The Ecali Club

What The Ecali Club does

The Ecali Club is a private members-only country club located in Ekali (Ecali), a northern suburb of Athens, Greece, founded in 1971 as the first country club in the country. The club operates a single physical campus at 15 Lofou Str., Ekali 145 78, and has been owned by the Latsis Group (a diversified Greek conglomerate) since 1978, operating as ECALI TOURISM AND HOTELS ENTERPRISES S.A. (ΕΚΑΛΗ ΤΟΥΡΙΣΤΙΚΑΙ ΚΑΙ ΞΕΝΟΔΟΧΕΙΑΚΑΙ ΕΠΙΧΕΙΡΗΣΕΙΣ Α.Ε.). Its service offering is organized across six pillars: Gastronomy (Restaurant, BBQ House, Sunday Family Buffet, World Cuisine, Catering, Food Festivals), Sports (Tennis on five lit artificial-grass courts, gym group sessions, fitness center, swimming, basketball, karate, rhythmic gymnastics, fencing, chess, ping pong, running), Happy Kids (Summer Sports Camp, playground of 720 m² with LAPPSET Finland equipment, kids' pool, playroom, kids' sports programs), Social Events (weddings, baptisms, birthday parties, cocktail parties, gala), Exclusive Events (fashion shows, movie nights, music nights, theatre nights, art exhibitions, theme nights), and Business Events (meetings, conferences, team building, corporate parties, board meetings, networking, seminars, customer hosting, brand presentations). The club reports hosting over 100 exclusive events annually. Technology is limited to a Members Area portal, Mailchimp newsletter, Google Analytics, and CCTV; the club is GDPR-compliant and operates under an EU-US Privacy Shield certified newsletter vendor. Revenue is generated through annual membership subscriptions, on-site gastronomy and restaurant services, sports and fitness programming, event venue rental, and an off-site catering arm (The Ecali Club Catering). Distribution is direct via membership application and direct sales for venue rental and catering. Governance is provided by a five-member board including the President (Leonardos Hatziandreou, since 2016), CEO John Georgakakis, and directors drawn from the Latsis Group and partner firms (Lamda Development, Latsco Family Office, Rollerdeck Associates).

Name

The Ecali Club

Legal name

ECALI TOURISM AND HOTELS ENTERPRISES S.A. (ΕΚΑΛΗ ΤΟΥΡΙΣΤΙΚΑΙ ΚΑΙ ΞΕΝΟΔΟΧΕΙΑΚΑΙ ΕΠΙΧΕΙΡΗΣΕΙΣ Α.Ε.)

Website

https://ecali-club.gr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Ecali Club is a private members-only country club in Ekali, Athens, founded in 1971 as the first country club in Greece and owned by the Latsis Group. It serves high-net-worth individuals, families, and corporate clients through a six-pillar offering of gastronomy, sports, kids' programs, social, exclusive, and business events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Ekáli

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual/subscription-based membership fees for exclusive access to club facilities, events, sports, gastronomy, and member-only benefits.
2. Gastronomy and Restaurant Services: On-site restaurant, BBQ House, Sunday Family Buffet, World Cuisine events, and wine tasting/catering services generate food and beverage revenue.
3. Event Hosting Services: Venue rental and hosting services for social events (weddings, baptisms, birthdays, anniversaries, gala), corporate events (meetings, conferences, team building, product presentations), and exclusive events (fashion shows, art exhibitions, theatre nights).
4. Sports and Fitness Programs: Revenue from tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness center, group sessions (Yoga, Pilates, TRX), martial arts (Karate, Fencing), and Summer Sports Camp for children.
5. Catering Services: The Ecali Club Catering provides off-site catering for various events and occasions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Ecali Club is a strictly private members-only country club founded in 1971 in Ekali, northern suburbs of Athens, Greece. It offers comprehensive leisure and hospitality services to its members including fine dining (restaurant, BBQ House, Sunday buffet, world cuisine, catering), sports facilities (tennis, swimming, fitness, basketball, martial arts), kids programs (summer camp, playground, playroom), and event hosting for social, exclusive, and corporate occasions. Membership requires an application process and is priced on a subscription basis.

Product overview

The Ecali Club is a private members-only country club in Ekali, Athens, offering a comprehensive suite of leisure and hospitality services organized into six main pillars: Gastronomy (The Restaurant, BBQ House, Sunday Family Buffet, World Cuisine, Catering, Food Festivals), Sports (Tennis, Fitness, Swimming, Basketball, Karate, Fencing, Chess, Running), Happy Kids (playground, swimming pool, sports activities, entertainment), Social Events (Weddings, Baptisms, Celebrations, Gala), Exclusive Events (Fashion Shows, Movie Nights, Music Nights, Theatre), and Business Events (Meetings, Conferences, Team Building, Corporate Parties). The club also provides members with an online Members Area portal for accessing event calendars, photo albums, and sports tournament tracking. Established in 1971 and owned by the Latsis family, the club serves as a premier destination for affluent members seeking high-end recreation, dining, and social networking.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Restaurant

Quantifiable outcome

• First country club established in Greece in 1971
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• EKOminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEKO (Greek energy company) is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club, providing exclusive offers and benefits to club members.
• EY (Ernst & Young)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerEY is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club, providing exclusive offers and benefits to club members.
• SamsungminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSamsung is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club, providing exclusive offers and benefits to club members.
• Theseus RehabminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTheseus Rehab is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club, providing exclusive health/rehabilitation offers and benefits to club members.
• Delphi ForumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDelphi Forum is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club.
• TEDx AthenscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTEDx Athens is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club. The club hosts TEDx events, demonstrating strategic partnership in knowledge-sharing and intellectual events.
• Lamda DevelopmentcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLamda Development (Latsis Group) is listed as a business partner. The club's ownership passed to the Latsis family in 1978, making this a significant strategic relationship within the group.
• PrivatSeaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrivatSea (luxury yacht services) is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club, providing exclusive offers to members.
• Seven Stars Luxury HospitalitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSeven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards (SSLHLA) partnered with Ecali Club to host their 5th Annual Gala ceremony on September 23, 2017. This was the first time the international event was held in Greece.
• CEO Clubs GreeceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCEO Clubs Greece is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club, providing exclusive networking opportunities.
• Global SustainminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal Sustain is listed as a business partner of Ecali Club, providing exclusive sustainability-focused offers.
• INTERAMERICANcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerINTERAMERICAN provides ongoing sponsorship and insurance coverage for 'To Hamogelo tou Paidiou' (The Smile of the Child) nonprofit organization. They organize charity bazaars at Ecali Club and provide insurance for club events.
• IllyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerIlly Espresso offers exclusive 15% discount for Ecali Club members on purchases from www.illyshop.gr using discount code 0NORLL38.
• FairynailsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFairynails, a top Greek beauty chain, provides manicure, pedicure, blow dry bar by Kérastase, and make-up services at Ecali Club. Open 7 days per week.
• KérastaseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKérastase provides professional hair care products and treatments (blow dry, haircut for women, men and children) through the Fairynails outlet at Ecali Club.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Annabel's: Iconic London private members club operated by Birley Group, offering dining, dancing, and exclusive social events for UHNW members. Comparable as a strictly private members club with curated events and high-end hospitality.
• Wentworth Club: Prestigious private members club in Surrey, UK, anchored by championship golf plus tennis, swimming, and dining. Comparable as an established heritage country club offering multi-sport and social membership to HNW families.
• Soho House: Global private members club network with properties across major cities, offering dining, fitness, event spaces, and co-working. Comparable as a premium private members club model focused on HNW creative professionals, though at much larger international scale.
• The Arts Club London: Historic London private members club for arts, culture, and business leaders, offering dining, bedrooms, and event programming. Comparable as a heritage private members club with strong cultural programming and HNW member base.

Regional players

• Sani Resort: Halkidiki luxury resort offering upscale dining, sports, kids programs, and private event hosting. Comparable as a Greek luxury family destination with multi-pillar offerings similar to Ecali, but operates on a hotel-plus-residences model.
• Porto Carras Grand Resort: Halkidiki-based luxury resort with extensive sports, dining, and event infrastructure including a private marina and golf course. Comparable to Ecali Club as a Greek luxury hospitality asset combining accommodation, sports, and high-end events, but located in a different region.
• Quinta do Lago: Luxury resort and residential estate in the Algarve, Portugal, with golf, sports, dining, and private event hosting. Comparable as a Mediterranean luxury country-club-style property serving HNW families, but with resort accommodations.
• Costa Navarino: Luxury resort in Messinia, Greece, with private membership-style programs, golf, dining, and event hosting. Comparable in operating premium Greek leisure experiences but with broader resort accommodations versus Ecali's pure private club model.

Direct peers

• Glyfada Golf Club: Private members golf club in the Athens Riviera area offering sports, dining, and social events. Comparable as a Greek private members club serving HNW Athenians with a sports-and-socially-oriented model, though more narrowly focused on golf.
• Club de Campo Villa de Madrid: Major Spanish private members country club offering golf, tennis, swimming, equestrian, dining, and extensive event programming. Comparable as a long-standing European private members country club with comprehensive sports and social facilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCyZeFX-2H57Q6fbhKPyF4Ow
• Instagraminstagram.com/ecaliclub
• Xx.com/ecaliclub
• Facebookfacebook.com/ecaliclub
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-ecali-club

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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