Hyatt Studios
Franchise research report · reviewed 2026 disclosure data
Researching Hyatt Studios franchise opportunities? Every figure below is cited to the FDD.
The StandardX franchise operates as a select-service hotel brand under Hyatt's portfolio, targeting the growing mid-scale hospitality segment with modern amenit
Headline figures
Hyatt Studios quick facts
- How much does it cost to open a Hyatt Studios franchise?
- The Hyatt Studios Franchise Disclosure Document reports separate estimated initial investments by format: $78,399–$599,826 for amount included in total investment payable to franchisor or affiliate: $78,399 to $599,826. (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 1); $14,882,103–$19,429,139 for total estimated initial investment excluding real estate costs: $14,882,103 to $19,429,139. (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 38). These formats are not combined. Each is the franchisor's disclosed estimate, not a quote. Details
- What ongoing fees does Hyatt Studios charge?
- The disclosed ongoing royalty is 5% (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 21). Other recurring fees are listed in Item 6. Details
- Does Hyatt Studios disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
- No. The reviewed Hyatt Studios FDD states that it does not make a financial performance representation in Item 19. Details
- Is Hyatt Studios a good franchise to buy?
- Franopolis does not rate or recommend franchises. From the reviewed FDD: Item 19 makes no financial performance representation, so ask current owners about results; Item 20 lists outlet openings, closures and transfers; Item 6 lists every recurring fee beyond royalty; Item 20 also lists current and former franchisees you can contact. Review the full FDD with a franchise attorney and accountant before deciding.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
What the disclosures show
- 1The 2026 FDD (Item 7) estimates opening costs separately by format: $78,399 – $599,826 (Amount included in total investment payable to franchisor or affiliate: $78,399 to $599,826.); $14,882,103 – $19,429,139 (Total estimated initial investment excluding real estate costs: $14,882,103 to $19,429,139.); several initial fee options apply.
- 2The franchisor makes no financial performance representation in Item 19.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
Hyatt Studios head-to-head
Closest peers in the same subcategory, side by side from reviewed FDD figures. Not a ranking or recommendation.
Costs · Items 5–7
What does it cost to open?
Estimated opening costs and the fees payable to the franchisor.
Startup Investment — Item 7
Range across 2 single-unit formats
2026 FDD · Item 7
Formats disclosed in Item 7 (3)
Each format has its own total. The total depends on the format you choose; multi-unit packages are listed but not included in the headline range.
- Amount included in total investment payable to franchisor or affiliate: $78,399 to $599,826.PDF p. 1$78,399 – $599,826
- Total estimated initial investment excluding real estate costs: $14,882,103 to $19,429,139.PDF p. 38$14,882,103 – $19,429,139
- For a 110-room Hyatt Studios hotel, total investment to begin operation: $14,882,103 to $19,429,139.Multi-unitPDF p. 1$14,882,103 – $19,429,139
Ongoing Fees — Item 6
Selected recurring charges; payment bases and conditions remain attached to each fee.
- Royalty Fee 5% — 5%Main ongoing fee
100 reported fees, each with its payment basis, are listed below; they haven't been sorted into recurring, initial and occasional groups yet.
Financial Performance — Item 19
What results are disclosed—and for which locations?
No financial performance representation in Item 19
The reviewed 2026 FDD for Hyatt Studios has no Item 19 figures on record. Franopolis does not estimate revenue or earnings in their place; ask the franchisor and current owners what unit-level information they can share.
Outlet Changes — Item 20
How has the outlet count changed?
Coverage not stated in the reviewed record · counts as of year end of each year.
2026 FDD · Item 20 ·
Questions to investigate
Prompts based on what this brand's reviewed disclosures do and don't show — not conclusions. Join free as a member to save questions to your research.
For the franchisor
Which line items in the 2026 Item 7 estimate ($78,399 – $19,429,139) vary most by market, and why?
Which initial fee option would apply to my situation, and what conditions or discounts affect it?
Hyatt Studios reports no financial performance figures in Item 19. What information can you share about unit-level results?
Is a territory available in my area, and how is it defined in my agreement?
For current and former owners
How did your actual startup costs and timeline compare with the Item 7 estimate?
How many hours a week do you work in the business, and in what role?
What support from the franchisor has been most and least useful?
For your advisors
Ask a franchise attorney to review the territory, renewal, transfer and termination terms.
Ask an accountant to build a cash-flow plan using your own assumptions, not the franchisor's.
Sources & vintage history
Every displayed fact is retained with its disclosure vintage, item, page, and reviewed status. Prior vintages remain on file rather than being overwritten.
Territory & operations
These are contract disclosures, not confirmation that any territory is currently available.
Legal & agreement
Franchisor financial statements
| Fiscal year | Measure | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | gross fees | $1,198 |
| 2025 | revenues for reimbursed costs | $3,629 |
| 2025 | franchise and other fees | $480 |
| 2025 | net incomeMore than one value recorded for this year — open the FDD source before comparing | -$49 |
| 2025 | deferred tax assets | $518 |
| 2025 | other income | $101 |
| 2025 | gains | -$15 |
| 2025 | long-term contract liabilities | $1,012 |
| 2025 | (gains) losses on sales of real estate and other | $15 |
| 2025 | operating lease right-of-use assets | $328 |
| 2025 | accrued compensation and benefitsMore than one value recorded for this year — open the FDD source before comparing | $226 |
| 2025 | prepaids and other assetsMore than one value recorded for this year — open the FDD source before comparing | $169 |
These figures describe the franchisor company, not individual franchise locations.
SBA-backed loans to franchisees
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Source: U.S. Small Business Administration 7(a) & 504 FOIA data. Loan volume is not a measure of franchisee success.
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Business history
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Owner participation
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Territory language
Litigation disclosure
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Bankruptcy disclosure
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Agreement term
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