15 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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The total initial investment to open a Quality Inn franchise ranges from $317K to $2.0M (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 Quality Inn 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 Quality Inn 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a Quality Inn 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 analysisQuality Inn charges a royalty fee of 5.3% 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 Quality Inn franchise is approximately 8.8% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.5% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $855/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisQuality Inn has been involved in 4 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 4 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Quality Inn franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisQuality Inn offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisQuality Inn currently operates 1,621 locations (2025 FDD) (1,621 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 0.3% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -0.3%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Quality Inn is 3.1% (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 Quality Inn is 20 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisQuality Inn's post-termination non-compete clause lasts 0 years after termination or expiration (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Quality Inn's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisQuality Inn provides 42 hours of initial training over approximately 1 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, Quality Inn 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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