Four Points by Sheraton franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Four Points by Sheraton franchise fee is $75,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $12,656,210 to $36,903,710, with about $3,745,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Four Points by Sheraton FDD.
What are the Four Points by Sheraton franchise fees and investment?
The Four Points by Sheraton franchise requires a franchise fee of $75,000 and a total initial investment of $12,656,210 to $36,903,710. 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) | $75,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $12,656,210 to $36,903,710 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $3,745,000 |
| US locations | 148 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Bethesda, Maryland |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Franchising since | 2017 |
How does the Four Points by Sheraton investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Four Points by Sheraton's minimum investment of $12,656,210 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 67 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $75,000 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Four Points by Sheraton belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Four Points by Sheraton FDD?
Verify six parts of the Four Points by Sheraton 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 Four Points by Sheraton 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 Four Points by Sheraton?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Four Points by Sheraton:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Tru by Hilton | $100,000 | $12,767,064 to $18,572,795 |
| La Quinta by Wyndham | $60,500 | $12,809,423 to $17,222,029 |
| TownePlace Suites by Marriott | $75,000 | $12,819,600 to $29,313,900 |
| Trademark Collection by Wyndham | $35,000 | $12,490,306 to $19,040,645 |
| Everhome Suites | $50,000 | $12,317,550 to $17,138,050 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Four Points by Sheraton franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Four Points by Sheraton franchise ranges from $12,656,210 to $36,903,710, including a franchise fee of $75,000, 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 Four Points by Sheraton franchise?
Four Points by Sheraton lists a minimum of about $3,745,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Four Points by Sheraton locations are there?
Four Points by Sheraton reported 148 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 Four Points by Sheraton been franchising?
Four Points by Sheraton started offering franchises in 2017 after the company was founded in 1995.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Four Points by Sheraton and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Four Points by Sheraton. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.