13 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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The total initial investment to open a Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) franchise ranges from $6.0M to $15.5M (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) is $45K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) franchise requires a physical location (2025 FDD). Franchisees will need to lease or purchase commercial real estate, which is a significant component of the total investment.
View full investment analysisCobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisCobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisCobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) currently operates 121 locations (2025 FDD) (121 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 1.7% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 2.3%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) is 4.1% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) is 20 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisCobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites)'s post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 0 years within 0 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisNo, Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites)'s franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.
View full legal analysisCobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) provides 93 hours of initial training over approximately 2 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, Cobblestone Hotels (Inn & Suites, Hotel & Suites, Suites) provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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