Hotel Franchise Fees 2026: 164 Brands Compared
What it costs to fly a flag in 2026. This table lists the headline franchise fees for 164 U.S. hotel brands from 18 franchisors: Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Hyatt, Choice, Wyndham, Best Western and more. Every row links to its source, and 116 of the 164 rows were checked line by line against the brand’s own Franchise Disclosure Document, most of them as filed with the Minnesota Department of Commerce.
Last updated: September 2026 · Updated every year when new Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) are filed
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164Brands compared
18Franchisors
5%Median royalty
8.5%Median royalty + marketing (88 brands)
How to read this table
- Initial fee is the application or franchise fee a new hotel pays to join the brand. Many brands add a per-room charge above a set room count.
- Royalty and marketing are ongoing fees, usually a percentage of gross rooms revenue.
- Headline adds royalty and marketing when both are simple percentages of rooms revenue. Marriott brands are left out of this column, because Marriott’s marketing fund is one part of a larger program fee that also has fixed yearly and per-room charges (see each row’s note).
- Basis tells you how solid each row is. FDD means the figures were read in the brand’s own disclosure document. FDD summary means a franchise research site quoting the FDD. Research-site summary means an automated research site; treat these as estimates. Trade press means fees the franchisor supplied to a trade publication.
Showing all 164 brands
| Brand | Initial fee | Royalty | Marketing / program | Headline | FDD year | Basis & source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton | ||||||
| Hampton by HiltonHilton · Upper midscaleChange of ownership application fee $200,000; re-licensing $100,000. | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 150 (new development or conversion) | 6% | 4% | 10% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Hilton Garden InnHilton · UpscaleChange of ownership application fee $200,000; re-licensing $100,000. | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 150 (new development or conversion) | 5.5% | 4% | 9.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Home2 Suites by HiltonHilton · Extended stayChange of ownership application fee $200,000; re-licensing $100,000. | $100,000 (new development or conversion) | 6% | 3.5% | 9.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Tru by HiltonHilton · MidscaleChange of ownership application fee $150,000; re-licensing $100,000. | $100,000 (new development or conversion) | 5.5% | 4% | 9.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Homewood Suites by HiltonHilton · Extended stayRoyalty ramps up for new development/conversion. Change of ownership application fee $200,000; re-licensing $100,000. | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 150 (new development or conversion) | 3.5% year 1, 4.5% year 2, 5.5% thereafter (new development/conversion); 5.5% for change of ownership or re-licensing | 2.5% | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| DoubleTree by HiltonHilton · UpscaleChange of ownership application fee $175,000; re-licensing $85,000. Spa royalty 2% of gross spa revenue if eforea spa amendment applies. | $85,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Embassy Suites by HiltonHilton · Upper upscaleRoyalty ramps up for new development/conversion. Change of ownership application fee $200,000; re-licensing $100,000. | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 3.5% year 1, 4.5% year 2, 5.5% thereafter (new development/conversion); 5.5% for change of ownership or re-licensing | 4% | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Hilton Hotels & ResortsHilton · Upper upscaleAlso a monthly food and beverage fee of 3% of gross food and beverage revenue. | $85,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Curio Collection by HiltonHilton · Soft brandSpa royalty 2% of gross spa revenue if eforea spa amendment applies. | $85,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Tapestry Collection by HiltonHilton · Soft brandSpa royalty 2% of gross spa revenue if eforea spa amendment applies. | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Canopy by HiltonHilton · Lifestyle | $85,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Motto by HiltonHilton · LifestyleChange of ownership application fee $150,000; re-licensing $100,000. | $100,000 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 3% | 8% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Spark by HiltonHilton · EconomyConversion-only premium economy brand; FDD lists conversion, not new development. | $75,000 (conversion; same for change of ownership and re-licensing) | 5.5% | 3.5% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| LivSmart Studios by HiltonHilton · Extended stayIn 2025 franchisees paid application fees ranging from $0 to $100,000 per the FDD. | $100,000 | 6% | 2.5% | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Tempo by HiltonHilton · Lifestyle | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Graduate by HiltonHilton · Lifestyle | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| LXR Hotels & ResortsHilton · LuxuryLuxury collection; change of ownership application fee $150,000; re-licensing $100,000. | $100,000 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Outset Collection by HiltonHilton · Soft brandNew lifestyle collection brand. Change of ownership application fee $100,000; re-licensing $50,000. Spa royalty 2% of gross spa revenue if eforea spa applies. | $50,000 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Apartment Collection by HiltonHilton · Extended stayFurnished apartment-hotel brand for long- or short-term stays. | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 2.5% | 7.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Undergraduate by HiltonHilton · Upper midscaleNew brand; segment per FDD Item 1 description (upper midscale). | $100,000 plus $400 for each additional guest room or suite over 250 (new development or conversion) | 5% | 4% | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Marriott | ||||||
| CourtyardMarriott · UpscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 3.35% of GRS plus US$10,000/yr plus US$220/room/yr. | New-to-system: $90,000 plus $500 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing Courtyard: greater of $175,000 or $500 per guestroom | 6% | 2% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| Fairfield by MarriottMarriott · Upper midscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 3.85% of gross room sales plus $7,000/yr plus $135/room/yr. | New-to-system: $75,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 125 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5.5% | 2.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| Residence InnMarriott · Extended stayMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.56% of gross room sales plus $6,000/yr plus $65/suite/yr. | New-to-system: $90,000 plus $500 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing Residence Inn: greater of $200,000 or $500 per guestroom | 6% | 2.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| SpringHill SuitesMarriott · UpscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 3.85% of GRS plus US$10,000/yr plus US$220/suite/yr. | New-to-system: $75,000 plus $400 per suite in excess of 150 suites; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5.5% | 2.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| TownePlace SuitesMarriott · Extended stayMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 3.35% of GRS plus US$7,000/yr plus US$135/room/yr. | New-to-system: $75,000 plus $400 per suite in excess of 125 suites; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5.5% | 2% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| AC HotelsMarriott · LifestyleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 3.85% of GRS plus US$10,000/yr plus US$220/room/yr. | New-to-system: $90,000 plus $500 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing AC Hotel: greater of $200,000 or $500 per guestroom | 6% | 2.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| AloftMarriott · LifestyleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.75% of GRS plus US$10,000/yr plus US$220/room/yr. | New-to-system: $75,000 plus $500 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5.5% | 1% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| ElementMarriott · Extended stayMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.75% of GRS plus US$10,000/yr plus US$220/room/yr. | New-to-system: $75,000 plus $500 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing/conversion: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5.5% | 1% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| MoxyMarriott · LifestyleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 3.85% of GRS plus US$7,000/yr plus US$135/room/yr. | New-to-system: $90,000 plus $500 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing Moxy: greater of $200,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5.5% | 2.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| Four Points by SheratonMarriott · UpscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.75% of gross room sales plus $10,000/yr plus $220/room/yr. | New-to-system: $75,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5.5% | 1% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| SheratonMarriott · Upper upscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.02% of GRS plus US$50,000/yr plus US$510/room/yr. | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom; Shine by Sheraton spa adds $27,000 | 6% of gross room sales plus 2% of gross F&B sales | 1% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| Marriott HotelsMarriott · Upper upscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 1.62% of GRS plus US$50,000/yr plus US$510/room/yr. | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing/conversion: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 6% of gross room sales plus 3% of gross F&B sales | 1% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: FDD summary [1] [2] [3] |
| JW MarriottMarriott · LuxuryCovered by the Marriott Hotels FDD. Marketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 1.62% of gross room sales plus $50,000/yr plus $510/room/yr. | Same FDD as Marriott Hotels (Item 1 defines ‘Marriott hotels’ to include JW Marriott): $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 6% of gross room sales plus 3% of gross F&B sales | 1% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: FDD summary [1] [2] [3] |
| WestinMarriott · Upper upscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.62% of GRS plus US$50,000/yr plus US$510/room/yr. | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom; Heavenly Spa adds $27,000 | 7% of gross room sales plus 3% of gross F&B sales | 1.325% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| Le MéridienMarriott · Upper upscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.02% of GRS plus US$50,000/yr plus US$510/room/yr. | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom; Explore Spa adds $27,000 | 5% of gross room sales plus 2% of gross F&B sales | 1% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| RenaissanceMarriott · Upper upscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.12% of GRS and ClubSport revenues plus US$50,000/yr plus US$510/room/yr. | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5% | 1.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| Autograph CollectionMarriott · Soft brandMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.02% of GRS plus US$40,000/yr plus US$450/room/yr. | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5% | 1.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| Tribute PortfolioMarriott · Soft brandMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.02% of GRS plus US$40,000/yr plus US$450/room/yr. | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5% | 1.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| Delta HotelsMarriott · Upper upscaleMarketing = marketing-fund portion of a Program Services Contribution of 2.16% of GRS plus US$45,000/yr plus US$380/room/yr. | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | 5% | 1.5% | — | 2026 | Initial fee: FDD; rates: trade press [1] [2] |
| The Luxury CollectionMarriott · Luxury | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | Not found | Not found | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| City Express by MarriottMarriott · MidscaleRoyalty and marketing rates not confirmed. | New-to-system: $75,000 (flat); existing/managed conversion: $100,000 | Not found | Not found | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| StudioResMarriott · Extended stay | New-to-system: $50,000 (flat); existing/managed conversion: $100,000 | Not found | Not found | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Apartments by Marriott BonvoyMarriott · Extended stay | New-to-system: $100,000 plus $400 per guestroom in excess of 250 guestrooms; existing: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | Not found | Not found | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| citizenMMarriott · Lifestyle | New-to-system: $90,000 plus $500 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing citizenM: greater of $200,000 or $500 per guestroom | Not found | Not found | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Series by MarriottMarriott · Soft brand | New-to-system: $75,000 plus $500 per guestroom in excess of 150 guestrooms; existing/conversion: greater of $150,000 or $500 per guestroom | Not found | Not found | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Outdoor Collection by Marriott BonvoyMarriott · Soft brand | New-to-system: $500 per guestroom; existing/managed conversion: $1,000 per guestroom | Not found | Not found | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| IHG | ||||||
| Holiday Inn ExpressIHG · Upper midscaleAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $75,000 | 6% | 3% (Services Contribution) | 9% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Holiday InnIHG · Upper midscaleAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $50,000 | 5% | 3% (Services Contribution) | 8% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Candlewood SuitesIHG · Extended stayAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per suite, minimum $50,000 | 5.5% of gross suites revenue | 2.5% (Services Contribution) | 8% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Staybridge SuitesIHG · Extended stayAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per suite, minimum $75,000 | 5.5% of gross suites revenue | 2.5% (Services Contribution) | 8% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Crowne PlazaIHG · UpscaleAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $75,000 | 5% | 3% (Services Contribution) | 8% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Atwell SuitesIHG · Extended stayAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per suite, minimum $50,000 | 5% of gross suites revenue | 3% (Services Contribution) | 8% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| GarnerIHG · MidscaleAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $50,000 | 5.5% | 3% (Services Contribution) | 8.5% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| vocoIHG · UpscaleAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $75,000 | 5% | 3.5% (Sales and Marketing Services Contribution) | 8.5% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Hotel IndigoIHG · LifestyleAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $75,000 | 5% | 3.5% (Services Contribution) | 8.5% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| EVEN HotelsIHG · UpscaleAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $75,000 | 5% | 3.5% (Sales and Marketing Services Contribution) | 8.5% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| KimptonIHG · LuxuryAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $100,000 | 6% plus 1% of food and beverage sales | 3% (Services Contribution) | — | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| InterContinentalIHG · LuxuryAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. A 2025 FDD summary reports a $150,000 application fee and a 2% services contribution. | $500 per room, minimum $100,000 | 6% plus 2% of food and beverage sales | 3% (Sales and Marketing Services Contribution) | — | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Vignette CollectionIHG · Soft brandAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $75,000 | 5% | 3.5% (Sales and Marketing Services Contribution) | 8.5% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Noted CollectionIHG · Soft brandNew IHG collection brand. | $75,000 | 5% | 3.5% | 8.5% | 2026 | Research-site summary [1] |
| avid hotelsIHG · MidscaleAmended 2024 FDD (issued March 28, 2024, amended June 28, 2024) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce; IHG has not filed a newer FDD there. Also a loyalty program contribution on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $50,000 | 5% | 3% (Services Contribution) | 8% | 2024 | FDD [1] |
| Hyatt | ||||||
| Hyatt PlaceHyatt · Upscale2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | $75,000 plus $500 per room over 150 (new development) | 5% | 3.5% (Commercial Services Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Hyatt HouseHyatt · Extended stay2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | $75,000 plus $500 per room over 150 (new development) | 5% | 3.5% (Commercial Services Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Hyatt StudiosHyatt · Extended stay2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | $50,000 plus $500 per room over 125 (new development) | 5% | 3% (Commercial Services Fee) | 8% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Hyatt SelectHyatt · Upper midscale2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | $50,000 plus $500 per room over 125 (new development) | 5% | 3% (Commercial Services Fee) | 8% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Caption by HyattHyatt · Lifestyle2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | $95,000 plus $500 per room over 200 (new development) | 5% | 3.5% (Commercial Services Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| JdV by HyattHyatt · Soft brandRoyalty applies to rooms revenue booked through Hyatt channels. 2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | Greater of $100,000 or $400 per room | 7% of rooms revenue from channel bookings | 3.5% (Commercial Services Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| The Unbound Collection by HyattHyatt · Soft brandRoyalty applies to rooms revenue booked through Hyatt channels. 2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | Greater of $100,000 or $400 per room | 7% of rooms revenue from channel bookings | 3.5% (Commercial Services Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Destination by HyattHyatt · Soft brandRoyalty applies to rooms revenue booked through Hyatt channels. 2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | Greater of $100,000 or $400 per room | 7% of rooms revenue from channel bookings | 3.5% (Commercial Services Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Unscripted by HyattHyatt · Lifestyle2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | Greater of $75,000 or $500 per room | 5% | 3% (Commercial Services Fee; 3.5% with more than 5,000 sq ft of meeting space) | 8% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Hyatt RegencyHyatt · Upper upscale2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | Greater of $100,000 or $400 per room | 6% plus 3% of food and beverage revenue | $461 per room per year plus 3% (Commercial Services Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Hyatt CentricHyatt · Lifestyle2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | Greater of $100,000 or $300 per room | 5% | $461 per room per year plus 3% (Commercial Services Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Thompson HotelsHyatt · Luxury2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | Greater of $100,000 or $400 per room | 5% plus 2% of food and beverage revenue | 3.5% (Commercial Services Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| The StandardXHyatt · Lifestyle2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Also a World of Hyatt loyalty assessment on eligible revenue. | $95,000 plus $500 per room over 200 | 5% | 3.5% (Commercial Services Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Choice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) | ||||||
| Comfort InnChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Upper midscaleOne FDD covers Comfort Inn, Comfort Inn & Suites and Comfort Suites. 2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $50,000 (new franchises); $750 per room, minimum $65,000 (transfers and renewals); includes $5,000 application fee | 6% | 3.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Comfort SuitesChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Upper midscaleOne FDD covers Comfort Inn, Comfort Inn & Suites and Comfort Suites. 2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $50,000 (new franchises); $750 per room, minimum $65,000 (transfers and renewals); includes $5,000 application fee | 6% | 3.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Quality InnChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Midscale2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room (new to system) or $550 per room (transfers and renewals), minimum $45,000 | 5.25% | 3.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.75% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Sleep InnChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Midscale2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $300 per room, minimum $40,000 (new construction); $550 per room (transfers and renewals); includes $5,000 application fee | 5.5% | 3.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| ClarionChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · MidscaleOne FDD covers Clarion and Clarion Pointe. 2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $400 per room (new construction) or $650 per room (transfers and renewals), minimum $45,000 | 5.5% | 3.25% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.75% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Clarion PointeChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · MidscaleOne FDD covers Clarion and Clarion Pointe. 2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room (new construction) or $650 per room (transfers and renewals), minimum $45,000 | 5.5% | 3.25% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.75% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Cambria HotelsChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Upscale2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $60,000 (new franchises); higher for transfers and renewals | 6% | 3% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Ascend Hotel CollectionChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Soft brandSoft brand with a membership agreement. 2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $525 per room, minimum $45,000 | 5% (membership fee) | 3% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Econo LodgeChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Economy2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $350 per room (new to system) or $500 per room (transfers and renewals), minimum $35,000 | 5% | 3.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Rodeway InnChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Economy2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $250 per room, minimum $25,000 (conversions); $375 per room, minimum $15,000 (transfers and renewals) | 5% | 3.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| MainStay SuitesChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Extended stay2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $300 per room (new construction or conversion) or $550 per room (transfers and renewals), minimum $50,000 | 6% | 2.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Suburban StudiosChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Extended stay2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $300 per room (new franchises) or $475 per room (transfers and renewals), minimum $40,000 | 6% | 2.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| WoodSpring SuitesChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Extended stay2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $50,000 for a new hotel of 122 rooms or less; $60,000 for transfers and renewals | 6% | 2.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Everhome SuitesChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Extended stayEverhome charges one bundled fee, so it is not directly comparable to other rows. 2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $50,000 affiliation fee | 9% bundled franchise fee (includes royalty and a 1% marketing and reservation fee) | Included in the 9% bundled fee | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Country Inn & Suites by RadissonChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Upper midscale2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $50,000 (new franchises); $750 per room, minimum $65,000 (transfers and renewals) | 6% | 3.5% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| RadissonChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Upscale2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $75,000 (new franchises); $750 per room, minimum $75,000 (transfers and renewals) | 6% | 3% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Radisson BluChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Upper upscale2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $100,000 (new franchises); $750 per room, minimum $100,000 (transfers and renewals) | 6% | 3% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Radisson IndividualsChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Soft brand2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | $500 per room, minimum $75,000 (new franchises); $750 per room, minimum $75,000 (transfers and renewals) | 6% | 3% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Park Inn by RadissonChoice Hotels (incl. Radisson Americas) · Midscale2026 FDD (issued April 1, 2026, amended May 20, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Choice Privileges loyalty fee on member stays. | Greater of $45,000 or $450 per room | 5.5% | 3.25% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.75% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Wyndham | ||||||
| La Quinta by WyndhamWyndham · Midscale2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $55,000 or $550 per room, plus application fee | 5.5% to 6% | 3.5% (System Assessment Fee) | — | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Days Inn by WyndhamWyndham · Economy2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $35,000 or $350 per room, plus $2,500 application fee | 5.5% | 3.8% (System Assessment Fee) | 9.3% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Super 8 by WyndhamWyndham · Economy2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $25,000 or $250 per room, plus application fee | 5.5% | 3% (System Assessment Fee) | 8.5% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Microtel Inn & Suites by WyndhamWyndham · Economy2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $40,000 or $400 per room (new construction), plus application fee | 6% | 2% (marketing and reservation contribution) | 8% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Ramada by WyndhamWyndham · Midscale2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $35,000 or $350 per room, plus $2,500 application fee | 5% | 3.5% (2% marketing plus 1.5% reservation fee) | 8.5% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Wingate by WyndhamWyndham · Upper midscale2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $36,000 or $360 per room, plus $2,500 application fee | 5.5% | 3% (System Assessment Fee) | 8.5% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Hawthorn Extended Stay by WyndhamWyndham · Extended stay2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $40,000 or $400 per room, plus $2,500 application fee | 5.5% | 2.5% (marketing and reservation contribution) | 8% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Baymont by WyndhamWyndham · Midscale2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $26,000 or $260 per room, plus $2,500 application fee | 5% | 3.5% (System Assessment Fee) | 8.5% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Howard Johnson by WyndhamWyndham · Economy2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $35,000 or $350 per room, plus $2,500 application fee | 5% | 3.5% (2% marketing contribution plus 1.5% room sales charge) | 8.5% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Travelodge by WyndhamWyndham · Economy2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $35,000 or $350 per room, plus $1,500 application fee | 5% | 3.5% (2% marketing plus 1.5% reservation fee), plus a daily charge of 5 to 10 cents per room | 8.5% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| AmericInn by WyndhamWyndham · Midscale2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $35,000 or $350 per room, plus $2,500 application fee | 5% of gross revenues | 3.25% (2% marketing plus 1.25% reservation fee) | 8.25% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Trademark Collection by WyndhamWyndham · Soft brandSoft brand with a membership agreement. 2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $35,000 or $350 per room (affiliation fee), plus application fee | 5.5% (membership fee) | 2% (marketing fee) | 7.5% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Wyndham GardenWyndham · Upper midscale2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $35,000 or $350 per room, plus application fee | 5% | 3% (Marketing and Global Sales Fee) | 8% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Wyndham Hotels & ResortsWyndham · UpscaleThe 2023 FDD summary gave the initial fee as the greater of $50,000 or $500/room plus a $10,000 application fee. Loyalty charge 4.25%-5.5%. | $500/room (2025 example: $150,500 for 301 rooms) | 5% | 3% (Marketing and Global Sales Fee) | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| WaterWalk Extended Stay by WyndhamWyndham · Extended stay2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $75,000 or $500 per unit, plus application fee | 6% of gross revenue | 3% of gross revenue (System Assessment Fee) | 9% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Registry Collection HotelsWyndham · LuxurySoft brand with a membership agreement. 2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $50,000 or $500 per room (affiliation fee), plus application fee | 5% (membership fee) | 3% (marketing fee) | 8% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| TRYP by WyndhamWyndham · Lifestyle2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $35,000 or $350 per room, plus application fee | 5% | 3% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Wyndham GrandWyndham · Upper upscale2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $50,000 or $500 per room, plus application fee | 5% | 3% (Marketing and Global Sales Fee) | 8% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Dolce Hotels and Resorts by WyndhamWyndham · Upper upscale2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | Greater of $50,000 or $500 per room, plus application fee | 5% | 3% (marketing fee) | 8% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| ECHO Suites Extended Stay by WyndhamWyndham · Extended stay2025 FDD (issued March 31, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Wyndham also charges a loyalty program fee on member stays. | $35,000 for 124 rooms or fewer, plus $400 per additional room | 5% to 5.5% | 3.5% (System Assessment Fee) | — | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| BWH Hotels (Best Western) | ||||||
| Best WesternBWH Hotels (Best Western) · MidscaleBest Western International is a nonprofit membership association; one FDD covers BW, BW Plus, BW Premier, Executive Residency, @Home, Vib, GLo and Aiden. 2024 FDD advertising assessment was $15.74/room/month. | Entrance fee: $4,000 evaluation fee + $45,000 affiliation fee (50 rooms or less) + $200/room above 50 (up to 1,000 rooms) | Monthly fees 5% of property room revenue (3.5% for qualifying legacy ownership); plus annual dues scaled by room count (amount not found) | 2.10% marketing & technology fee + advertising assessment $16.39/room/month | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| Best Western PlusBWH Hotels (Best Western) · Upper midscaleBest Western International is a nonprofit membership association; one FDD covers BW, BW Plus, BW Premier, Executive Residency, @Home, Vib, GLo and Aiden. 2024 FDD advertising assessment was $15.74/room/month. | Entrance fee: $4,000 evaluation fee + $45,000 affiliation fee (50 rooms or less) + $200/room above 50 (up to 1,000 rooms) | Monthly fees 5% of property room revenue (3.5% for qualifying legacy ownership); plus annual dues scaled by room count (amount not found) | 2.10% marketing & technology fee + advertising assessment $16.39/room/month | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| Best Western PremierBWH Hotels (Best Western) · UpscaleBest Western International is a nonprofit membership association; one FDD covers BW, BW Plus, BW Premier, Executive Residency, @Home, Vib, GLo and Aiden. 2024 FDD advertising assessment was $15.74/room/month. | Entrance fee: $4,000 evaluation fee + $45,000 affiliation fee (50 rooms or less) + $200/room above 50 (up to 1,000 rooms) | Monthly fees 5% of property room revenue (3.5% for qualifying legacy ownership); plus annual dues scaled by room count (amount not found) | 2.10% marketing & technology fee + advertising assessment $16.39/room/month | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| VibBWH Hotels (Best Western) · LifestyleBest Western International is a nonprofit membership association; one FDD covers BW, BW Plus, BW Premier, Executive Residency, @Home, Vib, GLo and Aiden. 2024 FDD advertising assessment was $15.74/room/month. | Entrance fee: $4,000 evaluation fee + $45,000 affiliation fee (50 rooms or less) + $200/room above 50 (up to 1,000 rooms) | Monthly fees 5% of property room revenue (3.5% for qualifying legacy ownership); plus annual dues scaled by room count (amount not found) | 2.10% marketing & technology fee + advertising assessment $16.39/room/month | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| GLoBWH Hotels (Best Western) · LifestyleBest Western International is a nonprofit membership association; one FDD covers BW, BW Plus, BW Premier, Executive Residency, @Home, Vib, GLo and Aiden. 2024 FDD advertising assessment was $15.74/room/month. | Entrance fee: $4,000 evaluation fee + $45,000 affiliation fee (50 rooms or less) + $200/room above 50 (up to 1,000 rooms) | Monthly fees 5% of property room revenue (3.5% for qualifying legacy ownership); plus annual dues scaled by room count (amount not found) | 2.10% marketing & technology fee + advertising assessment $16.39/room/month | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| AidenBWH Hotels (Best Western) · LifestyleBest Western International is a nonprofit membership association; one FDD covers BW, BW Plus, BW Premier, Executive Residency, @Home, Vib, GLo and Aiden. 2024 FDD advertising assessment was $15.74/room/month. | Entrance fee: $4,000 evaluation fee + $45,000 affiliation fee (50 rooms or less) + $200/room above 50 (up to 1,000 rooms) | Monthly fees 5% of property room revenue (3.5% for qualifying legacy ownership); plus annual dues scaled by room count (amount not found) | 2.10% marketing & technology fee + advertising assessment $16.39/room/month | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| Executive Residency by Best WesternBWH Hotels (Best Western) · Extended stayBest Western International is a nonprofit membership association; one FDD covers BW, BW Plus, BW Premier, Executive Residency, @Home, Vib, GLo and Aiden. 2024 FDD advertising assessment was $15.74/room/month. | Entrance fee: $4,000 evaluation fee + $45,000 affiliation fee (50 rooms or less) + $200/room above 50 (up to 1,000 rooms) | Monthly fees 5% of property room revenue (3.5% for qualifying legacy ownership); plus annual dues scaled by room count (amount not found) | 2.10% marketing & technology fee + advertising assessment $16.39/room/month | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| @HOME by Best WesternBWH Hotels (Best Western) · Extended stayBest Western International is a nonprofit membership association; one FDD covers BW, BW Plus, BW Premier, Executive Residency, @Home, Vib, GLo and Aiden. 2024 FDD advertising assessment was $15.74/room/month. | Entrance fee: $4,000 evaluation fee + $45,000 affiliation fee (50 rooms or less) + $200/room above 50 (up to 1,000 rooms) | Monthly fees 5% of property room revenue (3.5% for qualifying legacy ownership); plus annual dues scaled by room count (amount not found) | 2.10% marketing & technology fee + advertising assessment $16.39/room/month | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| SureStay HotelBWH Hotels (Best Western) · EconomyOne FDD covers SureStay, SureStay Plus and SureStay Studio. PMS support about $3.97/room/month. | $25,000 + $100 per room over 100 rooms, plus $2,500 application fee | 4% of gross rooms revenue | 4% of gross rooms revenue (sales & marketing fee) | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| SureStay PlusBWH Hotels (Best Western) · MidscaleOne FDD covers SureStay, SureStay Plus and SureStay Studio. PMS support about $3.97/room/month. | $25,000 + $100 per room over 100 rooms, plus $2,500 application fee | 4% of gross rooms revenue | 4% of gross rooms revenue (sales & marketing fee) | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| SureStay StudioBWH Hotels (Best Western) · Extended stayOne FDD covers SureStay, SureStay Plus and SureStay Studio. PMS support about $3.97/room/month. | $25,000 + $100 per room over 100 rooms, plus $2,500 application fee | 4% of gross rooms revenue | 4% of gross rooms revenue (sales & marketing fee) | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| SureStay CollectionBWH Hotels (Best Western) · Soft brand2026 FDD (issued February 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. A single monthly fee covers sales, marketing and technology; per-booking distribution fees are extra. | $25,000 affiliation fee, plus $4,000 application fee | 5% (single monthly sales, marketing and technology fee) | Included in the 5% monthly fee | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| BW Premier CollectionBWH Hotels (Best Western) · Soft brandOne FDD covers BW Premier Collection and BW Signature Collection. 2026 FDD (issued February 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. A single monthly fee covers sales, marketing and technology; per-booking distribution fees are extra. | $25,000 affiliation fee, plus $4,000 application fee | 5% (single monthly sales, marketing and technology fee) | Included in the 5% monthly fee | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| BW Signature CollectionBWH Hotels (Best Western) · Soft brandOne FDD covers BW Premier Collection and BW Signature Collection. 2026 FDD (issued February 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. A single monthly fee covers sales, marketing and technology; per-booking distribution fees are extra. | $25,000 affiliation fee, plus $4,000 application fee | 5% (single monthly sales, marketing and technology fee) | Included in the 5% monthly fee | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| WorldHotels (all collections)BWH Hotels (Best Western) · Soft brand | $25,000 | 2%-4% | 2% | — | — | Trade press [1] |
| Sonesta | ||||||
| Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & CruisesSonesta · Upscale | Greater of $75,000 or $500 per room | 5% of GRR | 3.5% of GRR | 8.5% | — | Trade press [1] |
| The Royal SonestaSonesta · Upscale | Greater of $75,000 or $500 per room | 5% of GRR | 3.5% of GRR | 8.5% | — | Trade press [1] |
| The James HotelsSonesta · Lifestyle2026 FDD (issued March 31, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty fee on qualified revenue. | Greater of $75,000 or $500 per room | 5% | 3.5% (Brand Promotion Fee; can rise to 4.5%) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Classico Collection by SonestaSonesta · Soft brand2026 FDD (issued March 31, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty fee on qualified revenue. | Greater of $75,000 or $500 per room | 5% | 2.5% (Brand Promotion Fee; can rise to 3.5%) | 7.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| MOD Collection by SonestaSonesta · Soft brand | Greater of $75,000 or $500 per room | 5% of GRR | 2.5% of GRR | 7.5% | — | Trade press [1] |
| Sonesta SelectSonesta · UpscaleOne FDD covers Sonesta Select and Sonesta Essential. 2026 FDD (issued March 31, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty fee on qualified revenue. | Greater of $65,000 or $500 per room | 5% | 3.5% (Brand Promotion Fee; can rise to 4.5%) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Sonesta EssentialSonesta · MidscaleOne FDD covers Sonesta Select and Sonesta Essential. 2026 FDD (issued March 31, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty fee on qualified revenue. | Greater of $45,000 or $500 per room | 5% | 3.5% (Brand Promotion Fee; can rise to 4.5%) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Sonesta ES SuitesSonesta · Extended stayPlus loyalty program fee 2.5%-4.5% of qualified revenue. | Greater of $65,000 or $500 per room | 5% of gross rooms revenue | 3.5%-4.5% brand promotion fee | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| Sonesta Simply SuitesSonesta · Extended stayPlus loyalty program fee 2.5%-4.5%; reservation fees $1.75-$10.50/transaction. | Greater of $50,000 or $400 per room | 5% of gross rooms revenue | 3.5%-4.5% brand promotion fee | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| Red Lion Hotels / Red Lion Inn & SuitesSonesta · Midscale | Greater of $60,000 or $400 per room | 5% of GRR | 3% of GRR | 8% | — | Trade press [1] [2] |
| Americas Best Value InnSonesta · EconomyFlat per-room fees, not a % of revenue. 2026 FDD (issued March 31, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty fee on qualified revenue. | $17,500 plus $150 per room above 50 | $32 per room per month | $18 per room per month (Brand Promotion Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Signature InnSonesta · MidscaleFlat per-room fees, not a % of revenue. 2026 FDD (issued March 31, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Plus a Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty fee on qualified revenue. | $20,000 plus $150 per room above 70 | $42 per room per month | $18 per room per month (Brand Promotion Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Red Roof | ||||||
| Red Roof InnRed Roof · Economy2025 FDD (issued April 14, 2025) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. One FDD covers Red Roof Inn and Red Roof PLUS+. | $27,000 for up to 100 rooms, plus $3,000 application fee | 5% | 4% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 9% | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Red Roof PLUS+Red Roof · Economy | Not found | 5% of GRR | 4% of GRR | 9% | — | Trade press [1] |
| HomeTowne Studios by Red RoofRed Roof · Extended stay2026 FDD (issued April 9, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. | $30,000 for up to 100 rooms, plus $5,000 application fee | 5.5% | 3% (Marketing and Reservation Fee) | 8.5% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| The Red CollectionRed Roof · Soft brand | Not found | 4.5% of GRR | 3% of GRR | 7.5% | — | Trade press [1] |
| G6 Hospitality | ||||||
| Motel 6G6 Hospitality · Economy2026 FDD (version March 5, 2026, amended August 1, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. G6 Hospitality is owned by OYO parent Oravel Stays. | $25,000 franchise fee | 5% | 3% program fee plus 1% reservation fee | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Studio 6G6 Hospitality · Extended stay | $25,000 franchise fee ($41,300 total fixed pre-opening fees incl. $5,000 application) | 5% of gross room revenues | 3% program (marketing) fee (cap 5.5%) + 1% reservation fee (cap 2%) | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] |
| Studio 6 PlusG6 Hospitality · Extended stay2026 FDD (version April 24, 2026, amended August 1, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. New G6 extended-stay brand. | $35,000 for the prototype (up to 118 rooms) | 5.5% | 3% program fee plus 1% reservation fee | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Extended Stay America | ||||||
| Extended Stay America Select SuitesExtended Stay America · Extended stayFDD issued March 27, 2025. Also 0.6% Agoda marketing fee on Agoda bookings and 5% digital marketing commission on paid-digital-channel revenue. | $50,000 | 5.5% of gross room revenue | 4.5% system services fee | — | 2025 | FDD [1] |
| Extended Stay America SuitesExtended Stay America · Extended stay | $50,000 | 5.5% of gross room revenue | 4.5% system services fee | — | 2025 | FDD summary [1] [2] |
| Extended Stay America Premier SuitesExtended Stay America · Extended stay2026 FDD on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. | $50,000 | 5.5% | 4.5% (System Services Fee) | 10% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| My Place Hotels | ||||||
| My Place HotelsMy Place Hotels · Extended stay2026 FDD (issued March 27, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Royalty steps up with occupancy. | $50,000 initial franchise fee, plus $2,000 application fee | 0% until occupancy reaches 50%, 2.5% at 50% to 60%, then 4.75% | 3% (Marketing and Reservation Fund Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Trend Hotels and Suites by My PlaceMy Place Hotels · MidscalePlus 1% revenue intelligence service and 1% guest loyalty program fee. | $45,000 | Ramps to 5% of GRR (0% days 1-30, 2.5% days 31-90, 4% days 91-180, 5% thereafter) | 2.5% of GRR | — | 2024 | FDD summary [1] |
| Cobblestone Hotels | ||||||
| Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites)Cobblestone Hotels · Midscale2026 FDD (issued June 1, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Flat per-room fees. | $45,000 initial fee, plus $2,500 application fee | $3.75 per room per day (flat monthly fee, not a % of revenue) | $0.75 per room per day (Marketing Fund Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Boarders Inn & Suites by Cobblestone HotelsCobblestone Hotels · Economy2026 FDD (issued July 15, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. | $45,000 initial fee, plus $2,500 application fee | Choice of $2.25 per room per day or a percentage of revenue | $0.75 per room per day (Marketing Fund Fee) | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Riverstone Suites by Cobblestone HotelsCobblestone Hotels · Extended stay | $45,000 | $3.75 per room per day | $0.75 per room per day | — | — | Trade press [1] |
| GrandStay | ||||||
| GrandStay HotelsGrandStay · Upper midscaleInitial fee confirmed for 2026; royalty and advertising rates are from an older listing. | $35,000 | 5% | 2% | 7% | 2026 | Research-site summary [1] [2] |
| stayAPT Suites | ||||||
| stayAPT SuitesstayAPT Suites · Extended stay2026 FDD (issued April 30, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. | $40,000 initial franchise fee, plus $5,000 application fee | Greater of $2,500 per month or 5% | 2% (marketing fee; can rise to 3%) | 7% | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| LivAway | ||||||
| LivAway SuitesLivAway · Extended stay | $35,000 | 5% of total operating revenue | 2% | — | 2024 | FDD summary [1] |
| Hospitality International | ||||||
| Scottish InnsHospitality International · Economy2026 FDD (issued March 24, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Flat per-room fees, not a % of revenue. | $10,000 initial fee, plus $1,995 application fee | $25 per room per month | $15 per room per month | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Red Carpet InnHospitality International · Economy2026 FDD (issued March 24, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Flat per-room fees, not a % of revenue. | $10,000 initial fee, plus $1,995 application fee | $25 per room per month | $15 per room per month | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Master Hosts InnsHospitality International · Economy2026 FDD (issued March 24, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Flat per-room fees, not a % of revenue. | $15,000 initial fee, plus $1,995 application fee | $25 per room per month | $15 per room per month | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Passport InnHospitality International · Economy2026 FDD (issued March 24, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Flat per-room fees, not a % of revenue. | $7,500 initial fee, plus $1,995 application fee | $25 per room per month | $15 per room per month | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Downtowner InnsHospitality International · Economy2026 FDD (issued March 24, 2026) on file with the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Flat per-room fees, not a % of revenue. | $7,500 initial fee, plus $1,995 application fee | $25 per room per month | $15 per room per month | — | 2026 | FDD [1] |
| Budget Host International | ||||||
| Budget HostBudget Host International · EconomyFlat per-room fee, not % of revenue. Initial fee not disclosed. | Not found | $14 per room per month (franchise fees) | Not found | — | — | Trade press [1] |
Percentages are of gross rooms revenue unless noted. “Not found” means we could not find a current, reliable figure. This page summarizes publicly disclosed headline fees for information only. It is not legal or financial advice. Confirm every fee in the brand’s current FDD, with a franchise attorney, before signing.
What the headline number leaves out
Royalty and marketing are only the start. Most brands also charge for reservations and distribution, loyalty-program assessments on member stays, required technology and property-management systems, training, and quality assurance. Once those are added, the total cost of affiliation for a typical select-service hotel is usually well above the headline figure. Brands also negotiate: ramp-up royalty discounts, key money, and conversion incentives are common, especially in markets a brand wants to enter.
For a deeper look at how rising brand costs are squeezing owners, read The Great Hotel Squeeze.
Brands not yet in the table
We could not find current, reliable fee figures for Hyatt Vivid, Radisson RED, Radisson Collection, Radisson Inn & Suites, Park Plaza, Ramada Encore, Dazzler, Esplendor, Wyndham Alltra and Knights Inn. Several luxury brands, including Conrad, Waldorf Astoria, Signia, W Hotels, St. Regis, The Ritz-Carlton and EDITION, have no current U.S. franchise disclosure document, which usually means they are offered only under management agreements.
Are you a franchisor or owner with a current FDD? Send us a correction and we will update the table.
How to use this table
- Model the full fee load, not just royalty. Ask the brand for its estimate of total fees as a share of rooms revenue and compare it with what similar owners actually pay.
- Read Items 5 and 6 of the current FDD. Item 5 covers the initial fee. Item 6 lists every recurring fee. Fees change every year.
- Run the numbers. Our free hotel calculators show how fees and distribution costs affect price per key, cap rate, and net revenue per booking.
Main sources
- Hilton, 2026 U.S. Franchise Disclosure Documents
- Marriott Hotel Development, 2026 FDDs (Item 5)
- Hotelier Magazine, The 2025 Franchise Report
- LODGING, 2026 Guide to Franchising
- The FDD Exchange, FDD summaries
- Minnesota Department of Commerce, franchise registrations (FDD filings)
- NASAA Electronic Filing Depository
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