Extended Stay America Select Suites franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Extended Stay America Select Suites franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $8,612,237 to $13,285,766, with about $1,955,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Extended Stay America Select Suites FDD.
What are the Extended Stay America Select Suites franchise fees and investment?
The Extended Stay America Select Suites franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $8,612,237 to $13,285,766. 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) | $8,612,237 to $13,285,766 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $1,955,000 |
| US locations | 211 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Charlotte, North Carolina |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Extended Stay America Select Suites investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Extended Stay America Select Suites's minimum investment of $8,612,237 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 88 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, Extended Stay America Select Suites belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Extended Stay America Select Suites FDD?
Verify six parts of the Extended Stay America Select Suites 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 Extended Stay America Select Suites 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 Extended Stay America Select Suites?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Extended Stay America Select Suites:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| City Express by Marriott | $75,000 | $8,517,800 to $11,597,300 |
| Sleep Inn | $40,000 | $8,380,445 to $12,746,895 |
| Ascend Hotel Collection | $45,000 | $8,924,896 to $23,760,460 |
| Woodspring Suites | $50,000 | $8,229,200 to $13,293,300 |
| Suburban Extended Stay Hotel | $40,000 | $8,183,050 to $12,989,550 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Extended Stay America Select Suites franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Extended Stay America Select Suites franchise ranges from $8,612,237 to $13,285,766, 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 Extended Stay America Select Suites franchise?
Extended Stay America Select Suites lists a minimum of about $1,955,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Extended Stay America Select Suites locations are there?
Extended Stay America Select Suites reported 211 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 Extended Stay America Select Suites been franchising?
Extended Stay America Select Suites started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2010.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Extended Stay America Select Suites and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Extended Stay America Select Suites. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.