Quality Inn franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Quality Inn franchise fee is $45,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $316,945 to $2,045,895, with about $150,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Quality Inn FDD.
What are the Quality Inn franchise fees and investment?
The Quality Inn franchise requires a franchise fee of $45,000 and a total initial investment of $316,945 to $2,045,895. 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) | $45,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $316,945 to $2,045,895 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $150,000 |
| US locations | 1,621 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | North Bethesda, Maryland |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Franchising since | 1968 |
How does the Quality Inn investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Quality Inn's minimum investment of $316,945 is at or below the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 148 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $45,000 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Quality Inn belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Quality Inn FDD?
Verify six parts of the Quality Inn 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 Quality Inn 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 Quality Inn?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Quality Inn:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts | $75,000 | $324,000 to $14,370,000 |
| Series by Marriott | $75,000 | $328,300 to $712,600 |
| GreenTree Inn | $20,000 to $24,000 | $300,000 to $1,815,400 |
| Dazzler Select by Wyndham | $35,000 | $338,300 to $734,200 |
| StudioRes | $50,000 | $273,000 to $730,800 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Quality Inn franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Quality Inn franchise ranges from $316,945 to $2,045,895, including a franchise fee of $45,000, 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 Quality Inn franchise?
Quality Inn lists a minimum of about $150,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Quality Inn locations are there?
Quality Inn reported 1,621 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 Quality Inn been franchising?
Quality Inn started offering franchises in 1968 after the company was founded in 1963.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Quality Inn and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Quality Inn. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.