Extended Stay America Suites charges a royalty fee of 5.5% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Extended Stay America Suites franchise is approximately 10.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 4.5% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $3.87/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Extended Stay America Suites has been involved in 3 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 3 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the Extended Stay America Suites franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Extended Stay America Suites offers exclusive 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.

Extended Stay America Suites currently operates 446 locations (2025 FDD) (107 franchised, 339 company-owned). The system contracted by 18.6% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -11.5%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Extended Stay America Suites is 2.2% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

The initial franchise agreement term for Extended Stay America Suites is 20 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 0 times for 0-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.

Extended Stay America 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).

Yes, Extended Stay America Suites's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Extended Stay America Suites provides 24 hours of initial training over approximately 1 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.

Yes, Extended Stay America Suites provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.