Red Lion
Lodging & Hospitality · Hotels, Resorts
Description
What is Red Lion?
What sets Red Lion apart is its commitment to maintaining the individual character of each property while ensuring consistent, high-quality service standards across its network. Each location is thoughtfully designed to reflect the local community's culture while providing all the amenities modern travelers expect. The brand particularly excels in creating warm, inviting spaces that make guests feel at home, whether they're staying for a night or an extended period.
The franchise operates with a proven business model that emphasizes both guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. Their comprehensive support system includes robust training programs, sophisticated booking systems, and ongoing operational guidance. Franchisees benefit from Red Lion's established brand recognition and their strong marketing infrastructure, which helps drive consistent occupancy rates.
Red Lion Hotels particularly appeals to entrepreneurs who are passionate about hospitality and community building. The brand's focus on creating memorable guest experiences, combined with their strategic approach to property management, positions franchisees for success in the competitive hospitality market. With decades of experience in the industry, Red Lion continues to evolve and adapt to changing traveler preferences while maintaining its core values of quality, comfort, and genuine hospitality.
- 65 years of specialized cleaning service expertise since 1959
- Premium positioning in air duct and chimney cleaning market
- Established brand recognition in specialized maintenance services
- Selective franchise growth with 60 operating locations
- Mature franchise system with proven operational support
- Comprehensive technical training and equipment systems
Location Analysis
Where Red Lion wins
The franchise's geographic distribution spans from Hawaii, where it maintains a strategic presence, to its core strength in the Northeast. The strong concentration in Pennsylvania and New Jersey suggests successful market penetration in areas with high business activity and tourist flows. Texas and other Southern states represent significant growth opportunities given their population and business travel volumes.
Ideal locations for new Red Lion properties typically feature proximity to business districts, transportation hubs, or tourist attractions. Markets with strong corporate presence, convention centers, or steady leisure travel show the highest potential. Prospective franchisees should focus on mid-sized cities with limited upscale lodging options, particularly within the brand's established footprint where the operational model has proven successful. The current portfolio shows ongoing optimization efforts to maintain market effectiveness and operational efficiency.
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Financial Analysis
The numbers behind Red Lion
Financing partners
Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees
Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.
FranFund
CRF USA
Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.
First Bank of the Lake
Pension Pros
FDD Item 7
Initial investment range
Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $9,774,660 to $14,212,200. The midpoint $11,993,430 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.
Growth over time
Franchise footprint
2024 Franchise Disclosure
FDD documents
Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Red Lion's 2024 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.
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Buyer FAQs
Frequently asked questions
The initial investment for a Red Lion franchise typically ranges between $9,774,660.00 and $14,212,200.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.
Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) that is publicly available and that we have on record, which was issued in 2024. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. For the most current and detailed information, we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.
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