How many SureStay Collection by Best Western franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, SureStay Collection by Best Western has 4 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2016.

Can you get an SBA loan for a SureStay Collection by Best Western franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for SureStay Collection by Best Western franchises. Historical data shows 59 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for SureStay Collection by Best Western franchisees, with an average loan amount of $2,699,056. The historical default rate is 1.7%.

Is SureStay Collection by Best Western a good franchise to buy?

SureStay Collection by Best Western shows several positive indicators: low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

SureStay Collection by Best Western

SureStay Collection by Best Western offers licenses to hotel owners to convert existing hotels into branded System Hotels using the SureStay Collection marks and Best Western reservations systems. These are lower-midscale and upper economy hotels, ranging from full-service properties with meeting facilities to smaller, uniquely designed select-service hotels. The business model involves licensing the brand and system access, targeting leisure and business travelers seeking unique or historic hotel experiences.

Locations

$880K–$2917K

Investment

Since 2016

Franchising

Hospitality & LodgingPhoenix, AZBest Western International, Inc.www.surestayhotels.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$25,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$880,000 – $2,917,495

Low: $880,000High: $2,917,495

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

5.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

N/A

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$593 – $617

Item 6 of FDD

5% royalty + no ad fund + $41-$65/mo two-way support + $130/mo HMSS + $397/mo PMS support (100 rooms) + $25/mo GSS

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

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How SureStay Collection by Best Western Compares

Key Insights

Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Hotels

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
SureStay Collection by Best Western Current	$880K – $2.9M	$25K	5.0%	4
QUALITY INN	$317K – $2.0M	$45K	5.3%	1,621
SUPER 8	$4.7M – $6.9M	$25K	5.5%	1,375
DAYS INN, DAYS HOTEL AND DAYS INN & SUITES	$7.6M – $9.4M	$35K	5.5%	1,235
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES	$12.8M – $17.2M	$55K	5.5%	884
RED ROOF PLUS AND SUITES	$7.3M – $8.9M	$27K	5.0%	584
Hotels Average 34 franchises	$7.8M – $18.0M	$46K	5.2%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 34 Hotels franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States

1AZ

2LA

3MI

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SureStay Collection by Best Western franchisees (2018 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$2,699,056

Total Volume

$159.2M

Default Rate

1.7%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

5 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases2

Wrongful termination and breach of contract disputes, including one claim over right of first refusal.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a SureStay Collection by Best Western franchise ranges from $880,000 to $2,917,495. This includes a franchise fee of $25,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.