Hilton Garden Inn franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Hilton Garden Inn franchise fee is $100,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $21,933,588 to $32,384,982, with about $4,910,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Hilton Garden Inn FDD.
What are the Hilton Garden Inn franchise fees and investment?
The Hilton Garden Inn franchise requires a franchise fee of $100,000 and a total initial investment of $21,933,588 to $32,384,982. 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 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $21,933,588 to $32,384,982 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $4,910,000 |
| US locations | 750 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | McLean, Virginia |
| Founded | 1990 |
| Franchising since | 1990 |
How does the Hilton Garden Inn investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Hilton Garden Inn's minimum investment of $21,933,588 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 36 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, Hilton Garden Inn belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Hilton Garden Inn FDD?
Verify six parts of the Hilton Garden 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 Hilton Garden 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 Hilton Garden Inn?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Hilton Garden Inn:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts | $105,000 | $22,124,700 to $221,320,700 |
| Homewood Suites | $100,000 | $20,824,955 to $32,522,797 |
| Tempo By Hilton | $100,000 | $23,180,398 to $57,806,098 |
| Hyatt House | $75,000 to $150,000 | $20,168,455 to $57,134,018 |
| WaterWalk | $75,000 | $19,860,979 to $27,008,153 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Hilton Garden Inn franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Hilton Garden Inn franchise ranges from $21,933,588 to $32,384,982, including a franchise fee of $100,000, 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 Hilton Garden Inn franchise?
Hilton Garden Inn lists a minimum of about $4,910,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Hilton Garden Inn locations are there?
Hilton Garden Inn reported 750 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 Hilton Garden Inn been franchising?
Hilton Garden Inn started offering franchises in 1990 after the company was founded in 1990.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Hilton Garden Inn and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hilton Garden Inn. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.