About HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL Franchise
Howard Johnson is a classic American hotel and restaurant brand backed by Wyndham Hotel Group, LLC, one of the largest hotel franchising companies in the world.
The brand is recognized for its distinctive orange roofs and family friendly lodging experience, with properties ranging from roadside motor lodges to modern hotel developments.
The franchise fee is $35,000.
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1K
Average Investment
$4.5M
Maximum Investment
$9.0M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $1,200 – $8,976,713 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $1K–$9.0M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| inclusive of | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| As Incurred Opening Hotel Group Facility, Restaurants, Training Expenses Before | $2,700 | $4,450 |
| Architecture, Architects, Design and Engineers, Engineering, Consultants, Phase | $123,600 | $510,350 |
| other Professionals Contractors, Subcontractors, Facility Before | $5,201,280 | $8,976,713 |
| Opening third-party Vendors Contractors, Subcontractors, Construction | $260,064 | $448,836 |
| third-party Vendors Technology Before Computer Supplier, | $68,132 | $70,132 |
| Opening Professionals Property Management Set- Before | $4,500 | $22,100 |
| Furniture, Fixtures Before | $458,750 | $615,536 |
| As Incurred Vendors, Suppliers Opening Opening Before | $240,321 | $297,919 |
| Lump Sum Before Opening Insurance Carrier Grand Opening Before Advertising Media | $3,000 | $14,500 |
| Opening Agency, Pre-Opening Before Employees, | $80,867 | $144,551 |
| Tangible | $18,637 | $35,956 |
| Month Initial | $130,049 | $193,733 |
| inclusive of | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| As Incurred Opening Hotel Group Facility, Restaurants, Airlines, Car Training Be | $1,200 | $4,450 |
| When Due Payment is to be Expenditure Payment Made Temporary Before Us, Wyndham | $0 | $1,250 |
| Opening Hotel Group Architecture, Architects, Design and Engineers, Engineering, | $0 | $103,000 |
| other Professionals Contractors, Subcontractors, Facility Before | $0 | $1,647,950 |
| Opening third-party Vendors Contractors, Subcontractors, Conversion Before | $0 | $82,398 |
| Opening third-party Vendors Technology Before Computer Supplier, | $0 | $70,132 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Except as specified in this Item 10, we do not offer or provide any financing arrangements for Howard Johnson franchisees, either directly or indirectly. Initial Fee Deferral. We may defer payment of the Initial Fee, if business circumstances warrant, in our sole |
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL Franchise Earnings — Item 19
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL 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.
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL 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.
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordHOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL 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.
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL System Growth
Total Units
148
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
148
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL currently operates 0 franchised locations and 148 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL franchise ranges from $1,200 to $8,976,713, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales, plus a 2% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL 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 HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL 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.
HOWARD JOHNSON INTERNATIONAL has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,200-$8,976,713, a N/A 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 $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,200 to $8,976,713 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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