Premium Managed-Hospitality Startup Eyes Massive Expansion Tribe Stays, a premium managed-hospitality startup, has secured $2.8 million in seed funding in a round co-led by Artha Venture Fund and
Tribe Stays, a premium managed-hospitality startup, has secured $2.8 million in seed funding in a round co-led by Artha Venture Fund and Riverwalk Holdings. The round also drew participation from prominent investors, including Kunal Khanna, Krishna Jain, and several high-net-worth individuals and family offices.
The funding marks a major milestone for Tribe Stays, signaling strong investor confidence in the startup’s ambitious vision: redefining how young India experiences living.
Currently operating 650 beds in Pune, Tribe Stays is planning to launch 1,000 additional beds in the current financial year. The startup’s long-term roadmap is even more aggressive, aiming to expand to 25,000 beds across Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities, including Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Gurugram, and Pune.
The expansion will cover all three of Tribe’s luxury sub-brands:
Yogesh Mehra, Founder & CEO of Tribe Stays, said, “This funding round is a strong validation of Tribe’s vision to redefine how young India experiences living. Our focus has always been to go beyond just accommodation and deliver a premium lifestyle experience through thoughtfully designed spaces, hospitality-driven services, and a vibrant community.”
The startup has quickly emerged as a leading player in India’s organized managed-living space. Anirudh Damani, Managing Partner at Artha Venture Fund, explained, “The company addresses a massive, underpenetrated market in premium accommodations for student and professional housing with an asset-light, hospitality-led approach that is both scalable and profitable. The team’s deep sector understanding and execution capability give us strong conviction that Tribe can set new benchmarks for premium living experiences across India.”
Investors are particularly excited about Tribe’s asset-light model, which allows rapid expansion without the burden of heavy real estate investments. By combining hospitality-led services with thoughtfully designed living spaces, Tribe aims to provide more than just a roof over residents’ heads—it promises a community-driven lifestyle experience.
Tribe Stays is not just targeting students or professionals—it aims to serve a diverse clientele, including corporate employees, extended-stay guests, and millennials seeking vibrant, community-centric spaces.
The startup’s three sub-brands each cater to specific audiences while maintaining a focus on comfort, luxury, and community engagement. This approach has allowed Tribe to differentiate itself in a market where traditional hostels or apartments often fall short on amenities and services.
Yogesh Mehra added, “Our goal is to go beyond conventional accommodations and offer a holistic living experience. We want residents to feel a sense of belonging while enjoying premium facilities and lifestyle-oriented services.”
India’s organized student and professional housing sector is still in its early stages, leaving ample room for growth. With increasing student populations, urban migration of professionals, and a growing demand for co-living solutions, startups like Tribe are well-positioned to capitalize on this fast-growing, underpenetrated market.
Tribe’s asset-light, hospitality-driven approach allows it to scale efficiently while maintaining high standards of service, making it an attractive proposition for investors and residents alike.
With $2.8 million in fresh capital, Tribe Stays plans to accelerate its expansion and strengthen its brand presence across India. Key focus areas include:
This funding not only fuels Tribe’s growth ambitions but also underscores the shift in India’s housing market toward premium, managed, and community-centric living.
Tribe Stays is setting the stage to become a major disruptor in India’s premium accommodation space. By combining hospitality, community living, and smart expansion strategies, the startup is transforming the way young India experiences housing.
For investors, it represents a scalable, high-potential opportunity. For residents, it promises a lifestyle beyond just a roof, where comfort, convenience, and community converge. With this funding round, Tribe Stays is well on its way to shaping the future of Indian living.
