6 advantages of coworking spaces (2026)
Updated October 2026.
Is a coworking space right for you? For freelancers, startups and small teams, coworking has become one of the most practical ways to work: you get a professional desk, fast internet and meeting rooms without signing a traditional lease or buying furniture. Below are the 6 main advantages of coworking spaces, with examples from the Giraldo Works coworking space on Rua Castilho, next to Avenida da Liberdade, in Lisbon.
In short
- Lower costs: one monthly price covers the desk, internet, running costs and common areas.
- More focus and networking: a professional setting, away from the distractions of home, with other companies around you.
- Flexibility and amenities: monthly plans, meeting rooms, kitchen and reception.
1. Lower costs than a traditional office
Renting a traditional office means paying rent, a deposit, furniture, electricity, water, internet, cleaning and, often, months of setup before you can start working. In a coworking space, a single monthly price covers almost everything. You know exactly how much you will pay each month, and you can put the money you save into your business.
At Giraldo Works, coworking in Lisbon costs from €160/month + VAT and includes:
- an individual desk;
- access to all common areas;
- fast internet and running costs included;
- a company address and mail handling;
- monthly meeting-room credits.
Coworking next to Avenida da Liberdade, from €160/month + VAT.
2. More productivity and focus
Working from home sounds convenient, but the kitchen, the sofa and household chores are always close by. A coworking space gives you a clear separation between work and personal life: you arrive, sit at your desk and focus. Being surrounded by other people who are also working creates a natural rhythm that helps you stay productive, and when the day is over, you leave work behind.
3. Networking and new business opportunities
In a coworking space you share the room with freelancers, startups and companies from very different sectors. A conversation over coffee can turn into a partnership, a new client or simply a useful recommendation. More than 250 companies trust Giraldo Works, so there is always someone to exchange ideas with, without leaving the building.
4. Flexibility to grow
Businesses change quickly. With a coworking membership you are not tied to a long lease or to an office that will soon be too small. You can start with one desk and, when the team grows, move to a private office in the same building, from €160/person + VAT. If you only need a professional address, the virtual office costs from €20/month + VAT on the annual plan.
Not sure which option fits you best? We explain the difference between coworking and a virtual office in a separate guide.
5. Amenities you would not have in a small office
A good coworking space gives you facilities that would be expensive to set up on your own. At Giraldo Works you have:
- fast internet throughout the building;
- a kitchen with filtered water and coffee;
- a lounge area for a break or an informal chat;
- a reception that welcomes your guests;
- meeting rooms for up to 8 people.
6. A central location and a professional image
Meeting a client in a café or at home does not give the best impression. A coworking space in a central location gives your business a professional address and a place to receive clients. Giraldo Works is on Rua Castilho, next to Avenida da Liberdade, between the Marquês de Pombal and Parque metro stations, one of the best-known business areas in Lisbon. See why in our guide to the best areas for office space in Lisbon.
Is coworking right for you?
Coworking is a good choice if you work alone or in a small team, want predictable costs, need meeting rooms from time to time and value contact with other professionals. If you need a closed room for your team every day, a private office is probably a better fit. Before choosing, compare a few spaces with our 7 tips for choosing a coworking space in Lisbon.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main advantages of a coworking space?
Lower and predictable costs, more focus than working from home, networking with other professionals, flexibility to grow, shared amenities such as meeting rooms and a kitchen, and a professional address in a central location.
How much does coworking cost in Lisbon?
It depends on the area and what is included. At Giraldo Works, next to Avenida da Liberdade, coworking costs from €160/month + VAT, with internet, running costs, a company address and monthly meeting-room credits.
Is coworking cheaper than renting an office?
For freelancers and small teams, usually yes: you avoid the deposit, furniture, setup and separate bills for electricity, water, internet and cleaning. For a closed room for your team, compare with a private office, which at Giraldo Works costs from €160/person + VAT.
Can I use a coworking space as my company address?
At Giraldo Works, yes: coworking includes a company address and mail handling. If you only need the address, a virtual office costs from €20/month + VAT on the annual plan.
Does coworking include meeting rooms?
At Giraldo Works, the coworking membership includes monthly meeting-room credits. The meeting rooms hold up to 8 people, and your guests are welcomed at reception.
Coworking next to Avenida da Liberdade
An individual desk, internet, running costs, a company address and meeting-room credits, from €160/month + VAT, on Rua Castilho.
