Everything You Need for
Modern Hostel Management
One platform. Two audiences. RooMates powers students finding their perfect room and owners running their entire hostel business.
Smart Search
Filter hostels by price, location, amenities, and proximity to your university.
Real-time Availability
See live room availability and book instantly without waiting for manual confirmation.
Multiple Booking Types
Choose regular semester stays, short-term rentals, or bulk group reservations.
Secure Payments
Pay with Mobile Money, bank transfer, or card — all encrypted and secure.
School-based Discovery
Browse hostels closest to your university, filtered by distance and price.
Booking History
Access your complete booking history, receipts, and upcoming reservations in one place.
Mobile Optimised
A seamless experience on any device — phone, tablet, or desktop.
Complaint System
Report issues directly through the platform and track resolution progress.
Bring Your Own Payment Gateway
RooMates doesn't hold your money. Connect your own Hubtel, Paystack, or bank gateway — students pay through your merchant account and funds go straight to you.
Hubtel
Accept Mobile Money (MTN, Vodafone, AirtelTigo) and cards via your Hubtel merchant account.
Paystack
Accept card, bank transfer, and mobile money payments via your Paystack account.
Custom Bank Gateway
Already have a payment gateway from your bank? Integrate it directly with no switching required.
Automated Receipts
Digital receipts are generated and sent to students automatically after every confirmed payment.
Flexible Booking for Every Need
Whether it's a full semester, a two-week internship, or a block booking for an organisation — RooMates handles it.
Regular Booking
Semester-long stays for students who need a stable, long-term room throughout the academic year.
- Full semester stays
- Monthly payment options
- Room held for the year
Short Stay
Short-term bookings for students who need temporary accommodation — days, weeks, or months.
- Minimum 1-night stays
- No long-term commitment
- Ideal for internships
Bulk Booking
Block-book multiple rooms for teams, conferences, workshops, or school programmes.
- Multiple room booking
- Group pricing available
- Dedicated coordinator
Ready to Get Started?
Create a free account today and experience the full power of RooMates.