Last Updated on August 1, 2012 by DeanR
Park Inn by Radisson Franchise Information
Park Inn by Radisson is a franchise for a mid-market hotel. It was founded in 1986 and started franchising in 1993.
It is under Radisson together with Country Inn and Suites, Carlson, Park Plaza, and Club Carlson. It was acquired by Carlson Hotels in 2000 from Olympus Hospitality Group. In 2002, they started franchising through The Rezidor Hotel Group and offered it in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. In 2005, seven Event Hotels in Germany was converted to Park Inn. In just four years, they had 60 franchises in different countries such as Ireland, Germany, United Kingdom, and Sweden.
They reached the 100 mark in 2006 and made a partnership with Germanwings to have one of their planes painted in the brand colors of Park Inn. In 2008 to 2010, they expanded in other countries including Estonia, Czech Republic, Nigeria, Lithuania, Poland, Oman, Slovakia, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Tunisia. It was in 2010 that they extended their growth further more in the United States, Canada, and Asia Pacific. They now have six locations in the United States, three in Canada, and 108 in other countries.
What is the Park Inn service philosophy?
First is “Adding Color To Life”. Every location on Park Inn recognizes and practices this in ways of showing positive attitude and professionalism, genuine and attentive approach of staff, and making a memorable difference with each of their guests. Second in their philosophy is “Yes I Can!”. They say that this is what really sets them apart from their competition. This is the warmth that they share with every guest and the true to heart service they provide. These philosophies are being applied to every Park Inn around the world.
What features and amenities do they have in their guest rooms?
They usually have four types of rooms that may differ in amenities. There is the Guest Room, Corner Guest Room, One-bedroom Suite, two-bedroom Suite, and King Room. Some common amenities includes cable and satellite TV, clock radio, climate control, cribs upon request, coffee and tea maker, free high speed wireless internet access, desk, free newspaper, free toiletries, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, pets allowed, pay movies, shower or tub combination, rollaway beds, wake-up calls, voice mail, and wheelchair accessible. Other facilities and amenities within the hotel may include banquet facilities, bar or lounge, business center, conference rooms, exhibit space, fitness center, laundry facilities, gift shop, parking, restaurant, and parking.
Cost and requirements on running a Park Inn by Radisson franchise
Expect to be investing about $1,583,000 to $4,379,000. The cost of Park Inn by Radisson franchise fee is $35,000 with an on-going royalty fee of 4.5%. This is for a renewable 15 year term agreement.
What is included in the franchise package?
There will be one week training at the headquarters and one week at your location. You will be receiving newsletters and a toll free phone number. You will also receive assistance at the grand opening. You will be given access to the internet and to purchasing cooperatives. Expect to be attending meetings and receiving occasional field evaluations. For marketing support, there will be ad slicks, co-op advertising, regional advertising, and national media.
Park Inn by Radisson Contact Details
You may reach them at:
Address: 11340 Blondo Street Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68164
Phone: (800) 670-7275