Suburban Studios

Suburban Studios is an American extended-stay hotel brand owned by Choice Hotels International, one of the world's largest lodging franchisors. Designed for guests who need a comfortable, affordable place to stay for a few weeks, a month, or longer, the brand delivers a simple and enjoyable experience at a reasonable price point.

A Brief History

Originally founded in 1987 as Suburban Lodge, the brand was renamed Suburban Extended Stay after being acquired by Choice Hotels in 2005. In 2022, Choice Hotels relaunched the brand as Suburban Studios, introducing a refreshed identity and room design tailored to the evolving needs of extended-stay travelers. Since the relaunch, the brand has experienced remarkable growth, opening its 100th hotel in Bloomington, Minnesota, in late 2023—a 45% increase in properties within just 18 months. By early 2025, the chain operated 111 locations across the United States.

What Guests Can Expect

Every Suburban Studios hotel features clean, studio-style suites with dedicated spaces to eat, work, and relax. Each room comes equipped with a well-equipped in-room kitchen, allowing guests to cook meals just as they would at home. Additional amenities include free high-speed Wi-Fi, free cable TV with premium movie channels, 24/7 on-site laundry facilities, and bi-weekly housekeeping. Long-stay guests also benefit from discounted weekly rates, making extended trips more affordable. The brand's "Extended Stay Made Easy" promise is built around providing the essentials for a productive and comfortable long-term stay.

A Developer-Friendly Model

One of Suburban Studios' defining characteristics is its highly efficient conversion model. Through innovative solutions such as the proprietary "Kitchen in a Box"—a modular kitchen design package introduced in 2022—developers can transform existing hotel properties into Suburban Studios locations in as little as three to four months. This low-cost, flexible approach has made the brand an attractive entry point for franchisees seeking to capitalize on the fast-growing extended-stay segment, where demand continues to outpace supply.

Part of the Choice Hotels Family

As a member of the Choice Hotels portfolio, Suburban Studios guests can participate in the award-winning Choice Privileges loyalty program, which offers instant perks, exclusive member rates, and fast rewards for bookings made directly through Choice Hotels. With its straightforward value proposition, practical amenities, and rapid expansion, Suburban Studios continues to position itself as a reliable choice for long-stay travelers across the United States.

Suburban Studios, a Choice Hotels extended-stay brand, utilizes modular FF&E design packages to streamline property conversions and standardize brand quality. The FF&E strategy is built around two proprietary turnkey solutions:

• Kitchen in a Box: A modular kitchen design package that installs fully equipped in-room kitchens in as little as 3–4 months. Each kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and all essentials for home-style cooking.

• Lobby in a Box: A ready-to-assemble modular package that transforms lobby dining areas into multi-functional spaces within 120 days, featuring grab-and-go food and beverage marketplaces.

In-room FF&E typically includes studio-style layouts with defined work and relaxation zones, premium bedding, flat-screen TVs, and apartment-size appliances.

FF&E Advantages: Simplified SKU counts reduce procurement complexity and implementation costs, enabling conversions in 3–4 months with a lower upfront investment compared to new construction.