Overview
Why Holiday Inn Express?
Holiday Inn Express is a lodging & leisure brand and 2,324 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.
The Numbers
Investment & Fees
- Total initial investment
- $12.8M – $19.5M
- Initial franchise fee
- $139K – $174K
- Royalty fee
- Available on request
- Ad / marketing fee
- Available on request
Regulatory Filings
FDDs on file
Latest FDD on file: 2025. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.
Who's Operating It
36 franchisees of Holiday Inn Express
MICHAEL L. SHULAR
Saraland, AL
2unitsALBERT R. DAIGLE
Harvey, LA
1unitAshish K. Ghosh Hajra
Abilene, KS
1unitBEACHSIDE, L.C.
Virginia Beach, VA
1unitBrijesh Patel
Windcrest, TX
1unitCHARLES MICHAEL GIBSON
Alcoa, TN
1unitDilip Desai
Junction City, KS
1unitDinesh Patel
Decatur, AL
1unit
Why every serious buyer requests the FDD
The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.
- Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
- Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
- Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
- Item 21: audited financial statements
Frequently Asked
Holiday Inn Express franchise FAQ
Is Holiday Inn Express a franchise?
Yes. Holiday Inn Express is a franchise in the lodging & leisure category, which means you can own and operate a Holiday Inn Express location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The total initial investment to open one ranges from $12.8M – $19.5M. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
How much does it cost to open a Holiday Inn Express franchise?
Total initial investment to open a Holiday Inn Express franchise ranges from $12.8M – $19.5M according to the latest Franchise Disclosure Document. The actual cost depends on territory, build-out, and local market conditions. Request the full FDD on this page for Item 7's full investment breakdown.
What is the Holiday Inn Express franchise fee?
The Holiday Inn Express initial franchise fee is $139K – $174K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.
How many Holiday Inn Express franchise locations are there?
Holiday Inn Express operates 2,324 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.
Is a Holiday Inn Express franchise profitable?
Holiday Inn Express unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Holiday Inn Express FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.
How do I apply for a Holiday Inn Express franchise opportunity?
Submit a request through this page to receive the Holiday Inn Express Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.
Where can I get the Holiday Inn Express FDD?
The current Holiday Inn Express FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.
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