Holiday Inn franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Holiday Inn franchise fee is $62,500 to $65,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $17,465,626 to $31,429,700, with about $4,190,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Holiday Inn FDD.
What are the Holiday Inn franchise fees and investment?
The Holiday Inn franchise requires a franchise fee of $62,500 to $65,000 and a total initial investment of $17,465,626 to $31,429,700. 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) | $62,500 to $65,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $17,465,626 to $31,429,700 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $4,190,000 |
| US locations | 534 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Founded | 1952 |
| Franchising since | 1954 |
How does the Holiday Inn investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Holiday Inn's minimum investment of $17,465,626 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 47 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $62,500 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Holiday Inn belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Holiday Inn FDD?
Verify six parts of the Holiday 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 Holiday 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 Holiday Inn?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Holiday Inn:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Crowne Plaza | $125,000 | $17,378,326 to $80,742,850 |
| EVEN Hotels | $75,000 | $17,743,001 to $27,410,450 |
| Hyatt Place | $75,000 to $150,000 | $17,918,455 to $52,134,018 |
| Vignette Collection | $100,000 | $18,039,791 to $85,017,180 |
| Ac Hotels By Marriott | $90,000 to $115,000 | $18,188,010 to $59,042,010 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Holiday Inn franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Holiday Inn franchise ranges from $17,465,626 to $31,429,700, including a franchise fee of $62,500 to $65,000, 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 Holiday Inn franchise?
Holiday Inn lists a minimum of about $4,190,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Holiday Inn locations are there?
Holiday Inn reported 534 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 Holiday Inn been franchising?
Holiday Inn started offering franchises in 1954 after the company was founded in 1952.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Holiday Inn and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Holiday Inn. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.