Signature Inn franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Signature Inn franchise fee is $20,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $3,528,334 to $6,566,547, with about $860,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Signature Inn FDD.
What are the Signature Inn franchise fees and investment?
The Signature Inn franchise requires a franchise fee of $20,000 and a total initial investment of $3,528,334 to $6,566,547. 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) | $20,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $3,528,334 to $6,566,547 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $860,000 |
| US locations | 10 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Newton, Massachusetts |
| Founded | 1986 |
| Franchising since | 2005 |
How does the Signature Inn investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Signature Inn's minimum investment of $3,528,334 is at or below the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 124 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $20,000 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Signature Inn belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Signature Inn FDD?
Verify six parts of the Signature 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 Signature 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 Signature Inn?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Signature Inn:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Knights Inn | $19,750 | $3,500,799 to $9,623,807 |
| Americas Best Value Inn | $17,500 | $3,451,434 to $7,732,081 |
| Unscripted by Hyatt | $75,000 to $100,000 | $3,195,009 to $3,825,209 |
| Tapestry Collection By Hilton | $100,000 | $3,898,359 to $129,454,079 |
| Spark by Hilton | $75,000 | $3,102,531 to $5,514,193 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Signature Inn franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Signature Inn franchise ranges from $3,528,334 to $6,566,547, including a franchise fee of $20,000, 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 Signature Inn franchise?
Signature Inn lists a minimum of about $860,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Signature Inn locations are there?
Signature Inn reported 10 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 Signature Inn been franchising?
Signature Inn 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. Signature Inn and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Signature Inn. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.