Destination by Hyatt franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Destination by Hyatt franchise fee is $100,000 to $200,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $45,790,776 to $253,820,733, with about $19,560,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Destination by Hyatt FDD.
What are the Destination by Hyatt franchise fees and investment?
The Destination by Hyatt franchise requires a franchise fee of $100,000 to $200,000 and a total initial investment of $45,790,776 to $253,820,733. 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 to $200,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $45,790,776 to $253,820,733 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $19,560,000 |
| US locations | 14 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Chicago, Illinois |
| Founded | 2019 |
| Franchising since | 2019 |
How does the Destination by Hyatt investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Destination by Hyatt's minimum investment of $45,790,776 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 25 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, Destination by Hyatt belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Destination by Hyatt FDD?
Verify six parts of the Destination by Hyatt 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 Destination by Hyatt 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 Destination by Hyatt?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Destination by Hyatt:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Joie De Vivre | $100,000 to $150,000 | $45,832,500 to $86,700,000 |
| The Unbound Collection by Hyatt | $100,000 | $46,830,426 to $161,465,733 |
| Hyatt Centric | $100,000 | $42,720,726 to $143,100,233 |
| JdV by Hyatt | $100,000 to $120,000 | $42,040,926 to $142,134,233 |
| Hilton Hotels & Resorts | $105,000 | $49,685,442 to $204,323,235 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Destination by Hyatt franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Destination by Hyatt franchise ranges from $45,790,776 to $253,820,733, including a franchise fee of $100,000 to $200,000, 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 Destination by Hyatt franchise?
Destination by Hyatt lists a minimum of about $19,560,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Destination by Hyatt locations are there?
Destination by Hyatt reported 14 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 Destination by Hyatt been franchising?
Destination by Hyatt started offering franchises in 2019 after the company was founded in 2019.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Destination by Hyatt and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Destination by Hyatt. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.