Student accommodation, handled better.

Why LodgeNest exists

Finding student accommodation should not mean sorting through outdated information, chasing managers for availability, or relying on scattered messages and paperwork.

LodgeNest brings students and hostel managers into one platform. Students can discover hostels, compare accommodation information, submit applications, manage group applications, and keep track of their accommodation status.

Managers get tools to publish hostel listings, manage rooms and beds, review applications, communicate important announcements, and keep accommodation information organized.

The team

[Emmanuel Otoo]

Co-Founder & Technical/Product Lead

Responsible for the overall LodgeNest system logic and functionality, including the core application architecture, workflows and backend functionality, database, authentication, and major technical features. Oversees the overall technical direction and operation of LodgeNest.

[Michael Anning]

Co-Founder & UI/UX Lead

Responsible primarily for the UI/UX design,frontend functionality and visual direction of LodgeNest, including the user interface, visual experience, and key design decisions. Co-developed LodgeNest as a co-founder and project partner.

Plain over clever

Student accommodation should be easy to understand. We keep information clear, useful, and easy to navigate.

Put students first

Students should be able to discover accommodation, understand their options, and track their applications without unnecessary friction.

Built for real hostels

We build alongside the people who manage hostels, with tools for listings, rooms, beds, applications, policies, and announcements.

So far

2026 · Product
LodgeNest develops into a student accommodation platform connecting students with hostel managers.
2026 · Platform
University and campus-based hostel discovery, applications, room allocation, and accommodation management take shape.
2026 · Management
The platform expands its manager tools for hostel listings, rooms, beds, applications, policies, and announcements.

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