Howard Johnson by Wyndham franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Howard Johnson by Wyndham franchise fee is $35,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $6,681,950 to $11,539,776, with about $1,580,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Howard Johnson by Wyndham FDD.
What are the Howard Johnson by Wyndham franchise fees and investment?
The Howard Johnson by Wyndham franchise requires a franchise fee of $35,000 and a total initial investment of $6,681,950 to $11,539,776. 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) | $35,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $6,681,950 to $11,539,776 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $1,580,000 |
| US locations | 139 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Parsippany, New Jersey |
| Founded | 1990 |
| Franchising since | 1990 |
How does the Howard Johnson by Wyndham investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Howard Johnson by Wyndham's minimum investment of $6,681,950 is at or below the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 105 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $35,000 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Howard Johnson by Wyndham belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Howard Johnson by Wyndham FDD?
Verify six parts of the Howard Johnson by Wyndham 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Howard Johnson by Wyndham:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Studio 6 Suites | $41,300 | $6,594,181 to $8,667,995 |
| Studio 6 Extended Stay Motels | $41,300 | $6,812,341 to $9,217,088 |
| Boarders Lodging | $45,000 | $6,504,624 to $16,902,199 |
| Radisson Red | $75,000 | $7,050,440 to $41,791,390 |
| Motel 6 | $41,300 | $6,251,265 to $8,239,350 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Howard Johnson by Wyndham franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Howard Johnson by Wyndham franchise ranges from $6,681,950 to $11,539,776, including a franchise fee of $35,000, 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham franchise?
Howard Johnson by Wyndham lists a minimum of about $1,580,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Howard Johnson by Wyndham locations are there?
Howard Johnson by Wyndham reported 139 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham been franchising?
Howard Johnson by Wyndham 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. Howard Johnson by Wyndham and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Howard Johnson by Wyndham. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.