WaterWalk
Hospitality · Hotels & Extended Stay
- Active units
- 2
- Royalty
- 6.0%
Franchised, year-end 2023
of weekly Net Sales
About WaterWalk
WaterWalk International, based in Wichita, KS, is a leading innovator and provider of flexible long-term lodging. They offer upscale fully furnished and ready-to-furnish suites, catering to a variety of needs. With their flexible lodging options, WaterWalk allows you to say YES to life's opportunities and make that leap into new adventures. Whether you need a short-stay or a longer stay, they have you covered. Their suites range from studio to 3 bedrooms and are equipped with full kitchens, in-room laundry, and cleaning services, ensuring you can stay as long as you like without feeling weighed down. They also understand the importance of personalizing your space, so feel free to bring your favorite furniture and make it truly feel like home. They provide wifi, utilities, Direct TV, and even your morning cup of Joe, so you can focus on what truly matters to you. In addition to their flexible accommodations, WaterWalk is known for being pet-friendly, and they welcome your furry friends with open arms. With various locations throughout the country, they are ready to meet your lodging needs wherever you go. Subscribe for news and updates to stay in the loop with WaterWalk International, the ultimate provider of comfortable and convenient lodging.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$75k
- Development Incentive
Loan typically up to 50% of equity; funded after opening and forgiven 1/20th annually over the Term; if received, you may not be eligible for reductions in Initial or Recurring Fees.
- Brand fund
3.0% of Net Sales
- Veteran discount
Not offered
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2026 filing); filings on file: 2024, 2025, 2026.
Growth
- Total locations11
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings0
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate0.0%
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR134.5%
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio0.0×
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$23.5M
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open—
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
- Royalty rate6.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Location footprint
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.