Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
Hospitality · Hotels & Extended Stay
- Active units
- 71
- Royalty
- 5.5%
Franchised, year-end 2024
of weekly Net Sales
About Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
Welcome to Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham Abu Dhabi City Center, a luxurious 4-star hotel located on the stunning Abu Dhabi Corniche, with breathtaking views of Lulu Island and the Arabian Sea. Our prime location puts us just minutes away from the bustling business district of Abu Dhabi. Our hotel offers a selection of 136 elegant and beautifully furnished guest rooms, as well as spacious one and two-bedroom suites equipped with fully equipped kitchens. Whether you choose a Deluxe Double Room or a Deluxe Twin Room, you will enjoy fine art, stylish furniture, and a range of amenities including a comfortable working desk, separate sitting area, safe box, and complimentary coffee and tea making facilities. For those looking for more space and luxury, our One Bedroom Suites and Superior Suites are perfect choices. The One Bedroom Suite can accommodate up to three guests and features a sitting area, a king-size bed, and the option for a full kitchen. The Superior Suite offers extra comfort with kitchen facilities, a convertible sofa bed, and two separate bathrooms. Indulge in a dining experience at Lavender Restaurant, located on the 15th floor, where you can enjoy a daily international buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or choose from their a la carte menu. Our hotel also offers a range of facilities including Wi-Fi, a gym, in-room dining, and a pool. Take advantage of our shuttle service to explore the nearby attractions such as the opulent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, or Louvre Abu Dhabi. Plan your stay at Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham Abu Dhabi City Center and experience the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience in the heart of Abu Dhabi.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$40k
- Development Incentive
Loan funded near opening; 1/20th forgiven annually over the term; repay balance if terminated or transferred.
- Women Own the Room (WOTR)
Target $2,500 per guest room; not to exceed 50% of franchisee’s equity investment.
- BOLD Support
Customized support for Black entrepreneurs; may include a Development Incentive.
- Brand fund
2.5% of Net Sales
- Footprint
45,000 sq ft
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2026 filing); filings on file: 2024, 2025, 2026.
Growth
- Total locations82
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings13
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate15.5%
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR9.8%
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio6.5×
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment—
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
- Time to open270 months
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
↓ Lower is better - Royalty rate5.5%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.