Can you get an SBA loan for a SIGNATURE INN franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for SIGNATURE INN franchises. Historical data shows 3 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for SIGNATURE INN franchisees, with an average loan amount of $2,355,267. The historical default rate is 0.0%.

Is SIGNATURE INN a good franchise to buy?

SIGNATURE INN shows several positive indicators: low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

SIGNATURE INN

FDD Year:

Signature Inn offers franchises for operating affordable boutique hotels in the economy lodging segment, featuring a 'modern-retro' design with mid-century styling, modern amenities, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, lobby newspapers, and participation in the Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program. Properties must have at least 40 guest rooms, be 100% smoke-free and pet-friendly (with possible waivers), and target budget-conscious travelers seeking distinctive accommodations. The business model provides experienced hotel operators with greater autonomy than conventional franchises while enforcing brand standards via manuals and periodic inspections.

Locations

Since 2017

Franchising

Hospitality & LodgingNewton, MASonesta International Hotels Corporationwww.sonesta.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$20,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

N/A

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

N/A

Brand Fund

N/A

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$579 – $579

Item 6 of FDD

$42 per Guest Room/mo royalty (min $2,520/mo) + $18 per Guest Room/mo brand promotion (min $1,080/mo) + approx. $579/mo fixed tech/ops fees (PMS connectivity, revenue insights, operations insights, brand conference)

How SIGNATURE INN Compares

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
SIGNATURE INN Current	N/A	$20K	N/A	14
QUALITY INN	$317K – $2.0M	$45K	5.3%	1,621
SUPER 8	$4.7M – $6.9M	$25K	5.5%	1,375
DAYS INN, DAYS HOTEL AND DAYS INN & SUITES	$7.6M – $9.4M	$35K	5.5%	1,235
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES	$12.8M – $17.2M	$55K	5.5%	884
RED ROOF PLUS AND SUITES	$7.3M – $8.9M	$27K	5.0%	584
Hotels Average 34 franchises	$8.1M – $18.9M	$47K	5.2%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 34 Hotels franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2025)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States

1CA

2TX

3FL

4IL

5NV

6OR

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SIGNATURE INN franchisees (2016 – 2019)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$2,355,267

Total Volume

$7.1M

Default Rate

0.0%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

14 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases14

Primarily fee collection, breach of contract, guarantee enforcement, post-termination obligations, and trademark compliance disputes with former franchisees and guarantors, including counterclaims alleging misrepresentation, fraud in inducement, and failure to provide services.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryYes

Office Properties Income Trust and certain subsidiaries (entities for which certain officers and directors have management responsibility) filed Chapter 11 on October 30, 2025.