The James
$JMSXF500 #501CategoryLodging
SubcategoryLodging
Locations0
Franchisee Count1
Franchise Fee$75,000
Item 7 Low$310,500
Item 7 Midpoint$20,030,300
Item 7 High$39,750,099
Royalty Fees5% of Gross Rooms Revenue
Ad / Brand Fund3.5%
Sold Not Open0
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 maintain various technology systems, with costs for installation and ongoing support ranging from $20,000 to $550,000 depending on the system and hotel size.
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