Building connections is tricky enough on its own — let alone when you’ve just moved to a new country, working remotely, freelancing, or running your company. Most of the day is spent glued to your laptop, and by the time you shut it down, the energy to socialise and network has vanished.
Luckily, Amsterdam makes it easier to kill two (and sometimes even more) birds with one stone – all you need is the right co-working space.
With a huge expat community, the city is full of people in the same boat, and local businesses have created spaces designed to bring them together. These aren’t just desks and Wi-Fi, but hubs with built-in communities, shared lunches, networking opportunities, and even after-hours events. Think of it as all the perks of an office without the downsides of, well, working in an office.
Ready to give it a try?
Here are three coworking spaces in Amsterdam that you’ll love:
StartDock
Locations: Prins Hendrikkade, Singel, Herengracht, Keizersgracht
Prices start at: 80 euros per month excl. VAT
With four locations in the Canal District and one just in front of Amsterdam Centraal train station, StartDock is a chain of coworking spaces built around an active entrepreneurial community. Think shared lunches, after-work drinks and events for members on top of a full coworking setup with fixed desks, private and virtual offices, meeting rooms and event spaces.
StartDock is particularly interesting for startup founders. The company runs its own startup visa program, helping international entrepreneurs get a soft landing in the Netherlands and integrate into the local scene. They also host quarterly hybrid business events where startups can pitch to investors and experts, as well as connect for potential collaborations.
Spaces
Locations: Vijzelstraat, Keizersgracht, Amstel, Zuidas, Herengracht, Westerpark, Mt. Lincolnweg, Schiphol Airport
Prices start at: 89 euros per month
Spaces is part of co-working space network with more than 627 locations worldwide. In Amsterdam, Spaces offers co-working hubs with a focus on creativity and networking. Members can choose flexible options – from hot desks to private offices – while enjoying all the essentials like high-speed Wi-Fi, meeting rooms, and reception services. Beyond workstations, Spaces hosts talks, events and community gatherings, making it easy to connect with like-minded people.
Plus, membership gives you access to their global network, so your office can travel with you.
Bounce Space
Location: Overtoom 141
Prices start at: 15 euro per month
Tucked inside an old factory building next to Vondelpark, BounceSpace is a spot for creators who’ve chosen a different path from the usual corporate grind. Yes, there are workspaces, but also areas that support your wellbeing — perfect if you need to hit pause and reconnect with yourself.
The vibe is kept lively with informal events, from BBQs and parties to workshops and meditation sessions. And if you’re after something truly unique, check out their locations outside Amsterdam including a 1908 ship and a converted farm.
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Oxana Skibun
Oxana Skibun is a fashion and lifestyle editor who has crafted her stories for print and digital media outlets across Europe, the Middle East and Russia. Raised in Moscow, she now lives in Amsterdam, where she continues writing for international audiences.
