About Knights Inn Franchise
Knights Inn is a budget hotel franchise operating under Sonesta RL Hotels Franchising Inc., part of the Sonesta hospitality family backed by parent company Sonesta.
The brand provides affordable overnight accommodations for value conscious travelers, offering clean, comfortable rooms at price points that appeal to road trippers, budget tourists, and business travelers looking to minimize lodging costs.
With a franchise fee of $16,500, Knights Inn offers an accessible entry into the hotel franchise industry.
Knights Inn Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$128K
Average Investment
$673K
Maximum Investment
$1.2M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $16,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $128,395 – $1,218,195 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $128K–$1.2M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Fee (Note 2) | $16,500 | $18,750 |
| Onboarding Administration Fee | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| PIP Fee (Note 3) | $0 | $1,000 |
| Market Study (Note 4) | $0 | $7,500 |
| Permits, Licenses, Plans, Etc. | $135,000 | $290,000 |
| Construction Costs | $25,000 | $4,800,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (“FF&E”) (Note 9) | $5,200 | $674,000 |
| Exterior Signage (Note 10) | $5,000 | $30,000 |
| Communications Equipment (Note 11) | $5,000 | $50,000 |
| Computer System (Note 12) | $2,000 | $15,000 |
| PMS Interface and Tokenization Set Up Fee (Note 13) | $445 | $445 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Technology Fee | $2.00 |
| Brand Fee | $40.50 |
| Conference Fee | $100 |
| PMS-to-CRS Enhanced Connectivity Fee with HAPI | $99 |
| Operations Insights Fee | $69.50 |
| Brand Training Fee | $1,500 |
| In-Person Ongoing Training Fee | $1,000 |
| Subsequent Onboarding Administration Fee in connection with change of ownership | $1,000 |
| Late Payment Charge | The lesser of (a) 1.5% of the overdue amount or (b) the maximum rate allowed by |
| Reactivation Fee | $2,000 |
| Reservation System Maintenance Fee | $250 |
| Reservation System Maintenance Services & Assistance Fee | $150 |
| Revenue Consulting and Insights Fee | $249 |
| Revenue Management Insights Fee | $79.50 |
| Accelerated Property Experience (“APEx”) Fee | $1,000 |
| Guest Relations Program Fee | $25 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you satisfy the conditions in the Franchise Agreement, the term of your Franchise Agreement will automatically extend for three years, which may be extended twice more at three year intervals. |
Knights Inn Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Knights Inn 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.
Knights Inn 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.
Knights Inn Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordKnights Inn has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Knights Inn System Growth
Total Units
211
Franchised
211
Company-Owned
0
Knights Inn currently operates 211 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 | 211 | ||
| 2019 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | 211 | ||
| 2020 | 186 | ||
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 186 | ||
| 2021 | 170 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 170 |
Knights Inn Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Knights Inn franchise ranges from $128,395 to $1,218,195, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $16,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Knights Inn charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Knights Inn 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 Knights Inn to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Knights Inn 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.
Knights Inn has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $128,395-$1,218,195, a N/A royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $16,500 and the total investment ranges from $128,395 to $1,218,195 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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