About GrandStay Hotel & Suites Franchise
GrandStay Hotel and Suites is a hospitality franchise offering upper midscale, all suite hotel accommodations.
The brand has been franchising since 2000 and focuses on delivering comfortable extended stay and overnight experiences in both leisure and business travel markets across the Midwest and beyond.
The franchise fee for a GrandStay Hotel and Suites property is $10,000.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$306K
Average Investment
$424K
Maximum Investment
$541K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Room Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | You must also spend at least 2% of your Monthly Gross Room Revenues on local adv | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $306,400 – $541,200 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $306K–$541K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Room Revenue) and marketing fee (You must also spend at least 2% of your Monthly Gross Room Revenues on local adv) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Purchase of Land (4) | $0 | $1,050,000 |
| Construction Costs | $0 | $7,000,000 |
| Wages, Travel and Living Expenses for You and Your General Manager During Training (5) | $12,000 | $15,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (6) | $50,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Initial Supplies and Inventory | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| Architectural and Engineering Fees | $0 | $100,000 |
| Signs | $12,000 | $70,000 |
| Security, Utility and License Deposits; Impact Fees (7) | $0 | $5,000 |
| Insurance - 6 Months (8) | $0 | $20,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if you understate Gross Room Revenues by 2% or more. |
| Interest Charges | The lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum legal rate allowable by applicable la |
| Training Fee | $300 |
| Opening Assistance | $300 |
| Operating Assistance | $300 |
| Photo Distribution Fee | $65 |
| Convention | $250 |
| Reacquisition Fee | $10,000 |
| Grand Returns | 5% of the room charge for the points awarded |
| Purchase of Land (4) | $500,000 |
| Construction Costs | $3,500,000 |
| Wages, Travel and Living Expenses for You and Your General Manager During Traini | $12,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (6) | $750,000 |
| Initial Supplies and Inventory | $15,000 |
| Architectural and Engineering Fees | $50,000 |
| Signs | $12,000 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 hours classroom |
| Classroom Training | 1 hours |
| Training Location | GrandStay Corporate Headquarters or designated location |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | The term of the Franchise Agreement starts when the Franchise Agreement is signed and continues until the 20th anniversary of the opening of your GrandStay property. |
| Renewal Term | 20 years |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Franchise Earnings — Item 19
GrandStay Hotel & Suites does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGrandStay Hotel & Suites has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites System Growth
Total Units
34
Franchised
34
Company-Owned
0
GrandStay Hotel & Suites currently operates 34 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 34 | ||
| 2019 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | 34 | ||
| 2020 | 33 | ||
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 33 | ||
| 2021 | 33 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 33 |
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a GrandStay Hotel & Suites franchise ranges from $306,400 to $541,200, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $10,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Room Revenue of gross sales, plus a You must also spend at least 2% of
your Monthly Gross Room
Revenues on local adv contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the GrandStay Hotel & Suites Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from GrandStay Hotel & Suites to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites has been franchising since 2000. The FDD shows an investment range of $306,400-$541,200, a 5% of Gross Room Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $10,000 and the total investment ranges from $306,400 to $541,200 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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