Dubai: A groundbreaking digital platform is revolutionizing student accommodation, offering safe, affordable, and high-quality housing in Dubai and beyond, catering to students from across the region.
At the Gulf News EduFair 2025 in Dubai, Maitry Upreti, founder and CEO of Alphaway, unveiled the platform’s mission to provide students with conveniently located rooms near university campuses. “We are a UAE-based platform working with partners in the UK, Australia, Europe, and Ireland,” Upreti explained during her presentation.
A Global Student Housing Network
During her session, titled “Digital Bridges to Physical Belonging: Building the UAE’s First Scalable Student Housing Network,” Upreti emphasized Alphaway’s role in helping both students and parents navigate a wide array of accommodation options and support services through the platform.
“We are creating a trusted, global network of purpose-built student living spaces that offer safety, comfort, and a true sense of community,” she said. The platform features various room types, from studios and apartments to en-suites, ensuring students have diverse options to choose from.
For students studying at Dubai Knowledge Park or Academic City, Alphaway’s platform helps them find nearby accommodation. Additionally, those planning to study abroad can also benefit from this service.
Premium Amenities and Comprehensive Support
Alphaway’s accommodations offer more than just a place to stay. Many properties come furnished with kitchens, lounges, swimming pools, gyms, and even essential packs containing bedding and kitchenware at discounted rates.
“You’ll find spaces where you can engage in late-night discussions and laughter, all in safe and inclusive environments,” Upreti added.
Alphaway stands as the “only marketplace in the UAE” focused on connecting students to verified accommodation options in Dubai and globally, including the UK, Australia, Europe, and Ireland. The platform also provides end-to-end support, from visa assistance and trusted guarantor connections to career counseling, course selection guidance, travel bookings, and airport pick-ups, offering a comprehensive service for students worldwide.
