Southeast Asia remains the world's most popular region for digital nomads—and for good reason. Affordable living, excellent weather, rich culture, and increasingly robust coworking infrastructure make it ideal for remote work.
This guide covers the best coworking spaces across the region's top nomad destinations.
This guide is part of our Complete Coworking Guide. For workspace comparisons, see coworking vs cafe vs Airbnb.
Overview: Southeast Asia Coworking
Southeast Asia Coworking
Why Southeast Asia?
| Factor | Details | |--------|---------| | Cost | 1/3 to 1/5 of US/Europe prices | | Quality | Modern spaces with fast internet | | Community | Established nomad communities | | Lifestyle | Weather, food, culture, adventure | | Visa options | Generally easy for short stays |
Thailand
Chiang Mai
The original digital nomad capital, Chiang Mai has the most developed coworking ecosystem in Southeast Asia.
Top Coworking Spaces
Punspace (Multiple Locations)
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Nimman, Tha Phae Gate, Wiang Kaew | | Price | ฿3,500-4,500/month ($100-130) | | Internet | 100+ Mbps fiber | | Vibe | Professional, quiet, focused |
Best for: Productivity-focused workers who want reliable infrastructure.
CAMP (Maya Mall)
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Maya Mall rooftop | | Price | ฿3,000-4,000/month ($85-115) | | Internet | Fast, reliable | | Vibe | Open, social, central |
Best for: Those who want central location with mall amenities.
Hub53
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Near Nimman | | Price | ฿3,500/month (~$100) | | Internet | Excellent | | Vibe | Community-focused |
Best for: Nomads seeking strong community and events.
Yellow Coworking
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Nimman area | | Price | ฿3,500-4,500/month | | Internet | 150+ Mbps | | Vibe | Modern, social |
Best for: Design-conscious workers, networking.
Chiang Mai Summary
| Aspect | Rating | |--------|--------| | Coworking options | ★★★★★ | | Value for money | ★★★★★ | | Community | ★★★★★ | | Infrastructure | ★★★★☆ | | Lifestyle | ★★★★★ |
Monthly coworking budget: $80-150
Bangkok
Thailand's capital has excellent infrastructure and a growing nomad scene, though more dispersed than Chiang Mai.
Top Coworking Spaces
The Hive (Multiple Locations)
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Thonglor, Prakanong, Sathorn | | Price | ฿5,000-7,000/month ($140-200) | | Internet | Enterprise-grade | | Vibe | Professional, established |
Best for: Professionals needing quality and multiple locations.
WeWork Bangkok
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Multiple (Sathorn, Sukhumvit, etc.) | | Price | ฿7,000-10,000/month ($200-290) | | Internet | Excellent | | Vibe | Corporate, international |
Best for: Corporate nomads, consistency seekers.
Glowfish
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Sathorn, Silom | | Price | ฿4,500-6,000/month ($130-170) | | Internet | Fast | | Vibe | Modern, Thai-friendly |
Best for: Mid-budget, good balance of price and quality.
HUBBA Thailand
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Various | | Price | ฿4,000-6,000/month | | Internet | Reliable | | Vibe | Startup-focused, community |
Best for: Entrepreneurs, startup community.
Bangkok Summary
| Aspect | Rating | |--------|--------| | Coworking options | ★★★★★ | | Value for money | ★★★★☆ | | Community | ★★★☆☆ | | Infrastructure | ★★★★★ | | Lifestyle | ★★★★☆ |
Monthly coworking budget: $130-200
Indonesia
Bali (Canggu/Ubud)
Bali has become synonymous with digital nomad lifestyle, especially Canggu and Ubud.
Canggu Area
Dojo Bali
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Canggu | | Price | $150-200/month | | Internet | 100+ Mbps fiber | | Vibe | Social, community-heavy |
Best for: Nomads wanting strong community, social atmosphere.
Outpost (Multiple Locations)
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Canggu, Ubud, Nusa Lembongan | | Price | $175-250/month | | Internet | Fast, reliable | | Vibe | Professional yet relaxed |
Best for: Those wanting quality with Bali vibe.
Tropical Nomad
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Canggu | | Price | $100-150/month | | Internet | Good | | Vibe | Budget-friendly, social |
Best for: Budget-conscious nomads.
Ubud Area
Hubud
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Ubud | | Price | $200-250/month | | Internet | Excellent | | Vibe | Iconic, community-focused |
Best for: The "classic" Bali nomad experience.
Outpost Ubud
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Ubud | | Price | $175-200/month | | Internet | Fast | | Vibe | Peaceful, focused |
Best for: Those preferring Ubud's calmer atmosphere.
Bali Summary
| Aspect | Rating | |--------|--------| | Coworking options | ★★★★★ | | Value for money | ★★★☆☆ | | Community | ★★★★★ | | Infrastructure | ★★★★☆ | | Lifestyle | ★★★★★ |
Monthly coworking budget: $150-250
Note: Bali coworking is pricier than other SEA destinations but includes strong community value.
Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Vietnam's largest city has rapidly developing coworking infrastructure at excellent prices.
Top Spaces
Dreamplex
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | District 1, 3, 7 | | Price | $80-150/month | | Internet | Excellent | | Vibe | Modern, professional |
Best for: Quality at Vietnamese prices.
CirCO
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | District 1, 3 | | Price | $70-120/month | | Internet | Good | | Vibe | Cozy, creative |
Best for: Budget-conscious, creative workers.
WeWork Saigon
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | District 1, 7 | | Price | $150-250/month | | Internet | Enterprise | | Vibe | Corporate, international |
Best for: WeWork members, corporate needs.
Toong
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Multiple | | Price | $80-130/month | | Internet | Fast | | Vibe | Vietnamese startup scene |
Best for: Connecting with local startup ecosystem.
Ho Chi Minh Summary
| Aspect | Rating | |--------|--------| | Coworking options | ★★★★☆ | | Value for money | ★★★★★ | | Community | ★★★☆☆ | | Infrastructure | ★★★★☆ | | Lifestyle | ★★★★☆ |
Monthly coworking budget: $70-150
Da Nang
Coastal city with growing nomad scene.
Enouvo Space
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Price | $60-100/month | | Internet | Good | | Vibe | Relaxed, beach city |
Danang Coworking
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Price | $50-80/month | | Internet | Reliable | | Vibe | Community-focused |
Da Nang Summary: Smaller scene but excellent value. Great for those combining beach lifestyle with work.
Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
Underrated nomad destination with excellent infrastructure and value.
Top Spaces
Common Ground
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Multiple (KLCC, Bangsar, etc.) | | Price | RM 400-700/month ($85-150) | | Internet | Excellent | | Vibe | Professional, modern |
Best for: Quality, multiple locations.
Co-labs
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Various | | Price | RM 350-500/month ($75-110) | | Internet | Fast | | Vibe | Community-focused |
Best for: Budget + community balance.
WeWork KL
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Price | RM 700-1000/month ($150-215) | | Internet | Enterprise | | Vibe | Corporate |
Kuala Lumpur Summary
| Aspect | Rating | |--------|--------| | Coworking options | ★★★★☆ | | Value for money | ★★★★★ | | Community | ★★★☆☆ | | Infrastructure | ★★★★★ | | Lifestyle | ★★★★☆ |
Monthly coworking budget: $75-150
Philippines
Manila / Makati
Top Spaces
A Space Manila
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Makati | | Price | ₱5,000-8,000/month ($90-145) | | Internet | Fast | | Vibe | Modern, professional |
WeRemote
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Location | Makati, BGC | | Price | ₱4,000-7,000/month ($70-125) | | Internet | Good | | Vibe | Nomad-focused |
KMC Solutions
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Locations | Multiple | | Price | ₱6,000-10,000/month ($110-180) | | Internet | Enterprise | | Vibe | Corporate |
Manila Summary
| Aspect | Rating | |--------|--------| | Coworking options | ★★★★☆ | | Value for money | ★★★★☆ | | Community | ★★★☆☆ | | Infrastructure | ★★★★☆ | | Lifestyle | ★★★☆☆ |
Cambodia
Phnom Penh / Siem Reap
Emerging destinations with growing infrastructure.
LoHo (Phnom Penh)
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Price | $70-100/month | | Internet | Good | | Vibe | Entrepreneurial |
Angkor Hub (Siem Reap)
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Price | $80-120/month | | Internet | Reliable | | Vibe | Temple town nomad scene |
Cambodia Summary: Smaller scenes but very affordable. Good for those wanting off-the-beaten-path destinations.
Regional Comparison
Cost Comparison (Hot Desk/Month)
| City | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | |------|--------|-----------|---------| | Chiang Mai | $80 | $100 | $150 | | Bangkok | $100 | $150 | $250 | | Canggu | $100 | $175 | $250 | | Ubud | $150 | $200 | $275 | | Ho Chi Minh | $60 | $100 | $180 | | Da Nang | $50 | $80 | $120 | | Kuala Lumpur | $75 | $100 | $175 | | Manila | $70 | $100 | $150 |
Best For Each Need
| Need | Best Destination | |------|------------------| | Best overall value | Ho Chi Minh City | | Best community | Canggu, Bali | | Best infrastructure | Bangkok | | Most options | Chiang Mai | | Best weather | Chiang Mai (cool season) | | Beach + work | Da Nang, Canggu | | Cheapest | Da Nang, Phnom Penh |
Practical Tips
Visa Considerations
| Country | Tourist Visa | Extensions | Notes | |---------|--------------|------------|-------| | Thailand | 30-60 days | Yes | Visa runs possible | | Indonesia | 30-60 days | Yes | B211 for longer | | Vietnam | 30-90 days | Yes | E-visa available | | Malaysia | 90 days | Limited | Good for longer stays | | Philippines | 30 days | Yes | Easily extendable | | Cambodia | 30 days | Yes | E-visa available |
For legal long-term stays, see our digital nomad visa guide.
Internet Backup
Always have backup internet in SEA:
- Local SIM: Get data SIM on arrival (cheap, fast)
- Portable hotspot: Useful for redundancy
- Test speeds: Don't rely on advertised speeds
Climate Considerations
| Destination | Best Season | Avoid | |-------------|-------------|-------| | Chiang Mai | Nov-Feb (cool) | Mar-May (burning season) | | Bangkok | Nov-Feb (cool) | Apr-May (very hot) | | Bali | Apr-Oct (dry) | Dec-Feb (monsoon) | | Vietnam | Dec-Apr (south), Mar-Aug (north) | Oct-Nov (typhoons) |
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Conclusion
Southeast Asia offers the world's best combination of coworking quality, affordability, and lifestyle. Whether you prioritize community (Bali), value (Vietnam), infrastructure (Bangkok), or the overall nomad experience (Chiang Mai), there's a perfect fit.
Key takeaways:
- Best overall: Chiang Mai for value, options, and community
- Budget winner: Vietnam (HCMC or Da Nang)
- Community winner: Canggu, Bali
- Infrastructure winner: Bangkok
- Budget: $80-150/month covers quality coworking region-wide
Start with day passes, find your rhythm, and enjoy the privilege of working from paradise.
