Sonesta Hotels and Resorts / Royal Sonesta
$SHRRF500 #501CategoryLodging
SubcategoryLodging
Locations30
Franchisee Count10
Franchise Fee$75,000
Item 7 Low$1,507,607
Item 7 Midpoint$17,517,853
Item 7 High$33,528,099
Royalty Fees5% of Gross Rooms Revenue
Ad / Brand Fund3.5%
Sold Not Open2
ParentSonesta RL Hotels Franchising Inc.
Founded1986
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business40
Began Franchising2016
HQNewton, MA
Executives12
LinksWeb
Main Phone(617) 421-5400
FDD IssuedMarch 31, 2026
Last UpdatedOct 19, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 🔒
Franchisor
Franchisees must adopt a Property Management System (PMS) from an approved list, utilize designated Revenue Management Systems, and connect to the Central Reservation System. Costs for computer systems and technology can range significantly, with specific estimates provided for various components.
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