Newton, MA – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced that The Royal Sonesta brand is now available for franchising in the U.S. The Royal Sonesta is a collection of unique hotels in some of the world’s most exciting travel destinations that now provides franchisees an Upper Upscale option perfect for city and leisure destinations. The Royal Sonesta franchise offering advances Sonesta’s global development strategy by adding a high-end brand to Sonesta’s franchise portfolio.

The introduction of The Royal Sonesta to our franchise portfolio marks a major step in Sonesta’s evolution as an industry leader. We’re excited to create new ways to expand our brands and provide franchisees a diverse portfolio across the upper upscale, upscale, midscale, extended-stay and economy segments. Sonesta Chief Development Officer, Brian Quinn

In September 2021, Sonesta Franchising debuted in the U.S. with a complete platform of franchise services, hotel operations and franchise support. It features 13 industry-leading brands with a wide range of hotel service levels to meet travelers’ needs. Now, franchisees can benefit from the ability to franchise The Royal Sonesta, which redefines upscale travel with properties in exciting destinations, gourmet culinary options, noteworthy meeting and event spaces and high touch service.

Sonesta Chief Marketing and Brand Officer, Elizabeth Harlow, said: The Royal Sonesta draws inspiration from each hotel’s local surroundings to create innovative spaces with sophisticated design, memorable cuisine and dynamic programming. The Royal Sonesta provides our guests with the royal treatment through elevated hospitality that is warm, comfortable and intimate and creates unforgettable moments with a personal touch delivered in a welcoming environment.

About Sonesta

Sonesta is the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. according to Smith Travel Research (STR) with approximately 1,100 properties totaling 100,000 guest rooms across 13 brands in eight countries. Sonesta owns, manages and/or franchises under The Royal Sonesta; The James, Classico Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels & Resorts; MOD Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Select Hotels; Sonesta Essential Hotels, Sonesta ES Suites, Sonesta Simply Suites, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta; Signature Inn by Sonesta; Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta. Redefining hospitality through its award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program, Sonesta offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for unparalleled value and personalized experiences. Sonesta Travel Pass members receive the best rates, earn immediate points towards free nights, and accelerated status progression based on stays. Join now at https://www.sonesta.com/join-travel-pass. For more information about Sonesta visit Sonesta.com and to explore joining our portfolio visit Franchise.Sonesta.com, email [email protected] or call 617.658.1596.