Comfort Inn franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Comfort Inn franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $9,464,745 to $14,346,795, with about $2,135,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Comfort Inn FDD.
What are the Comfort Inn franchise fees and investment?
The Comfort Inn franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $9,464,745 to $14,346,795. 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) | $50,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $9,464,745 to $14,346,795 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $2,135,000 |
| US locations | 1,663 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | North Bethesda, Maryland |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Franchising since | 1997 |
How does the Comfort Inn investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Comfort Inn's minimum investment of $9,464,745 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 84 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $50,000 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Comfort Inn belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Comfort Inn FDD?
Verify six parts of the Comfort Inn 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 Comfort Inn 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 Comfort Inn?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Comfort Inn:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort Suites | $50,000 to $65,000 | $9,473,117 to $12,136,491 |
| Extended Stay America Suites | $50,000 | $9,174,346 to $14,123,855 |
| Mainstay Suites | $50,000 | $9,170,700 to $16,330,350 |
| Radisson | $75,000 to $150,000 | $9,901,500 to $57,222,500 |
| Sonesta Simply Suites | $50,000 | $9,954,950 to $16,413,220 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Comfort Inn franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Comfort Inn franchise ranges from $9,464,745 to $14,346,795, including a franchise fee of $50,000, 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 Comfort Inn franchise?
Comfort Inn lists a minimum of about $2,135,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Comfort Inn locations are there?
Comfort Inn reported 1,663 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 Comfort Inn been franchising?
Comfort Inn started offering franchises in 1997 after the company was founded in 1963.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Comfort Inn and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Comfort Inn. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.