ESSENTIALS · Economy · Entry product for going global

Jin Jiang Inn

Jin Jiang Inn · Since 1996

“A new star departs” — the overseas chapter of an early Chinese economy-chain hotel brand

1996
Founded (China's first economy chain)
1000+
Hotels worldwide
30 yrs
Of standardised operations
Product · Showcase

A highly standardised economy product

The Jin Jiang Inn 3.0 product is built around “Warm Star Select”: clean, quiet and safe as the baseline, with simpler design and better basics.

Guest RoomStar Sleep guest room

Star Sleep room

Eco-friendly modular furniture, quiet split-system air conditioning and multi-height memory pillows, in rooms of 18–22 sqm.

Public AreaStar Link lobby

Star Link lobby

Self check-in kiosks, a 24-hour convenience corner and a light-breakfast area, keeping non-essential public space to a minimum.

OperationsSelf check-in / smart operations

Lean staffing model

Direct PMS integration and self-service facilities bring the staff-to-room ratio to as low as 0.18.

Entry · Requirements

Franchise Requirements

The economy positioning keeps the entry cost lower — suited to first-time investors in Southeast Asia.

Property Requirements

Site area≥ 3,500 sqm (including guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house)
Guest rooms≥ 80 rooms, 100–150 recommended
LocationCity business districts, within 2 km of transport hubs; areas with a concentration of Chinese business travellers preferred
Building typeStandalone or semi-detached building able to obtain a hotel operating licence (compliant land use)
Lease termRecommended ≥ 10 years, including a rent-free fit-out period of ≥ 6 months
FacilitiesAdequate water and power capacity, fire-safety systems that can be upgraded, service lift available or installable

Investment and Fee Structure

All-in cost per roomCNY 80,000–100,000 (including fit-out, FF&E and OS&E amortisation)
Total investment reference (120 rooms)approx. CNY 10.0–13.0 million (including pre-opening costs)
Reference ADRSoutheast Asia: CNY 200–300 / night (varies by city)
Franchise / brand feeCharged at the brand's standard rates (one-off franchise fee + ongoing brand management fee)
Cooperation modelFranchise / managed operations, with a light-touch rebranding option
Capital requirementInvestor's own funds ≥ 40% of total investment, with no major record of dishonesty
Process · How It Works

Five steps to your Jin Jiang Inn

1
Online Enquiry

Submit your interest; an advisor responds within 1 business day

2
Project Assessment

Property due diligence + city data + investment model report

3
Agreement & Licence

Brand licence agreement + locally compliant entity set-up

4
Design & Construction

Standard drawings + modular fast fit-out + centralised procurement

5
Opening & Operations

Resident general manager + member traffic + ongoing supervision

Jin Jiang Inn's Southeast Asia programme

Property assessment is now open in the initial cities

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FAQ

Jin Jiang Inn franchise FAQ

Common questions about franchising Jin Jiang Inn in Southeast Asia.

How much investment does a Jin Jiang Inn franchise require?

CNY 80,000–100,000 per room all-in (including fit-out, FF&E and OS&E amortisation), with a 120-room hotel costing about CNY 10.0–13.0 million including pre-opening costs. The economy positioning keeps the barrier to entry low, making it the recommended starting point for a first move into Southeast Asia.

What property requirements does Jin Jiang Inn have?

Site area ≥ 3,500 sqm; ≥ 80 rooms (100–150 recommended); located in a city business district or within 2 km of a transport hub, with areas where Chinese business travellers cluster preferred; a standalone or semi-detached building able to obtain a hotel operating licence; a recommended lease of ≥ 10 years including a rent-free fit-out period of ≥ 6 months.

What room rate does Jin Jiang Inn target in Southeast Asia?

Reference ADR is CNY 200–300 per night, varying by city.

Which Southeast Asian cities suit Jin Jiang Inn?

Dense business cores such as Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh City, with priority given to properties near clusters of Chinese business travellers and transport hubs.

Can an existing older hotel be rebranded as a Jin Jiang Inn?

Yes. Jin Jiang Inn supports a light-touch rebranding model that keeps the usable structure and refreshes it to brand standard, costing less and taking less time than a new build.

How long does it take from signing to opening?

Using the modular fast fit-out system, the standard build period is about 6–9 months. The head office supplies standard drawings, centralised procurement and construction supervision, keeping both schedule and cost under control.