16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a GrandStay Hospitality franchise ranges from $125K to $24.2M (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 GrandStay Hospitality is $35K (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 GrandStay Hospitality 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a GrandStay Hospitality 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 analysisGrandStay Hospitality charges a royalty fee of 5.0% 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.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a GrandStay Hospitality franchise is approximately 7.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 2.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $500/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisGrandStay Hospitality 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 GrandStay Hospitality franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisGrandStay Hospitality 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 analysisGrandStay Hospitality currently operates 30 locations (2025 FDD) (30 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system contracted by 3.2% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -1.1%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for GrandStay Hospitality is 13.3% (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 analysisGrandStay Hospitality does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for GrandStay Hospitality is 20 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 20-year periods. The total potential term is 40 years.
View full contract analysisGrandStay Hospitality'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, GrandStay Hospitality's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisGrandStay Hospitality provides 112 hours of initial training over approximately 3 weeks (2025 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, GrandStay Hospitality 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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