Hotel Indigo franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Hotel Indigo franchise fee is $75,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $10,200,176 to $46,917,003, with about $3,875,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Hotel Indigo FDD.
What are the Hotel Indigo franchise fees and investment?
The Hotel Indigo franchise requires a franchise fee of $75,000 and a total initial investment of $10,200,176 to $46,917,003. 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) | $10,200,176 to $46,917,003 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $3,875,000 |
| US locations | 70 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Franchising since | 2004 |
How does the Hotel Indigo investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Hotel Indigo's minimum investment of $10,200,176 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 79 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, Hotel Indigo belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Hotel Indigo FDD?
Verify six parts of the Hotel Indigo 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 Hotel Indigo 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 Hotel Indigo?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Hotel Indigo:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Extended Stay America Premier Suites | $50,000 | $10,058,979 to $15,123,386 |
| avid hotel | $50,000 | $10,360,251 to $15,714,550 |
| Compass by Margaritaville | $65,000 | $10,366,100 to $57,880,100 |
| Sonesta Simply Suites | $50,000 | $9,954,950 to $16,413,220 |
| Radisson | $75,000 to $150,000 | $9,901,500 to $57,222,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Hotel Indigo franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Hotel Indigo franchise ranges from $10,200,176 to $46,917,003, 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 Hotel Indigo franchise?
Hotel Indigo lists a minimum of about $3,875,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Hotel Indigo locations are there?
Hotel Indigo reported 70 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 Hotel Indigo been franchising?
Hotel Indigo started offering franchises in 2004 after the company was founded in 1989.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Hotel Indigo and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hotel Indigo. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.