What Eco Hotels does

Eco Hotels and Resorts Ltd. is a Bombay Stock Exchange-listed Indian hospitality company, promoted by Eco Hotels UK PLC, London, that owns, develops and asset-manages a multi-brand portfolio of three-star premium and economy hotels. Its operational footprint comprises six hotels (Eco Satva Ayodhya, Vadodara, Kota; EcoXpress Satva Varanasi; Eco Boutique Udaipur; Eco Value Kochi) with ten additional properties in the pipeline across pilgrimage, leisure and business markets, supported by a stated ambition to operate 5,000 rooms within five years and 10,000-15,000 rooms within ten years.

The core product architecture combines seven hotel brands (Eco Satva, Eco Grand, Eco, Eco Xpress, Eco Value, Eco Resorts, Eco Boutique) spanning budget to premium tiers, with four F&B brands (SAHAR sattvic vegetarian restaurant, GG's Pan Asian restobar, Kick in the Brick pub, and EcoSip Cafe). A defining differentiator is the company's "No Onion & No Garlic" vegetarian kitchen positioning rooted in Jain and Vaishnav principles. Underlying the physical asset expansion is 3D Volumetric Construction Technology sourced from associate company Modulex, which the company claims enables a 100-room hotel within one year and reduces construction-phase carbon emissions by up to 60%, supporting its carbon-neutral and net-zero operational commitments.

The business model is asset-heavy hospitality, monetized through room rentals across brands, food and beverage operations, and wedding/event banqueting, distributed via a direct-to-consumer booking engine, phone and email reservations, and travel-agency partnerships (Kesari Tours, Riya Travels). Capital is being raised through an ongoing multi-tranche Rights Issue to existing shareholders to fund the expansion pipeline. The group also holds a majority stake in Sharad Fibres and Yarn Processors Limited as a non-core diversification, and is led by a board combining ex-IAS and ex-IRS civil servants with private equity and hospitality operators, with promoter influence flowing from Eco Hotels UK PLC.

Name

Eco Hotels

Legal name

Eco Hotels and Resorts Ltd.

Website

https://ecohotels.in

Company type

Public

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Eco Hotels and Resorts Ltd. is a BSE-listed Indian hospitality company operating and developing a multi-brand portfolio of vegetarian, carbon-neutral three-star premium and economy hotels across pilgrimage, leisure and business markets, using proprietary 3D modular construction technology to accelerate rollout.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Eco-Boutique & Sustainable Lifestyle Hotels (THAGADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Eco-Resorts (THAGACAK), Eco-Lodges (Low-Impact, Nature-Integrated Lodging) (THAAAHAA)

Keywords

• Vegetarian hotel hospitality
• Multi-brand hotel portfolio
• Sustainable hotel operations
• Banquet and event venues
• Sattvic cuisine restaurants

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hotel Room Rentals: Core revenue stream from room bookings across six brands (Eco Satva, Eco Grand, Eco, Eco Xpress, Eco Value, Eco Resorts, Eco Boutique) serving leisure, business, and family travelers.
2. Food & Beverage Services: Revenue from three signature restaurant brands: SAHAR (vegetarian sattvic cuisine), GG's (Pan Asian restobar), and KICK IN THE BRICK (quintessential pub), along with Eco Sip Cafe.
3. Weddings & Events: Banquet halls and event spaces catering to weddings, corporate events, and celebrations across properties.
4. Right Issue (Equity Capital): Company is raising capital through rights issue mechanism with multiple call money phases to fund expansion.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Eco Hotels operates a multi-brand portfolio of carbon-neutral vegetarian hotels across India under brands such as The Eco Satva, The Eco Grand, The Eco, The Eco Xpress, The Eco Value, The Eco Resorts, and The Eco Boutique. The company sells guest room stays, food and beverage services through signature vegetarian restaurant brands (SAHAR, GG's, Kick in the Brick, EcoSip Cafe), and banquet facilities for weddings and corporate events. Hotels are developed using 3D Volumetric Construction Technology via associate company Modulex, enabling rapid, low-emission property rollout.

Product overview

Eco Hotels operates a multi-brand hotel portfolio under six distinct brands: The Eco Satva (vegetarian hotels with contemporary rustic design), The Eco Grand (elevated luxury properties), The Eco (upscale hotels with local cultural affiliations), The Eco Xpress (budget-friendly hotels for new age travelers), The Eco Value (minimalistic properties for travelers on the move), The Eco Resorts (nature-immersive leisure properties), and The Eco Boutique (intimate design-led properties). The company also operates four signature restaurant brands: SAHAR (sattvic vegetarian cuisine rooted in Jainism/Vaishnavism), GG's (Pan Asian restobar), Kick in the Brick (pub), and EcoSip Cafe. All properties offer online room booking through the company's website and are developed using 3D Volumetric Construction Technology for rapid, eco-friendly development. The company is BSE-listed and plans to operate 5,000 rooms within 5 years and 10,000-15,000 rooms within 10 years.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SAHAR: A restaurant brand rooted in vegetarian values of Jainism and Vaishnavism, promoting sattvic plant-based cuisine without onion and garlic.
• GG's
• Kick in the Brick
• EcoSip Cafe

Products and services

• The Eco Satva Vegetarian hotel brand with contemporary rustic design, simplistic yet modern interiors with open spaces, neutral color schemes, and natural materials. All restaurants serve pure vegetarian cuisine (no onion, no garlic) using organic and fresh ingredients. Targets leisure, family, and pilgrimage travelers seeking sattvic hospitality.
• The Eco Grand Premium hotel brand offering elevated stay experience with upgraded amenities and grandiose design, delivering personalized stay experiences for guests seeking higher-tier hospitality.
• The Eco Upscale hotel brand creating an indelible stay experience with hotels designed with local cultural affiliations and a wide range of comforts to ensure seamless stays.
• The Eco Xpress Express hotel brand offering hassle-free stays for new age travelers, with required comforts for memorable stays, space to work, and catering to social needs.
• The Eco Value Budget hotel brand designed to meet requirements of travelers on the move, featuring a minimalistic approach and amenities that ensure purposeful stays, offering hospitality without frills.
• The Eco Resorts Resort brand offering immersive leisure experiences set amidst nature, designed to provide tranquility and rejuvenation while blending scenic surroundings with thoughtfully curated amenities for holistic stays.
• The Eco Boutique Boutique hotel brand offering intimate and design-led hospitality experiences with distinctive aesthetics, personalized service, attention to detail, and character-rich environments.
• SAHAR Restaurant Vegetarian restaurant rooted in the values of Jainism and Vaishnavism, embracing karma, compassion, and non-violence. Promotes a sattvic, plant-based lifestyle using grains, fruits, legumes, nuts, and seeds while strictly avoiding onion and garlic.
• GG's Restaurant Pan Asian restaurant and restobar offering an elevated dining experience for casual meals and intimate gatherings, with a menu featuring favorites from across the Asian subcontinent.
• Kick in the Brick Quintessential pub offering light bites and music in a beverage-focused social environment, with a menu crafted to complement beverage rounds.
• EcoSip Cafe Cafe brand offering beverage and light refreshment services within the Eco Hotels ecosystem, launched as part of the company's culinary expansion.
• Online Room Booking Platform Online room booking platform enabling guests to search and reserve accommodations across Eco Hotels properties, with location selection, check-in/out date picker, and promo code functionality.
• Weddings and Events Venue Service Banquet halls and event spaces catering to weddings, receptions, corporate events, and celebrations, with dedicated on-property event sales teams and catering services across Eco Hotels properties.

Quantifiable outcome

• 60% reduction in construction-phase carbon emissions compared to conventional techniques
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Kesari TourscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 April 2026Strategic travel partnership announced April 16, 2026. Kesari Tours is a major travel operator that will help expand Eco Hotels' customer acquisition through established traveler networks and tour packages.
• Riya TravelscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerTravel partnership for customer acquisition and distribution. Riya Travels provides access to additional traveler segments and booking channels.
• ModulexcoreTechnology or IntegrationAssociate company using 3D Volumetric Construction Technology that enables Eco Hotels to build 100-room hotels within one year with 60% reduction in construction-phase carbon emissions. This is a critical technology partnership supporting rapid, sustainable expansion.
• ModulxcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology provider enabling carbon net-zero hotel construction using 3D volumetric technology, significantly reducing project timelines and supporting Eco Hotels' commitment to achieving carbon net-zero operations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Treebo Hotels: Tech-enabled mid-market hotel brand in India operating across business and leisure cities. Comparable in targeting domestic mid-market travelers with standardized service and online booking, though without Eco Hotels' sustainability or vegetarian positioning.
• Lemon Tree Hotels: Listed Indian multi-brand hotel chain operating across budget, midscale, and premium segments with a strong sustainability program. Most directly comparable to Eco Hotels on multi-brand Indian domestic positioning, though at significantly larger scale.
• OYO Rooms: Large Indian hotel aggregator and brand operator focused on budget and midscale domestic travel, including pilgrimage and tier-2/3 cities that overlap with Eco Hotels' catchment. Direct competitor for the same price-sensitive traveler segment.
• Sterling Holidays and Resorts: Indian resort and vacation-ownership operator with properties in leisure destinations such as Udaipur, Kerala, and Goa. Comparable to Eco Hotels' Eco Resorts brand on destination/leisure hospitality and similar mid-market pricing.
• Keys Hotels (Berggruen / Lighthouse): Mid-market hotel chain operating across Indian business and leisure cities. Comparable in size and target customer to Eco Hotels' mid-tier Eco and Eco Xpress brands.
• Royal Orchid Hotels: BSE/NSE-listed mid-market and resort hotel operator in India with a similar regional multi-property footprint. Comparable scale, public listing status, and mid-market to premium positioning make it a close comp for Eco Hotels.
• Ginger Hotels: Indian Hotels Company subsidiary operating branded budget hotels across Indian cities. Closest direct comp on the Eco Value / Eco Xpress end of Eco Hotels' brand ladder and a competitor for cost-conscious domestic travelers.

Emerging players

• CGH Earth (Coconut Holidays): Indian boutique and responsible-tourism hotel operator with strong sustainability and locally rooted hospitality positioning. Most comparable peer to Eco Hotels' Eco Boutique brand on eco-conscious, experience-led stays, though smaller and focused on southern India.

Broad incumbents

• ITC Hotels:
• Indian Hotels Company (Taj): India's largest hotel chain operating Taj, Vivanta, SeleQtions, and Ginger brands across luxury through budget tiers. A broad incumbent that overlaps with Eco Hotels' full brand ladder but at vastly greater scale and brand equity.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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