Studio 6 Suites franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Studio 6 Suites franchise fee is $41,300 and the total initial investment ranges from $6,594,181 to $8,667,995, with about $1,425,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Studio 6 Suites FDD.
What are the Studio 6 Suites franchise fees and investment?
The Studio 6 Suites franchise requires a franchise fee of $41,300 and a total initial investment of $6,594,181 to $8,667,995. 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) | $41,300 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $6,594,181 to $8,667,995 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $1,425,000 |
| US locations | 54 |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Dallas, Texas |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Franchising since | 2005 |
How does the Studio 6 Suites investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
Studio 6 Suites's minimum investment of $6,594,181 is at or below the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 106 of the other 194 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $41,300 compares with an industry median of $50,000.
By minimum investment, Studio 6 Suites belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Studio 6 Suites FDD?
Verify six parts of the Studio 6 Suites 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 Studio 6 Suites 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 Studio 6 Suites?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to Studio 6 Suites:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Howard Johnson by Wyndham | $35,000 | $6,681,950 to $11,539,776 |
| Boarders Lodging | $45,000 | $6,504,624 to $16,902,199 |
| Studio 6 Extended Stay Motels | $41,300 | $6,812,341 to $9,217,088 |
| Motel 6 | $41,300 | $6,251,265 to $8,239,350 |
| Radisson Red | $75,000 | $7,050,440 to $41,791,390 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Studio 6 Suites franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Studio 6 Suites franchise ranges from $6,594,181 to $8,667,995, including a franchise fee of $41,300, 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 Studio 6 Suites franchise?
Studio 6 Suites lists a minimum of about $1,425,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Studio 6 Suites locations are there?
Studio 6 Suites reported 54 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 Studio 6 Suites been franchising?
Studio 6 Suites started offering franchises in 2005 after the company was founded in 2005.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Studio 6 Suites and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Studio 6 Suites. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.