We all need a place to sit in front of a computer and get things done, whether it’s planning the next big startup idea, freelancing or writing a term paper. If you are not a fan of cafes, you can check out the co-working spaces in Beirut, Lebanon. The below cafes for freelancers, creatives, students and entrepreneurs all provide free WiFi and pretty good coffee or wine and tasty bites. Personally, working in busy, noisy places like coffee shops enhances my concentration.
Here is a list of 5 cafes for freelancers and entrepreneurs in Beirut, Lebanon where you’ll meet like-minded professionals and you can sit down, focus, and finally get some work done.
1- Aaliya’s Books
Location: The Alleyway, Gouraud Street, Gemmayze, Beirut District (map)
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AaliyasBooks/
Wifi: Pretty good
2- Urbanista
Location: my favorite spot is gemmayze (map)
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/urbanista.me/
Wifi: Good
3- Em Nazih
Location: Gemmayze (map)
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/atyab.man2ouche/
Wifi: When its crowded, the internet is very slow
4- Cantina Sociale
Location: Achrafieh (map)
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/cantinasocialebeirut/
Wifi: Afternoon, not so good. Otherwise good.
5- Bartartine
Location: Hazmieh (map)
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/bartartine/
Wifi: Pretty good
All the above cafes have an outside area, It’s hard to stay motivated and productive when it’s so sunny and summery outside. Have you found a coffee shop where you can get some work done? Let me know your favorite cafe to work at!
Coworking spaces in Lebanon is booming. Experts agree that the working in a shared space with professionals from different industries rather than a company office or coffee shop is working.
Coworking spaces for entrepreneurs, freelancers, startups and business owners in Lebanon are developing rapidly and successfully. The shared spaces provides a community that boosts productivity, creates discipline and motivates coworkers.
I’ve been an 8-5 office worker for almost 6 years and I just kick-started my freelance social media & digital marketing career. I’ve set up my home office, spent long days in coffee shops and I’m going to try working in coworking places for a month
So, here’s a complete list of coworking spaces in Beirut, Lebanon offering functional work environment with unique services and packages for all budgets:
Antwork:
Amenities: Fast unlimited internet, 3 locations, Free Coffee, a Relaxing Open Garden, Rooftop, Professional & Social Events…
Location:
Main Campus: Spears, Hamra, Beirut (Map)
Touch Lab: Beirut Souks, Beirut (Map)
Geek Express: Saifi Village (Map)
Website: https://www.antwork.com/
Day pass: 16$/day
You can become an antwork member and get your free nomad subscription 1 day access per month to the coworking space. PS Antwork have been nominated for ‘Best Coworking Space in Beirut’ in the Members’ Choice 2018 Awards.
Beirut Digital District BDD:
Amenities: Very Fast internet, 7 Buildings, events & workshops, gym, free coffee, auditorium, outdoor terrace.
Location: Nassif El Yaziji Street, Bachoura District, Beirut, Lebanon
Website: http://www.beirutdigitaldistrict.com/
Day pass: Berytech DigiHive 20$/day
BDD is currently the biggest community hosting more than 50 startups in Lebanon and 3 accelerators including Berytech, Speed and UK Lebanon Tech Hub. But if you are looking to for a private office, you will have to join a long waiting list.
The Koozpace
Amenities: Internet, pool, gym, 200 sqm coworking space, housing, workshops & events
Location: 20 Rue 17, Yarzeh, Baabda, Lebanon (map)
Website: http://www.thekoozpace.com/
Day pass: 25$/day
The Olive Grove
Amenities: Free coffee, conference room, fast internet.
Location: West House 3 Building, 2nd Floor, Jeanne D’Arc Street, Hamra (map)
Website: https://www.togbeirut.com/
Day pass: 15$/day
Servcorp Louis Vuitton Building
Amenities: Fast & free Internet, free coffee, free parking, events & workshops
Location: Levels 2 & 3, Louis Vuitton Building, 1479 Marfaa Beirut Souks, Fakhri Bey, Allenby Street
Website: http://www.servcorp.com.lb/en/locations/beirut/louis-vuitton-building/
Day pass: 10$/day
Berytech Co-Working Space
Amenities: Fast & free Internet, free access to lounge and food court, referral & loyalty program benefits, access to Fablab
Location: Mathaf, Berytech Building, 3rd Floor
Website: http://berytech.org/
Day pass: 16$/day
Mindlie
Amenities: highspeed Internet, kitchen, free coffee, events space
Location: Twin Towers Building Joünié Lebanon (map)
Website: https://www.mindlie.com/
Day pass: 7$/day student plan
Innovation Factory Beirut
Location: Street 401, Mkalles (map)
Website: http://www.innovationfactory.io/
The Submarine
Amenities: high speed internet, events & workshops, exhibition space, conference room, kitchenette, conference room
Location: Jnah, venezuela street (map)
Website: http://thesubmarine.me/
Day pass: 18$/day
Place and productivity are more connected than ever. With over 10 coworking spaces in Lebanon – Beirut, a small country, you’re sure to find the right budget and environment for you and your business!
When You’re a ‘Digital Nomad,’ the World Is Your Office – nytimes.com
Drop me an email if I missed listing your favorite coworking spaces in Lebanon – Beirut and share your experience (and this article).