Best Coworking Coffee Shops in Zurich

Zurich ranks among Europe's most expensive cities. Finding a reliable place to work shouldn't cost you a fortune on top of that. This guide covers 15 laptop-friendly cafés and coworking spaces across Zurich.

Coworking coffee shop in Zurich

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Whether you need a quiet corner for focused work or a buzzing space for networking, Zurich has you covered. Each listing includes WiFi availability, pricing, hours, and the details remote workers actually need.

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Quick Comparison

All 15 Venues at a Glance

Compare pricing, WiFi quality, and best use cases for each workspace.

VenueTypeDay PassBest For
Auer & CoCaféFree (buy coffee)Creative atmosphere
KraftwerkCafé + CoworkingFrom CHF 16Events & networking
SphèresCafé + BookshopFreeQuiet focused work
Café des AmisCaféFreeCasual drop-in
Babu's BakeryCaféFreeLong work sessions
Impact Hub ViaduktCoworkingFrom CHF 35Startup community
Citizen SpaceCoworkingFrom CHF 40Design-focused work
Westhive HardturmCoworkingFrom CHF 45Tech professionals
Office ZürichCoworkingFrom CHF 25Budget option
citizenMHotel LobbyFreeQuick sessions
25hours HotelHotelFreeMeetings
B2 Hotel Wine LibraryHotelFreeInspiring setting
Rathaus CaféCaféFreeClient meetings
BohemiaCaféFreeCreative work
Café Bar OdeonCaféFreeClassic atmosphere
Coworking Cafés

Best Coworking Cafés

These spots welcome laptop workers. No membership required—just buy a coffee and get to work.

Auer & Co (Impact Hub Colab)

Address: Sihlquai 131, 8005 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-18:00
Coffee: CHF 4.50-6.50

Brick walls, filtered coffee, and young creative minds. Auer & Co sits inside Impact Hub's Colab space at Limmatplatz.

The café operates as a standalone business, so you don't need a coworking membership. Order at the counter, find a seat, and work. The crowd skews toward startup founders and freelancers.

Power outlets line the walls. The WiFi handles video calls without issues. Expect a productive buzz rather than library silence.

Note: Impact Hub is relocating to Limmathaus in 2025. Check their website for current status.


Kraftwerk Café

Address: Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Wed 8:00-22:00, Thu-Fri 8:00-24:00
Coffee: CHF 4.50-7.00

Part of the Impact Hub network, Kraftwerk combines café culture with coworking infrastructure. The industrial space hosts over 1,000 daily visitors.

The café area is open to everyone. Fast WiFi, plenty of outlets, and a menu built for all-day work sessions. The space transitions from focused mornings to social evenings.

Regular events bring Zurich's creative and tech community together. If networking matters to you, this is your spot.

For dedicated desk access, day passes start at CHF 16.20.


Sphères

Address: Hardturmstrasse 66, 8005 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-22:00, Sat 10:00-22:00
Coffee: CHF 4.50-6.00

A bookshop-café hybrid that attracts writers, designers, and anyone who thinks better surrounded by books.

The space stays quieter than most cafés. Staff understand that customers come here to work. Large tables accommodate laptops and notebooks spread across the surface.

WiFi is reliable. Noise levels stay low. The literary atmosphere helps with creative work.


Café des Amis

Address: Weststrasse 149, 8003 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30-18:00, Sat 9:00-17:00
Coffee: CHF 4.00-5.50

A neighborhood café in Kreis 3 that digital nomads have adopted as their own.

Nothing fancy—just consistent WiFi, comfortable seating, and staff who don't rush you out. The cozy vibe makes long work sessions feel less isolating than a formal coworking space.

Come early for the best seats near outlets.


Babu's Bakery & Coffeehouse

Address: Multiple locations
Hours: Vary by location
Coffee: CHF 4.50-6.00

Babu's understands freelancers. High-speed WiFi. Comfortable chairs designed for hours of sitting. Outlets at most tables.

The food menu goes beyond pastries—substantial enough for working lunches without leaving your table. Multiple Zurich locations mean you can find one near wherever you're staying.


Café Bar Odeon

Address: Limmatquai 2, 8001 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Sun 7:00-24:00
Coffee: CHF 5.00-7.00

A Zurich institution since 1911. Lenin and Einstein once sat in these seats.

The classic café offers spacious seating, large tables, and reliable WiFi in a historic setting. The atmosphere is traditional rather than trendy.

Extended hours make it useful for evening work sessions. The central location near Bellevue works well for client meetings.


Rathaus Café

Address: Limmatquai 61, 8001 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30-23:00, Sat-Sun 9:00-23:00
Coffee: CHF 5.00-7.00

River views and a central location make this café popular for client meetings.

The atmosphere shifts throughout the day—quiet mornings, busier afternoons, aperitif crowd in the evening. Book the terrace for outdoor work when weather permits.


Bohemia

Address: Klosbachstrasse 2, 8032 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:00-19:00, Sat-Sun 9:00-18:00
Coffee: CHF 4.50-6.00

An artistic atmosphere in the Seefeld neighborhood. The design evokes historic cafés where writers and thinkers gathered.

Good for creative work when you need a change from minimalist coworking aesthetics.

Impact Hub Zürich

Locations: Colab (Sihlquai), Kraftwerk (Selnaustrasse), Viadukt (Viaduktstrasse)
Hours: 24/7 access for members
Pricing: Day pass from CHF 35, monthly from CHF 145

Switzerland's largest coworking network. Over 700 members generate roughly 1,000 new jobs annually through collaborations started here.

Three Zurich locations plus six across Switzerland and 100+ worldwide. One membership covers them all.

The community focuses on founders, innovators, and freelancers building something. Regular events, workshops, and pitch nights create genuine networking opportunities.

Meeting rooms, podcast studios, and event spaces available for booking.


Citizen Space Zürich

Address: Heinrichstrasse 267A, 8005 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-19:00
Pricing: Day pass from CHF 40, monthly from CHF 350

One of Europe's first coworking spaces, founded in 2007. Over 1,000 square meters in the trendy Kreis 5 district.

Industrial-chic design with exposed brick and plenty of natural light. Workspaces range from hot desks to private offices.

The community emphasizes sustainability—partnerships with eco-friendly suppliers, renewable energy, charitable initiatives.


Westhive Hardturm

Address: Förrlibuckstrasse 220, 8005 Zurich
Hours: 24/7 access
Pricing: Day pass from CHF 45, fixed desk from CHF 540/month

Located in Zurich West's tech district. Team offices, individual workstations, restaurants, event space, and a podcast studio under one roof.

International tech companies increasingly use Westhive for flexible office arrangements.


Office Zürich

Address: Hagenholzstrasse 81A, 8050 Zurich
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-18:00
Pricing: Day pass from CHF 25, monthly from CHF 235

A budget-friendly option in Zurich's northern district. Individual workstations in a bright, open environment.

The price point makes it accessible for freelancers testing whether coworking suits them.

Hotel Workspaces

Hotel Workspaces

Hotels increasingly welcome remote workers in their lobbies. These three stand out.

citizenM Zürich

Address: Talacker 1, 8001 Zurich
Hours: Lobby open 24/7

A stylish lobby with fast WiFi, iMacs, and comfortable seating. No purchase required, though the café serves good coffee.

Central location near Paradeplatz. Ideal for quick work sessions or meetings when you need professional surroundings.


25hours Hotel Zürich West

Address: Pfingstweidstrasse 102, 8005 Zurich
Hours: Lobby open 24/7

Free coworking with design-forward aesthetics. Snacks and drinks available. WiFi throughout.

The "boxring" meeting space is bookable for private calls or small meetings.


B2 Hotel Wine Library

Address: Brandschenkestrasse 152, 8002 Zurich
Hours: Vary by season

An 11-meter-tall bookshelf creates a dramatic backdrop for work. Wooden tables and chairs in a converted wine cellar.

The setting inspires. WiFi works. Coffee is available. One of Zurich's most Instagram-worthy workspaces.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Which café has the fastest WiFi?

Babu's Bakery and Auer & Co consistently offer fast, reliable connections. Dedicated coworking spaces like Westhive guarantee high speeds.

Can I work all day in a café?

Most Zurich cafés tolerate this if you keep ordering. Coworking spaces remove the uncertainty—pay once, stay all day.

What's the cheapest coworking option?

Office Zürich offers day passes from CHF 25. Impact Hub's nomadic open space starts at CHF 145/month for unlimited access.

Are there coworking spaces open on weekends?

Most cafés open weekends. Dedicated coworking spaces like Impact Hub and Westhive offer 24/7 member access.

Where should I meet clients?

Rathaus Café, Café Bar Odeon, or citizenM lobby. All offer professional settings in central locations.

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