During mornings this is an ideal place to work. Nice interior, quiet, window seats facing the canal, really a wonderful place to work. There's decent WiFi, and a big menu offering both good food and drinks (brunch/lunch).
On a weekday day time it was fairly empty, just some people working on their laptops. I'm guessing laptops are not allowed during evenings/weekends/busy times though.
The entrance to this cafe is a little hidden since the front only has a take-out window. The cafe entrance is actually from the side road. There are two floors with seating (the 3rd floor is just an event space).
Overall I'd say this cafe is great for having a nice lunch and doing some work or study. I would definitely recommend getting a seat on the second floor, which was very quiet, has plenty of natural light, and comfortable seats.
The menu has many drink options, including some nice Taiwanese tea. For food there are bagels, but the staff asked if I wanted to try the daily special instead, which was korean style chicken and rice. It was really good and filling!
Be sure to arrive early though. After around 1pm on a weekday it starts to fill up quickly. Also note that there is a 3 hour time-limit during weekends and holidays.
A fantastic pay-to-use space with unlimited drinks and snacks. The space is operated by Tsutaya Bookstore, located on the 3rd floor of CITYLINK at Songshan station. You can either pay by the hour or buy a day pass. Prices are definitely higher than a typical coworking space, but considering the quality and selection of snacks and drinks I would still say the price is quite reasonable.
The space itself is very elegant and well designed. The WiFi is extremely fast and there are many different seating areas available, so you can choose what you prefer. The "best" seats seem to be the counter style seats in the back of the space, facing the windows with a nice view. You'll probably want to arrive a little early to grab one of these seats.
So what type of drinks and snacks are included? A lot! The coffee machine has Louisa and illy branded coffee, there is a large selection of caffeine and non-caffeine tea, juice, ice tea, coke and sprite. For snacks, there is a wide selection of nuts, chips, chocolates, and other sweets. There is also bread that you can warm up by yourself and packaged soup. If you want a bigger meal you can also pay for a daily boxed lunch or order some food from the Louisa coffee shop. Note that the sparkling water has an extra charge, and beer on tap requires the "alcohol inclusive" payment plan (more on that below).
The price is also follows:
- 180 NTD for the first hour
- 90 NTD for each additional 30 minutes
- 640 NTD for a day pass (8:30-21:30 = 13 hours = 49 NTD/hour)
For the alcohol inclusive plan:
- 260 NTD for the first hour
- 130 NTD for each additional 30 minutes
Also note that the rate is half price before 12:00 (noon) on weekdays (this does not apply to the day pass):
- 90 NTD for the first hour
- 45 NTD for each additional 30 minutes
Some other things to keep in mind:
- You can't take out food or drinks
- You can't bring your own food or drinks
- Keep the noise level down
- You can borrow books/magazines
- Printer is available for a fee
- Meeting room is available for a fee
An Italian cafe in one of the busy spots in Uluwatu. The coffee is decent. The food was ok. The WiFi is quite fast, and there are plugs under most of the seats. The bathroom is outside of the store, but it was clean.
A cafe with very fast wifi in Kuta. Power plugs are available in most of the wall sided seats, and music ins't too loud. Drinks and foods aren't too expensive, compared to similar spots in Sminyak or Canggu. There are air conditions seats inside, but also you can sit on the terrace seats.
One of the cleanest and prettiest Buenas Migas in town. The cafe is spacious and has a plenty of seats for individuals. Power outlets are limited for seats along the wall but that is 70% of the seats so you should be able to find one. WiFi is quite fast. They say that it may get slow during the peak hours but it was still measuring mid 100Mbps. Later in the afternoon when there were less people, it was measuring around 300Mbps. It is also a plus that there's a bike racks right outside where you can see.
Nestled in a quiet industrial area near Mass Ave, this popular coffee shop is a hidden gem. They offer a wide variety of drinks, including their standout Moroccan Coffee and Spanish Latte. While parking can be a pain, the drinks and vibes are worth it. Plus, they have pretty fast Wi-Fi, making it a great spot to get some work done.
Open late every night, this popular boba tea shop on Mass Ave is a great spot for late-night co-working. Whether you're wrapping up office work or diving into a new project, you'll appreciate their extensive drink menu and tasty bites (don't miss the onigiri!)
A fantastic cafe for tea enthusiast. You can choose the tea you want and then brew it yourself at the table. The staff will tell you what water temperature to use, and how long to brew the tea for. It's also very workable, thanks for fast WiFi and power outlets at every table. The cakes looked very nice as well!
A quirky name and an odd description ("bar restaurant furniture store"). Despite this, it is in fact very work friendly and definitely worth visiting. The interior is rustic, filled with vintage and antique furniture. The atmosphere is calm, noise level is good, and it doesn't get very crowded throughout the day. The environment is clean and the space is quite large with multiple seating areas, including several large worktables. Most seats near the walls have power outlets. Friendly and very attentive staff.
The two main drawbacks are WiFi and price. The WiFi is usually very slow and difficult to use (even for light browsing). I find myself always using a mobile hotspot instead. Food and drinks are definitely on the pricey side. The quality is good, but the value is perhaps a little low. Also, some seats right under the AC can get a little cold.