Postcard Cabins franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Postcard Cabins franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $192,925 to $363,625, with about $45,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Postcard Cabins FDD.
What are the Postcard Cabins franchise fees and investment?
The Postcard Cabins franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $192,925 to $363,625. 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) | $192,925 to $363,625 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $45,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Bethesda, Maryland |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Franchising since | 2024 |
How does the Postcard Cabins investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Postcard Cabins's minimum investment of $192,925 is at or below the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 159 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, Postcard Cabins belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Postcard Cabins FDD?
Verify six parts of the Postcard Cabins 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 Postcard Cabins 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 Postcard Cabins?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Postcard Cabins:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Project Alpha by Hilton | $100,000 | $195,000 to $275,000 |
| Econo Lodge | $35,000 | $185,645 to $1,047,895 |
| Landingplace Select | $50,000 | $209,100 to $548,800 |
| Magnuson Hotels | $10,000 | $175,000 to $400,000 |
| Vagabond Inn | $1,000 | $174,500 to $7,066,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Postcard Cabins franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Postcard Cabins franchise ranges from $192,925 to $363,625, 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 Postcard Cabins franchise?
Postcard Cabins lists a minimum of about $45,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Postcard Cabins locations are there?
A current US unit count for Postcard Cabins is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Postcard Cabins been franchising?
Postcard Cabins started offering franchises in 2024 after the company was founded in 2024.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Postcard Cabins and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Postcard Cabins. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.