Autograph Collection Hotels franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Autograph Collection Hotels franchise fee is $100,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $70,000,330 to $114,018,430, with about $16,200,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Autograph Collection Hotels FDD.
What are the Autograph Collection Hotels franchise fees and investment?
The Autograph Collection Hotels franchise requires a franchise fee of $100,000 and a total initial investment of $70,000,330 to $114,018,430. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $100,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $70,000,330 to $114,018,430 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $16,200,000 |
| US locations | 152 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Bethesda, Maryland |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Autograph Collection Hotels investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Autograph Collection Hotels's minimum investment of $70,000,330 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 12 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $100,000 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Autograph Collection Hotels belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Autograph Collection Hotels FDD?
Verify six parts of the Autograph Collection Hotels Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Autograph Collection Hotels discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Autograph Collection Hotels?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Autograph Collection Hotels:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Hotels by Marriott | $120,000 | $72,379,630 to $118,648,030 |
| Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants | $100,000 | $67,536,551 to $94,715,966 |
| Hyatt Regency | $100,000 to $400,000 | $73,485,976 to $492,565,733 |
| Canopy by Hilton | $85,000 | $64,100,689 to $141,712,721 |
| MGallery Hotel Collection | $20,000 to $75,000 | $61,660,740 to $113,343,740 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Autograph Collection Hotels franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Autograph Collection Hotels franchise ranges from $70,000,330 to $114,018,430, including a franchise fee of $100,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Autograph Collection Hotels franchise?
Autograph Collection Hotels lists a minimum of about $16,200,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Autograph Collection Hotels locations are there?
Autograph Collection Hotels reported 152 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Autograph Collection Hotels been franchising?
Autograph Collection Hotels started offering franchises in 2009 after the company was founded in 1997.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Autograph Collection Hotels and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Autograph Collection Hotels. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.