Hotel Rl franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Hotel Rl franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $1,351,345 to $36,586,945, with about $2,030,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Hotel Rl FDD.
What are the Hotel Rl franchise fees and investment?
The Hotel Rl franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $1,351,345 to $36,586,945. 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) | $50,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $1,351,345 to $36,586,945 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $2,030,000 |
| US locations | 5 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Newton, Massachusetts |
| Founded | 1986 |
| Franchising since | 2005 |
How does the Hotel Rl investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Hotel Rl's minimum investment of $1,351,345 is at or below the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 134 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $50,000 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Hotel Rl belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Hotel Rl FDD?
Verify six parts of the Hotel Rl 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 Rl 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 Rl?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Hotel Rl:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Passport Inn | $7,500 | $1,384,600 to $2,604,200 |
| Red Carpet Inn | $10,000 | $1,387,350 to $2,606,950 |
| Scottish Inns | $10,000 | $1,387,350 to $2,606,950 |
| Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy | $75,000 | $1,070,060 to $10,103,120 |
| Country Inn & Suites by Radisson | $50,000 | $808,145 to $3,380,685 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Hotel Rl franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Hotel Rl franchise ranges from $1,351,345 to $36,586,945, including a franchise fee of $50,000, 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 Rl franchise?
Hotel Rl lists a minimum of about $2,030,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Hotel Rl locations are there?
Hotel Rl reported 5 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 Rl been franchising?
Hotel Rl started offering franchises in 2005 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. Hotel Rl and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hotel Rl. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.