Massage & Wellness franchises

City Cave Franchise Opportunity

City Cave Float & Wellness Centre is a wellness franchise combining float therapy, infrared saunas and massage. Founded in 2016, it has grown to over 70 centres in Australia.

74 units in AustraliaFranchising since 2018Registered as City Cave PTY LTD
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a City Cave franchise cost?

A City Cave franchise requires a total investment of $600,000–$900,000 all-in, comprising a $50,000 initial fee and a 7.0% royalty and a 2.0% marketing levy.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026. See full cost breakdown

Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

City Cave vs the Massage & Wellness median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeCity CaveCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$600K–$900K$467,000–$850,000 (9)above median

Medians from the Massage & Wellness Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

74venues in Australia
68franchised businesses
6company-owned units
48franchisees (operators)
9years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, TAS, VIC

Expanding into SA, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006861) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$600,000 – $900,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006861) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Other

Restraint of trade after exit Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit Other

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006861) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

City Cave’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006861) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.citycave.com.au

Phone 0413448071

Email jeremy@citycave.com.au

Registered office 4a/305 Montague Road West End

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006861) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

How City Cave’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
South AustraliaPort Adelaiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
QueenslandBrisbanerecruitingcaptured July 2026
VictoriaMelbournerecruitingcaptured July 2026

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a City Cave franchise cost?

A City Cave franchise requires a total investment of $600,000–$900,000 all-in, including a $50,000 initial fee (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are City Cave's ongoing fees?

City Cave charges a 7% royalty and a 2% marketing levy.

Is City Cave on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, City Cave appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.