Moxy Hotels franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Moxy Hotels franchise fee is $90,000 to $115,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $15,074,510 to $48,675,410, with about $4,695,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Moxy Hotels FDD.
What are the Moxy Hotels franchise fees and investment?
The Moxy Hotels franchise requires a franchise fee of $90,000 to $115,000 and a total initial investment of $15,074,510 to $48,675,410. 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) | $90,000 to $115,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $15,074,510 to $48,675,410 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $4,695,000 |
| US locations | 44 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Bethesda, Maryland |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Franchising since | 2014 |
How does the Moxy Hotels investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Moxy Hotels's minimum investment of $15,074,510 is above the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 57 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $90,000 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Moxy Hotels belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Moxy Hotels FDD?
Verify six parts of the Moxy Hotels 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 Moxy Hotels 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 Moxy Hotels?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Moxy Hotels:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton Inn Hotel/ Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel | $100,000 | $15,218,226 to $22,193,244 |
| Courtyard By Marriott | $90,000 | $14,853,210 to $33,052,210 |
| Element Hotels | $75,000 | $15,307,310 to $45,354,310 |
| Reverb | $50,000 to $100,000 | $15,353,150 to $37,251,650 |
| Cambria Hotels | $60,000 | $15,400,290 to $222,056,249 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Moxy Hotels franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Moxy Hotels franchise ranges from $15,074,510 to $48,675,410, including a franchise fee of $90,000 to $115,000, 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 Moxy Hotels franchise?
Moxy Hotels lists a minimum of about $4,695,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Moxy Hotels locations are there?
Moxy Hotels reported 44 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 Moxy Hotels been franchising?
Moxy Hotels started offering franchises in 2014 after the company was founded in 2013.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Moxy Hotels and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Moxy Hotels. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.