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Marriott HotelFranchise Cost & FDD Overview

Hospitality — Full-Service Hotel Franchise franchise. Founded in 1957. Headquartered in Bethesda, MD.

Latest FDD: 2025·Data last updated April 2026

Investment

$93.9M - $168.9M

Franchise Fee

$150K

Royalty

6%

+ 1% marketing

Total Units

368

Bethesda, MD Founded 1957Hospitality · Full-Service Hotel Franchise

23 changes in the 2025 FDD

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Marriott Hotel franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Marriott Hotel franchise ranges from $93.9M - $168.9M. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Marriott Hotel franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Marriott Hotel is $150K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Marriott Hotel's ongoing fees?+
Marriott Hotel franchisees pay a 6% royalty fee on gross sales and a 1% marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Marriott Hotel franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Marriott Hotel has 368 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Marriott Hotel's full FDD?+
FDDs are available directly from the franchisor or through FDD filing services. FranchiseDiff shows extracted comparison data from publicly available FDDs — we do not distribute the documents themselves.

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