The 10 Best Co-Working Spaces From Around The World
Flexibility is built into remote work, but the reality is that many remote workers end up working from home without additional planning.
After the thrill of wearing slippers in a Zoom call wears off, it can be pretty isolating. And if you’ve had to work while abroad, then working from your hostel, resort, or hotel room can be tiresome.
Luckily, there are many coworking spaces now available to remote workers.
Coworking spaces offer freelancers a shared workspace that’s not only affordable but also gives the opportunity to mingle with like-minded professionals. And as the gig economy continues to grow, creating more freelancer opportunities, coworking spaces are also on the rise around the world.
So, where are the best coworking spaces to hang out in and work?
Read on to find out.
Coworking Spaces That Really Get Your Productivity Juices Flowing
Let’s jump straight in.
Check out these 10 best coworking spaces from around the world.
1. BeacHub, Koh Phangan, Thailand
Located on one of Thailand’s most beautiful islands, Koh Phangan, BeacHub offers salty beach vibes, ocean breezes, and wait for it… fiber optic WiFi!
Now that’s something to get excited about.
Seriously, this place is paradise. The space boasts beachfront desks, meeting rooms with ocean scenery, air-conditioned bungalows with panoramic views, and 120 meters of idyllic beach to explore.
And if you’ve worked up an appetite, fuel yourself with some of Thailand’s finest cuisine from the Karma Beach Kafe. Before crashing out in one of the many beachside hammocks for a post-lunch nap.
BeacHub is the ultimate in beachfront coworking spaces.
Where: Moo 8 Koh Phangan, Thailand, Koh Phangan, Srithanu, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
Hours: Public hours 24/7. Reception is open 9 am - 5 pm
Contact: https://www.facebook.com/beachub/
2. Ministry Of New, Mumbai, India
Located in India’s second-largest city, Mumbai, the Ministry of New provides a massive 2,200 square feet workspace for freelancers to take advantage of.
The huge workspace is complemented by high ceilings, stunning views, naturally lit rooms, a cafe space, meeting rooms, and a fresh, airy, open feel. The building is well designed and beautifully decorated, offering freelancers the perfect blend between socialization and productivity. It is truly a professional’s oasis.
Where: 3rd Floor, Kitab Mahal, 192, Dr Dadabhai Naoroji Rd, Azad Maidan, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
Hours: Mon - Fri : 9am - 9pm, Saturday : 10am - 4pm
Contact: +91 22 66356505
3. The Farm, New York City, America
The thought of a farm in New York City might seem counterintuitive, however, The Farm does a great job at creating a quiet, friendly, and laid back workspace.
The Farm offers a warm interior reminiscent of any welcoming countryside farmhouse. The building is of organic, rustic design that has a touch of handcrafted love. Access to this workspace is available 24/7, is pet-friendly (of course, it’s not a farm without any animals), and offers shared or independent work desks.
Where: 447 Broadway 2nd floor, New York, NY 10013, United States
Hours: Open 24/7
Contact: (917) 722-5027, info@thefarmsoho.com
4. WeWork Weihai Lu, Shangai, China
Located in the business district of Jing’An, this early 20th-century London style building has a rich history. The building was once a mansion that housed over 40 galleries and art studios, invoking originality and innovation. WeWork Weihai Lu is now home to a modern, convenient, and well-lit workspace, high-speed internet, micro-roasted coffee, and private phone booths.
Where: 696 Weihai Rd, Jing'an, Shanghai, China, 200011
Hours: 24/7
Contact: +61272019435
5. Betahaus, Barcelona, Spain
This massive six-floor coworking space really has it all. Betahaus offers the perfect atmosphere for running any business or company, putting some dedicated hours into your next big thing, or simply sharing and discussing new ideas. The first-floor houses meeting rooms, the second-floor a terrace and coworking spaces, the third more workspaces, the fourth event rooms, the fifth houses a siesta club, and the sixth is home to a rooftop terrace.
Get some work done, socialize, grab a bite to eat or drink, or check out the wonderful views of beautiful Barcelona from the top floor. Betahaus really is the perfect perfect place to get all your work done in style.
Where: Carrer de Vilafranca, 7, 08024 Barcelona
Hours: 6 am - 5 pm
Contact: +34 655 62 71 49, contact@betahaus.es
6. Duke Studios, Leeds, England
Duke Studios is easily one of England’s best coworking spaces. A creatively driven environment offering desk rentals, studio rooms, coworking rooms, virtual offices, and meeting rooms. Duke Studios is unique in its approach with a range of services and facilities to help anyone in their creative endeavors. They have laser services that can cut, kiss cut, and engrave a number of different materials. They also offer vinyl services that will cut material to any shape or size.
So, whether you’re a laptop bound or a more hands-on freelancer, Duke Studios has you covered.
Where: 3 Sheaf St, Leeds LS10 1HD, United Kingdom
Hours: 24/7
Contact: +44(0)113 245 9487, hello@duke-studios.com
7. BoxJelly, Honolulu, Hawaii
If you are searching for a modern, collaborative space while working in Hawaii then you can’t go past BoxJelly. BoxJelly is Hawaii’s first coworking space providing phone booth workspaces, conference rooms, and multiple corporate rooms. BoxJelly offers fast WiFi, showers, kitchenette, lockers, refreshments, a lactation room for young mum’s, and is pet-friendly.
Sweet!
Where: 307a Kamani St, Honolulu, HI 96813, United States
Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Contact: +1 808-769-6921
8. Factory, Berlin, Germany
This place is seriously huge, over 16,000 square feet! The Factory is home to some of the biggest tech businesses in the world. This coworking space offers top-notch facilities, a yoga studio, and outdoor patio access, providing the perfect opportunity to intermingle with an international community of innovators and changemakers. You’ll be inspired by the creativeness, sharing, and collaborative feel of The Factory.
Where: Rheinsberger Str. 76/77, 10115 Berlin, Germany
Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Contact: contact@factoryberlin.com
9. Dojo, Bali, Indonesia
A short walk from the famous Balinese Echo Beach, Dojo is a versatile coworking space that offers freelancers the perfect balance between island and modern work life. The Dojo is a two-story building that is surrounded by vibrant, tropical gardens and attracts a conscious, productive, and upbeat crowd: Perfect when working on any project.
Where: Jl. Pantai Batu Mejan No.88, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Hours: 24/7
Contact: +62 813-3824-2424
10. The Working Capitol, Keong Saik, Singapore
Singapore is well-known for its innovative and progressive culture and The Working Capitol is a perfect example of this. The Working Capitol offers inspiring coworking spaces, beautifully curated foods, thirst-quenching beverages, and the perfect mix between social events and productive vibes. Work away in one of the many phone booths, meeting rooms, event spaces, or shared desk areas. Or browse the magazine library, eat at the on-site cafe, or use the shower and locker facilities to wind down after a hard day at work.
Where: 1 Keong Saik Rd., Singapore 089109
Hours: Monday-Friday 8.30 am - 6 pm
Contact: +65 6805 4050
With all these amazing establishments to dig your freelancing nails into, there’s never a reason to feel tired of the inside of your study or hotel room ever again. The best part is that this list is just scratching the surface of the coworking spaces that are available to remote workers.
Go on, get out there and explore, and find a new workplace that really resonates with you!