places. These attractive places also give the advantage of laundry conveniences, exercise areas, and pools. Every guest is offered complimentary cookies, a morning paper and breakfast, and every hotel allows children to stay for free if an adult accompanies them.

In this rapidly growing industry, one brand stands out from all the rest. Country Inns & Suites By Carlson has a distinctive design that reflects a fervor for hospitality. And with more than 380 locations already open and over 100 in development, Country Inns & Suites is quickly becoming the best concept in the hotel business. 

Country Inns & Suites has grown worldwide because of an aptitude for adapting to various kinds of markets and requirements into their franchise system. From the second a guest comes into a Country Inns & Suites location, the difference is already evident. The external architecture is inviting and distinctive. Inside every building there are special touches in the design that express the welcoming nature of a home. All through the lobby area, guest rooms and breakfast room, a friendly, charming atmosphere gives a distinctive ambiance that truly sets Country Inns & Suites apart.

Country Inns & Suites consistently sets the highest standard in interior decor and location design, with operations and services that please owners and guests alike. The company is quickly becoming known as one of the most stimulating hotel concepts in the whole industry.

Franchise concept

When you become Country Inns & Suites franchise partner you will join a knowledgeable team that works tirelessly to help you in every area of the operation and development of your location. After qualifying for a Country Inns & Suites franchise , the company’s franchise team will assist you in market & site assessment, review of architectural plans, and lender introduction.

You will also receive Franchise owner orientation, Country brand orientation, On-site staff training, an 1-800 number, and Reservation Center conferences.

In addition, the Country Inns & Suites toll-free reservation system is the very best in the business, giving you a multitude of convenient, instantaneous services for travel agents and guests.

Franchise partner profile

If you are interested in the lucrative advantages of the hotel business and the solid support of the Country Inns & Suites franchise system , fill out the information below and see if Country Inns & Suites is the right franchise opportunity for you!

Facts

Standard information

Country of origin	USA
Company foundation (nat / worldwide)	1986 / 1986
First franchising (nat / worldwide)	1991 / 1987
Country of data	USA
Total investment (nat)	3.173.600 USD
Initial entry fee	40.000 USD
Royalty	3,5 - 4,5 %
Advertising fee	2,5 %
Type of contract	Franchise-System Licence Cooperatives Others
Renewal fee
Master licenses available

Priority development	• China • Denmark • Korea • Malaysia • Switzerland

Minimum turnover
Pilot unit in the country of data
Internal purchase
Mark-up of goods

Financial support

Training activities

Training content

Management support

Ideal franchisee profile

News

29.10.2008

Carlson Hotels Worldwide signs 33 new properties

Carlson Hotels Worldwide has announced that it has signed franchise or management agreements for 33 new properties in the third quarter of 2008. According to the information provided, the new hotel... » Read more