StudioRes franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The StudioRes franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $273,000 to $730,800, with about $75,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the StudioRes FDD.
What are the StudioRes franchise fees and investment?
The StudioRes franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $273,000 to $730,800. 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) | $273,000 to $730,800 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $75,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Hotels & Travel (Hotels & Lodging) |
| Headquarters | Bethesda, Maryland |
| Founded | 2023 |
| Franchising since | 2023 |
How does the StudioRes investment compare with other hotels & travel franchises?
StudioRes's minimum investment of $273,000 is at or below the median minimum investment of $7,607,385 across the 195 hotels & travel franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 150 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, StudioRes belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the StudioRes FDD?
Verify six parts of the StudioRes 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 StudioRes 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 StudioRes?
These hotels & travel franchises have the closest minimum investment to StudioRes:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Trend Hotels and Suites by My Place | $45,000 | $272,500 to $2,947,000 |
| Riverstone Suites by Cobblestone Hotels | $40,000 | $271,825 to $427,500 |
| Park Inn | $45,000 | $267,445 to $1,416,145 |
| GreenTree Inn | $20,000 to $24,000 | $300,000 to $1,815,400 |
| Graduate by Hilton | $100,000 | $241,000 to $478,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a StudioRes franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a StudioRes franchise ranges from $273,000 to $730,800, 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 StudioRes franchise?
StudioRes lists a minimum of about $75,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many StudioRes locations are there?
A current US unit count for StudioRes is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has StudioRes been franchising?
StudioRes started offering franchises in 2023 after the company was founded in 2023.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. StudioRes and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by StudioRes. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.