Coworking Spaces in Gran Canaria
Las Palmas has quietly become one of Europe’s best cities for remote work — year-round warmth, fast internet, an actual community, and coworking spaces that don’t cost a fortune.
Working Remotely in Gran Canaria: What You Need to Know
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has been on the digital nomad radar for years — and unlike some destinations that get hyped before the infrastructure catches up, it actually delivers. Fast, reliable fibre internet. A coworking scene that’s grown substantially since 2020. A city big enough to have everything you need, small enough that you actually meet people.
The south of the island (Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés) is mostly tourist territory — great for a holiday, not really set up for remote work. If you’re here to work, you want Las Palmas.
Best Neighbourhoods for Remote Workers
🏄 Guanarteme & Las Canteras
The nomad heartland. Las Canteras beach is right there, the main coworking spaces are walkable, and the café culture is genuinely good. Most people end up here. Rents reflect it.
🌿 La Isleta
The peninsula at the north end of Las Canteras. More local, cheaper rents, slower pace. A short walk from the main coworking spots but feels like a different city.
🏛️ Triana & Vegueta
The old town. Beautiful architecture, good tapas bars, independent cafés. More of an evening and weekend neighbourhood but some people base themselves here for the character.
🌳 Ciudad Jardín
Quieter, greener, more residential. Popular with long-termers who’ve moved past the nomad social scene and want a proper base. Good value for the quality of housing.
🎡 Santa Catalina
The central hub — busy, convenient, close to the port. Good transport connections. A bit less residential feel but very walkable to most things.
How Much Does Coworking Cost in Gran Canaria?
Prices are reasonable compared to most European cities. Hot desks typically run €150–€220/month for full-time access, with day passes usually €15–€20. Most spaces include high-speed fibre, meeting rooms, and coffee. Some have rooftop terraces or sea-adjacent locations, which adds to the appeal without necessarily adding much to the price.
If you’re not ready to commit to a monthly membership, several cafés in the Las Canteras and Guanarteme area are genuinely work-friendly — decent wifi, no pressure to keep ordering, and you’re 100 metres from the beach when you close the laptop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Las Palmas actually good for digital nomads or is it overhyped?
It’s genuinely good. The combination of factors — climate, cost, infrastructure, community — is hard to match in Europe. Internet speeds are solid in the city, the coworking scene has proper options, and there’s an established expat and nomad community which means you won’t spend your first month with nobody to talk to. It’s not cheap like Southeast Asia, but compared to anywhere in Northern Europe it’s very affordable for what you get.
Do I need a car in Las Palmas?
No. If you’re based in the Las Canteras, Guanarteme, or central areas you can live entirely on foot and the occasional taxi or bus. The city is very walkable. You’d only need a car if you want to explore the rest of the island regularly — the interior and the south are both worth visiting but neither requires owning a vehicle.
How does Gran Canaria compare to Tenerife for remote work?
Different vibe. Las Palmas is a proper city — more urban, more culture, better food scene, more concentrated coworking options. Tenerife’s south (Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos) is more of a resort environment that’s become nomad-friendly. Tenerife’s north (Puerto de la Cruz) is quieter and greener. Neither is objectively better — it depends whether you want city life or something more relaxed. See our full Canary Islands coworking guide for a proper comparison.
What’s the internet like?
Good. Fibre is widely available in Las Palmas and most coworking spaces offer 300Mbps–1Gbps connections. The old tourist apartment stock can be hit or miss for home internet, but any modern long-term rental will have fibre available. Providers include Movistar, Vodafone, and Digi — Digi in particular is very affordable if you’re setting up a home connection.
Can I legally work remotely from Gran Canaria?
EU citizens can live and work anywhere in Spain without restrictions. Non-EU remote workers need the right visa — the Spain Digital Nomad Visa is designed exactly for this situation. It covers remote workers employed by companies outside Spain, and the Canary Islands’ lower tax rates (IGIC at 7% vs 21% IVA on the mainland) make it particularly attractive for the self-employed.
What’s the cost of living like in Las Palmas?
A single person can live comfortably — decent apartment, coworking membership, eating out a few times a week — for around €1,800–€2,400/month. Rent for a 1-bedroom in Las Canteras or Guanarteme runs €900–€1,300/month; if you’re happy in La Isleta or Ciudad Jardín you’ll pay less. Use our Canary Islands cost of living calculator to estimate your specific budget.
Is there a digital nomad community in Gran Canaria?
Yes, and it’s well-established. The GC Nomads community has been running events since before the pandemic. Most coworking spaces host their own events — talks, socials, skill-shares. The Guanarteme neighbourhood in particular has enough nomad density that you’ll meet people naturally without having to try very hard.
What about the south of Gran Canaria — Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés?
Mostly holiday territory. There are a handful of coworking options but the infrastructure isn’t set up the same way as Las Palmas. If you’re considering a longer stay in the south, it can work — but you’ll likely want a car and you’ll have fewer choices for workspaces. Most people who try it end up moving to Las Palmas within a few months.
Planning Your Move to the Canary Islands?
Read our full guides on visas, taxes, and what it actually costs to live here.
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