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Travelodge vs ASCEND HOTEL COLLECTION

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Travelodge and ASCEND HOTEL COLLECTION are lodging franchises. Travelodge requires an investment of $219K – $10.9M while ASCEND HOTEL COLLECTION requires $188K – $11.8M. On SBA loan performance, ASCEND HOTEL COLLECTION has a lower charge-off rate (0.0%) compared to Travelodge (8.2%). FranchiseVerdict rates Travelodge A (Top Quintile) and ASCEND HOTEL COLLECTION A (Top Quintile).

Investment Range
$219K – $10.9M
$188K – $11.8M
Franchise Fee
$35K
$45K
Royalty Rate
5.0%
5.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
N/A
N/A
SBA Charge-Off Rate
8.2% (243 loans)
0.0% (32 loans)
Total Units
339
177
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
1996
2008
FDD Year
2024
2024