Sonesta Select and Sonesta Essential offer franchises for select-service, upscale hotels, providing distinctive and high-quality lodging services. Franchisees operate hotels under established brand marks, adhering to high standards for…
Total Investment
$950K – $17.4M
Franchise Fee
$65,000 (Sonesta Select, minimum for 125-room hotel) / $45,000 (Sonesta Essential, minimum for 80-room hotel); or $500 per Guest Room if greater
Sonesta Select and Sonesta Essential offer franchises for select-service, upscale hotels, providing distinctive and high-quality lodging services.
Franchisees operate hotels under established brand marks, adhering to high standards for construction, furnishing, operation, appearance, and guest service.
These hotels cater to guests seeking upscale accommodations with a focus on core lodging amenities and a consistent, quality experience.
$65,000 (Sonesta Select, minimum for 125-room hotel) / $45,000 (Sonesta Essential, minimum for 80-room hotel); or $500 per Guest Room if greater
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
5% of Gross Rooms Revenue of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Total Investment Range
$950,400 – $17,350,475
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $950K–$17.4M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 5% of Gross Rooms Revenue of gross sales.
Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential 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.
Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential 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.
Clean Litigation RecordSonesta Select / Sonesta Essential 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.
📈Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential System Growth
Total Units
46
Franchised
46
Company-Owned
0
Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential currently operates 46 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
The total investment to open a Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential franchise ranges from $950,400 to $17,350,475, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $65,000 (Sonesta Select, minimum for 125-room hotel) / $45,000 (Sonesta Essential, minimum for 80-room hotel); or $500 per Guest Room if greater. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Rooms Revenue of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential 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 Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential 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.
Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $950,400-$17,350,475, a 5% of Gross Rooms Revenue royalty, and no 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 $65,000 (Sonesta Select, minimum for 125-room hotel) / $45,000 (Sonesta Essential, minimum for 80-room hotel); or $500 per Guest Room if greater and the total investment ranges from $950,400 to $17,350,475 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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Sonesta Select / Sonesta Essential
Total Investment
$950K – $17.4M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$65,000 (Sonesta Select, minimum for 125-room hotel) / $45,000 (Sonesta Essential, minimum for 80-room hotel); or $500 per Guest Room if greater
Royalty5% of Gross Rooms Revenue
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units46
Earnings Claim (Item 19)No
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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