Coworking Spaces in Portugal
Portugal is one of Europe's top destinations for remote workers and digital nomads. Coworking spaces are abundant in Lisbon and Porto, and growing in the Algarve and smaller cities. Internet speeds are excellent (100-1000 Mbps fibre) and prices are much lower than London, Berlin, or Amsterdam.
How to choose
Visit a few spaces and try a day pass before committing. Check the internet speed (ask for a speed test), meeting room availability, and community events. Most spaces offer daily, weekly, and monthly rates.
Outsite (Lisbon, Ericeira)
Coliving + coworking. Popular with digital nomads.
Pros
- +Combined living and working
- +Strong nomad community
- +Beautiful locations (Ericeira beach!)
- +Events and networking
Cons
- -More expensive than pure coworking
- -Social atmosphere not for everyone
- -Can feel transient
Best for: Digital nomads who want community and coliving
Visit website →Second Home (Lisbon)
Beautiful design-focused space in Mercado da Ribeira.
Pros
- +Stunning design (indoor jungle)
- +Prime location (Time Out Market)
- +Great for impressing clients
- +Events program
Cons
- -Expensive
- -Can be noisy
- -Popular = crowded
Best for: Freelancers and founders who want an impressive address
Visit website →Avila Spaces (Lisbon)
Professional coworking with private offices. Business-focused.
Pros
- +Professional environment
- +Private offices available
- +Meeting rooms included
- +Good for teams
Cons
- -Less community feel
- -More corporate
Best for: Remote employees and small teams who need private space
Visit website →Porto i/o (Porto)
Porto's most popular coworking community.
Pros
- +Best community in Porto
- +Multiple locations
- +Affordable
- +Regular events and talks
Cons
- -Can be busy
- -Basic facilities in some locations
Best for: Remote workers in Porto wanting community
Visit website →Surf Office (Various)
Work retreats and coworking near the coast.
Pros
- +Beach + work lifestyle
- +All-inclusive packages
- +Great for short stays
- +Ericeira, Peniche locations
Cons
- -Not a permanent solution
- -Seasonal availability
Best for: Short-stay nomads who want surf + work
Visit website →Insider Tips
- →Many cafes in Lisbon and Porto are cowork-friendly — try Copenhagen Coffee Lab, Fabrica, or Dear Breakfast
- →Municipal libraries (bibliotecas municipais) offer free WiFi and quiet working space
- →Check internet speed before committing — ask for a speedtest.net result, not the advertised speed
- →Most spaces offer a free trial day — use it
- →If you're on a D8 visa, keep receipts for coworking — it may be a deductible business expense
- →Lisbon average: €150-300/mo for a hot desk. Porto: €80-200/mo. Algarve: €100-200/mo