Spain has a strong coffee culture and those coming here to work remotely will certainly want to know about the amazing cafes for remote workers around Valencia. With the arrival of a growing expat and remote worker population, coffee-houses around the city have perfected the art of creating truly inviting places for individuals to stay for a long period of time and get some work done. The city itself enjoys great wifi speeds, making work in one of the cityโs hip cafes a pleasant and productive experience.
๏ปฟBelow, we list some of our favorite spots.
Located on the edge of Ciutat Vella and Ruzafa, Savoiardi is an institution of the Valencian coffee-house scene. With interiors purposefully-designed to reinterpret the modernist art of the 1930s and 1940s in Spain, Savoiardi is a huge and truly impressive coffeehouse located on the ground floor of the iconic old Cine Capitol which serves excellent drinks, lunches and desserts. The size of the establishment makes it perfect for a long day of concentrated work right in the heart of the city with the beautiful interiors and delicious cakes on offer. The wifi is excellent here and the cafรฉ is only a short walk away from the Colรณn metro.
This cafรฉ exemplifies the hip and cultural vibe that characterizes the Ruzafa neighborhood in Valencia. Self-described as a โlibrary-cafeโ, Ubik is filled with new and old books charting the best of Spanish literature. Indeed, the place is a cultural center among the young Ruzafa crowd, as it hosts regular cultural programs with artists and writers from across Valencia. On Monday mornings you can catch a live concert here, and on weekdays enjoy the delicious โMenรบ del Dรญaโ at an impressively affordable rate. Ubik has great WiFi, lots of seating and some great craft beer options right in the heart of Ruzafa.
Cafรฉ ArtySana is one of the best cafes for remote workers in Valencia because of its reliable wifi, comfortable spaces and great service. Thought up by two expats hoping to create a space for locals and visitors to work and connect in Ruzafa, Cafe ArtySana also doubles up as a place where local artists can showcase their talents. This means the cafe has built a robust community among its clientele. The space itself is cozy and well-designed -- there is a designated work table for remote workers, easy access to outlets and reliable wifi throughout. Additional highlights from this cafรฉ include the beautiful patio area and the delicious vegan and vegetarian options available on the menu.
Relaxed, super friendly and with some of the best coffee in the city, Flying Bean has been a popular go-to cafe for remote workers ever since it opened its doors. The space itself if bright and comfortable, the wifi is strong, there are plenty of plug outlets and even a semi-enclosed patio area at the back. With great prices on light food such as pastries, sandwiches and salads, it's an ideal spot to get some work done.
For more information about living in Valencia as a remote worker, check out our complete Valencia guide.