About Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Franchise
Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants is a boutique hospitality franchise operating under the InterContinental Hotels Group PLC umbrella, one of the largest hotel companies in the world.
The brand is renowned for its unique, design forward properties that blend luxury accommodations with locally inspired dining experiences, creating distinctive stays that reflect the character of each destination.
With a franchise fee of $100,000, Kimpton represents a premium investment in the boutique hotel franchise space.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$3K
Average Investment
$20.4M
Maximum Investment
$40.8M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $100,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $3,136 – $40,826,431 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $3K–$40.8M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 6% of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee (Note 1) | $100,000 | $100,000 |
| Property Improvement Plan (“PIP”) fee (Note 1) | $0 | $12,000 |
| Building Construction (Note 2) (Note 3) | $204,132 | $40,826,431 |
| Hotel Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (Note 2) | $27,712 | $6,491,003 |
| Restaurant & Bar Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (Note 2) | $3,136 | $1,450,523 |
| Hotel Operating Supplies and Equipment (including uniforms, china, linens, supplies, paper goods, et | $6,285 | $1,665,220 |
| Restaurant & Bar OS&E | $369,077 | $582,144 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $7.80 per net booking, which may be changed once annually. All hotels must sign |
| Renewal Fee | $250 |
| Technology Fee | The following are estimates for Opera and do not include all items, which may be |
| Audit Fee | $3,000 |
| Marketing and Reservation Contribution | 3% of GRR in aggregate (see Remarks for breakout). |
| Initial Marketing Contribution for the Loyalty Program | $10.00 |
| Special Marketing Contribution for Loyalty Program | 4.75% of Qualifying Full Folio Revenue from Loyalty Program members 1.425% of Qu |
| IHG Commission Services (“ICS”) (Travel Agent Commissions) | 10% (minimum) commission on total room rate. |
| GDS Fees | $6.40 |
| Groups & Meetings Fee | 4.0% fee for consumed or agreed room revenue sent to hotels via IHG MeetingBroke |
| Groups & Meetings TMC Fee | 2% globally for BCD M&E, CWT M&E and AMEX GBT. G&M TMC Revenue Programs are pay- |
| IHG Ignite Digital Marketing Fees | 2.75% commission on all consumed direct digital revenue booked. |
| TMC (formerly known as BTA) Revenue Program | $20,000 |
| IHG Business Edge Program Booking Fees | 4% of consumed transient revenue booked through the IHG Business Edge Program. |
| IHG Voice Reservation Service | $7.80 |
| IHG Concerto™, Yield & Price Optimization | $30 |
| IHG® Rewards Measured Standards | $1,000 |
| Hotel Website Maintenance | $250 |
| Restaurant Digital – Website Maintenance and Search Engine Marketing | $100 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 30 hours classroom |
| Classroom Training | 30 hours |
| Training Location | San Francisco, CA or other designated regional location or virtual |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | The License does not provide for renewal or term extensions. |
| Termination for Cause | IHGFL may terminate with cause. You pay liquidated damages if IHGFL terminates |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants 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.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants 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.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Litigation & Risk Flags
3 Pending Actions ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants System Growth
Total Units
3
Franchised
3
Company-Owned
0
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants currently operates 3 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 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 13 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 5 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 1 | 13 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 6 | 10 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 12 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 10 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 |
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants franchise ranges from $3,136 to $40,826,431, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $100,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants charges a royalty fee of 6% of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants 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 Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants 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.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $3,136-$40,826,431, a 6% royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 3 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $100,000 and the total investment ranges from $3,136 to $40,826,431 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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