Frequently Asked Questions

If you franchise with Magnuson Hotels, there are certain guidelines in place to maintain consistency across the network, such as signage. However, our standards are less restrictive compared to many other corporate franchise brands. We don’t require expensive renovations or mandatory upgrades. Your hotel’s unique character and condition are valued, and you have full control over any improvements you choose to make.

Typically, when you franchise with Magnuson Hotels, you can adopt the Magnuson brand name or choose a co-branded name that combines your existing identity with ours. This helps strengthen your hotel’s presence while benefiting from our expert brand management and digital marketing tailored for hotels.

You’ll receive assistance with distribution via our online booking engine for hotels, access to advanced hotel revenue management software, marketing tools, and a dedicated advisor experienced in hotel reservation management software and CRM for the hotel industry.

Yes, franchising involves adhering to brand standards to ensure consistency across the network. However, we do not require costly renovations or forced upgrades. Your hotel’s unique character and condition are respected, and you control any improvements.

We charge a fixed monthly commission based on your overall revenue. This transparent model aligns our success with yours—no hidden fees or separate marketing charges, unlike some central reservation systems in hotels that charge only revenue-based fees.

Yes. Our franchise system supports integration with top hotel PMS systems and online hotel property management software, helping reduce OTA dependency over time via our hotel internet booking engine and direct booking solutions.

Most franchise hotels are operational within 30 days, using our cloud-based hotel management system and hotel front desk software. We guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process.

Yes! We encourage networking with existing franchise partners to share experiences with hotel CRM systems and revenue optimization in hotels.

Franchise fees include an initial franchise fee. Pricing varies by property size and location. Software like hotel reservation platforms, booking system PMS, or hotel check-in software are typically included without additional charges.

You retain full control over pricing. We provide access to recommended pricing strategies through hotel revenue management services and hotel revenue management tools to help optimize room revenue management and maximize profitability.

No. We do not mandate any renovations or upgrades. Your hotel’s unique appeal and condition remain your choice to maintain or improve.

Absolutely. Franchisees are encouraged to engage in sustainability and community programs that reflect local values, with support and recognition from our hotel brand management and digital marketing consultants for hotels.

Contact our franchise development team or fill out our inquiry form. We’ll assess your hotel’s PMS capabilities, booking system integration, and compatibility with our online hotel property management software.

Yes. You have full freedom to keep your trusted vendors. We do not mandate or require you to use specific suppliers.

Yes. While adhering to brand standards, franchisees are encouraged to add local touches and personalized services that enhance guest satisfaction, supported by hotel CRM systems and hotel reservation platforms.

Magnuson provides an OTA-alternative distribution system that connects you directly to over 650,000 global travel agents through the GDS, along with major online travel platforms. This approach reduces your reliance on high-commission OTAs, helping lower costs while increasing the average length of stay, rate of return, and direct booking stability from essential business travel segments.