Office desks are sooo last year. So if you’re a digital nomad that swapped the 9-5 grind for international Skype calls, check out these co-working spaces in Bali to eat, meet, work, repeat.
Hurrah! You’ve finally found yourself amongst Bali’s digital nomad community – the island’s ever-growing association of online entrepreneurs who scoot around the sunny streets in search of good Wi-Fi, strong coffee and a nearby power point, ready to spend the day emailing the outside world from a cool cafe or calm coworking space. Unsurprisingly so, Bali’s “island offices” are as innovative and creative as you’d expect; think sound-proof Skype rooms, poolside desks, daily seminars and power-nap nooks – Silicon Valley ain’t got nuthin’ on us.
So grab your Macbook and have your iPhone at the ready (you’ll want to capture your #officefortheday) and head to one of these top coworking spaces in Bali. At these digital-friendly work destinations, you’ll find other barefooted laptop warriors living the nomadic dream, alongside great grub to keep your creative juices flowing, and a productive yet laid-back vibe that reminds you of why it’s worth living with island-time Wi-Fi. Welcome to working remotely in Bali!
The Best Co-Working Spaces in Bali
Outpost – Canggu & Ubud
This coworking gem in both Canggu and Ubud describes itself as “the coworking space Google would create if they opened in Bali”. That’s quite a claim, but luckily for all laptop warriors on the island, they live up to their self-proclaimed awesomeness. With amazing amenities and a vibrant, productive and engaged community of doers that supercharge your productivity, Outpost is the coolest spot to get your geek on. At all three locations in Bali (one in Canggu, one in central Ubud and one in Penestanan), you’ll find indoor hubs, outdoor gardens and deck spaces with offices, standing desks, Skype rooms, robust internet and even an onsite masseuse to ease any keyboarders’ elbow aches. And if you can’t bear to switch off, there’s even Co-Living accommodation so you can shack up with other CEOs and night owls who work around the clock. Or just close your laptop and enjoy the villa pool.
Outpost, Canggu: Jl Raya Semat No.1, p. +62 361 907 5796 || Ubud: Jl Raya Nyuh Kuning & Jl Raya Penestanan Kelod, p. +62 361 9080584. Open weekdays 8am–9pm, weekends 8am–8pm.
Kinship Studio – Berawa
A coworking mecca for creatives and digital nomads alike, Kinship Studio is the first of its kind in Bali – a multifaceted workspace made up of private studios and communal areas for all sorts of different topics. Think art classes and exhibitions, and specialist photography studios complete with a cyclorama wall and photography equipment available for hire. It’s a place to inspire and be inspired by others around you, with regular workshops, events, exhibitions and skills-share evenings to keep you on your creative toes. All of this, set inside the remnants of a converted warehouse and ex-garment factory…
Kinship Studio, Jl Canggu Permai, Gg. Jalak VI B, Berawa, p. +62 812 3968 7706, e. [email protected]. Open daily 9am – 8pm.
Hubud – Ubud
Hubud is Bali’s OG coworking space that arguably kickstarted the digital nomad trend throughout the island. This breezy indoor-outdoor bamboo space has a well-earned reputation for housing a diverse community of local and visiting talent, scoring a place on the Top 10 coworking spaces in the world. Set in the beating heart of Ubud, this spot is flocked by dynamic business rebels, creatives, startups and techies, all who live on their own terms. And to help ease you into this new office-less lifestyle, Hubud also hosts co-living accommodation, corporate retreats, daily courses and coaching, not to mention a garden cafe with fresh salads and daily roasted organic coffee. And the kicker? These guys have recently merged with Dojo in Canggu (below) meaning you can use your membership at both of these coworking icons.
Hubud, Jl Monkey Forest 88X, Ubud, p. +62 361 978 073. Open daily, 24/7 on weekdays, 8am – midnight on weekends.
Dojo Bali – Canggu
Dojo in Canggu is as cool as the crowds it attracts. From bloggers and app developers, to jewellers, artists and bikini designers, Dojo is the community hub for Canggu’s young and aspiring. Not only does it serve those doing international business (with six business-grade fibre optic lines, air-conditioned conference rooms, three sound-proof private Skype booths and plenty of high-tech facilities) it also surrounds a glittering pool with lush tropical gardens (lunch breaks have never been so exotic!). The space itself is a hip two-storey venue just a stone’s throw from the world-famous surf breaks of Echo Beach, with daily workshops, think-tanks, skill sharing sessions, networking events, social meet-ups and community BBQs. And with Hubud in Ubud (above) as an official partner, you can get your co-work on in both neighbourhoods.
Dojo Bali, Jl Batu Mejan No. 88, Canggu, p.+62 813 3824 2424, e. [email protected]. Open 24/7.
Go Work – Kuta
As Indonesia’s leading co-work provider with 15+ collaborative hubs nationwide, you can expect big things from GoWork. These guys are keeping up with the country’s new generation of independent, mobile, tech-savvy and collaborative professionals with spaces specifically designed to encourage a productive and collaborative environment. They come armed with an ecosystem of tools and a network of ongoing support for businesses and companies, and simply put, their mission is to help you grow. Well, the Bali branch offers exactly that, set in the heart of bustling Kuta with its beautiful and inspiring workspaces drenched in natural sunlight and modern interiors. It blends seamlessly into the natural landscape of Bali, without sacrificing on state-of-the-art amenities, like dedicated Hot Desks private offices and conference rooms, and plenty of lounges to kick back in. And with its meticulously researched spatial design, integrated technology and empowering content and services, it’s the ultimate hub for Southeast Asia’s evolving co-work scene.
GoWork at Park 23 Bali Mall, 3rd Floor, Jl Kediri, Tuban – Kuta, p. +62 361 4756825, e. [email protected]. Open daily 10am – 7pm.
Hub Bali – Legian & Nusa Dua
Supply really does meet demand at Hub Bali, because this coworking community was born from a digital nomad who needed a place to work, relax, and while away the working hours with an espresso in hand, a printer to one side and a fellow nomad or two to talk business with. Alas, Hub Bali was born, and now, located in both Legian and Nusa Dua, this interactive and innovative workspace comes with all the bells and whistles, with affordable membership plans that include complimentary daily coffees, water and snacks, as well as printing, scanning and conference facilities – there’s even online dating meet-ups for some post-blogging romance.
Hub Bali, Legian: Jl Nakula No.9, p. +62 8133 7283 718 || Nusa Dua: Jl By Pass Ngurah Rai, Komplek Ruko Puri Bendesa 1, Ruko 5-6, p. + 62 361 777132, e. [email protected]. Open 24/7.
Biliq Bali Co-Sharing Space – Seminyak
We’ve all seen those toes-in-the-pool pictures of digital nomads on their laptops, but is that even real life? Well, at Biliq Bali, it really is, because centring this cool co-sharing space is a glittering dipping pool with installed laptop support. Office envy incoming! But that’s just the beginning of this breezy business base. Biliq Bali is the first pay-per-minute coworking space on the island, making it one of the most affordable and flexible options around. The Wi-Fi is super speed, the team are always smiling and the work spots are endless. Go al fresco on the multi-level “park bench”, gather in the air-conditioned meeting rooms, go international in the sound-proof Skype rooms, or take a siesta at the indoor napping rooms! To top it all off, Biliq Bali also serves up delish tropical smoothie bowls, awesome coffees and there’s now a second location just 10 minutes from the flagship address. Coworking heaven!
Biliq Bali Cosharing Space, Jl Yudistira No. 3A, Seminyak, p. +62 819 3738 7372 & Jl Sunset Road No.819, p. +62 361 620 1311, e. [email protected]. Open Mon – Fri 9am – 7pm & Sat 9am- 5pm.
Finn’s Rec Club – Berawa
So much more than just a coworking destination, Finns Rec Club is a lifestyle hub that just so happens to have one of Canggu’s most comprehensive environments for work-life balance. In true co-work style, there’s every kind of meeting room and work space you could imagine, with high-speed Wi-Fi, a library, regular seminars and a fancy business centre where a collared shirt or Montblanc pen wouldn’t be out of place. But that’s just the start of it. Sprawling across hectares of space, Finns members can break up the working day with a session in the gym, a hit of tennis, a splash at the waterpark or even a round of boxing. There’s fabulous food, great coffee, and even a kids club to keep the little ones occupied while you bring home the bacon.
Finns Rec Club, Jl Pantai Berawa, Canggu, p. +62 361 8483 939, e. [email protected]. Open daily 6am–10pm.
District Canggu – Canggu
Cruise past this cafe-cum-coworking-space and you’ll spot hoards of Canggu’s creative crowds catching up over a healthy salad, or making their way to the upstairs office space with their Macbooks in their backpack and a long black in hand. Set over three floors with a different concept on each, District Canggu features a cafe and bar downstairs, a coworking spot on the second floor, and a stunning rooftop hideout on the top terrace with epic views over the rice fields. Settle in for the day and enjoy the organic, affordable food menu plus juices and smoothies, or make District Canggu your second home with the hourly, weekly and monthly coworking memberships. After all, there’s showers, lockers, super-fast fibre optic broadband, and, after 5pm this place is hopping with the cocktail crowds, so there’s no reason to ever leave, really.
District Canggu, Jl Raya Pantai Berawa, No. 9090, Berawa, p. +62 877 81465060, e. [email protected]. Open daily 7.30am – 10pm.
Colabo Coworking – Jimbaran
Colabo is the biggest and most impressive coworking space and creative hub in Jimbaran, with indoor and semi-outdoor working spaces, meeting rooms, Skype booths and a café, surrounded by Jimbaran’s lush green forest. Its aim is to provide a welcoming and productive environment for entrepreneurs, freelancers, remote workers and start-ups to help connect a community of collaborators go-getters – all at an affordable price. You’ll want to keep an eye on their schedule too, as you can also catch weekly yoga sessions, outdoor movie nights and community debates on current hot topics like single-use plastic.
Colabo, Jl Karang Mas, Jimbaran, p. +62 361 620 4444, e. [email protected]. Open daily 8am – 10pm.
Zin@work Canggu – Canggu
A beautiful extension of the breezy ZIN Café, ZIN@Work is an open-air co-work and meeting space that seats just 30 nomads, meaning it’s always cosy and quiet here. Sitting on the top floor of the cafe, ZIN@Work is accessible via a little bridge that leads directly to a stunning bamboo pavilion. Designed by master Balinese architects, this all-bamboo structure blends nature with sustainability and creativity, and with ZIN Cafe downstairs, you also have direct access to great coffee, fast internet and delish food too…
ZIN@Work at Zin Cafe, Jl Nelayan No. 78F, Canggu, p. +62 821 4506 9378, e. [email protected]. Open daily 7am – 10pm.
KE{M}BALI Innovation Hub – Seminyak
Encouraging a culture of openness and sharing, KE{M}BALI is a community-driven coworking space on Sunset Road that’s dedicated to developing local talent through collaboration. Its mission is to empower the local community by providing small businesses with the resources they need to thrive. You’ll find collaborative work desks, an event space, meeting rooms, printers, fresh coffee, daily cleaning services and high-speed internet, as well as an environment that fits somewhere in between a traditional office and home. Not only a space for professionals and creatives, it’s a space to make friends who’ll soak up the joys of island-working with you.
KE{M}BALI Innovation Hub, Jl Sunset Road No.28, Seminyak, p. +62 361 281739. Open daily 9am-10pm.
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