GuestHouse Extended Stay franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The GuestHouse Extended Stay franchise fee is $21,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $573,945 to $7,331,895, with about $455,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the GuestHouse Extended Stay FDD.
What are the GuestHouse Extended Stay franchise fees and investment?
The GuestHouse Extended Stay franchise requires a franchise fee of $21,500 and a total initial investment of $573,945 to $7,331,895. 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) | $21,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $573,945 to $7,331,895 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $455,000 |
| US locations | 12 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Newton, Massachusetts |
| Founded | 1986 |
| Franchising since | 2015 |
How does the GuestHouse Extended Stay investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
GuestHouse Extended Stay's minimum investment of $573,945 is at or below the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 140 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $21,500 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, GuestHouse Extended Stay belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the GuestHouse Extended Stay FDD?
Verify six parts of the GuestHouse Extended Stay 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 GuestHouse Extended Stay 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 GuestHouse Extended Stay?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to GuestHouse Extended Stay:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| BW Premier Collection | $4,000 to $25,000 | $612,715 to $6,888,025 |
| Ferncrest | $50,000 | $504,000 to $796,100 |
| BW Signature Collection | $4,000 to $25,000 | $441,490 to $2,763,125 |
| Clarion Hotel | $45,000 | $427,445 to $2,728,595 |
| Coyote Canyon | $20,000 to $35,000 | $419,000 to $2,433,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a GuestHouse Extended Stay franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a GuestHouse Extended Stay franchise ranges from $573,945 to $7,331,895, including a franchise fee of $21,500, 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 GuestHouse Extended Stay franchise?
GuestHouse Extended Stay lists a minimum of about $455,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many GuestHouse Extended Stay locations are there?
GuestHouse Extended Stay reported 12 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 GuestHouse Extended Stay been franchising?
GuestHouse Extended Stay started offering franchises in 2015 after the company was founded in 1986.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. GuestHouse Extended Stay and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by GuestHouse Extended Stay. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.