Working from home lost its charm somewhere between the third video call in your pajamas and realizing you've talked to no one but your coffee machine all week. Find your perfect workspace among 400+ coworking spaces nationwide.
About 25% of Swiss professionals now work as freelancers, and remote work has stabilized at three times pre-pandemic levels. The result? Switzerland's coworking industry grew 32% between 2019 and 2021.
Before diving into specific spaces, here's what you'll typically pay across major cities.
| City | Monthly Range (Hot Desk) | Day Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | CHF 235–540 | CHF 35–45 |
| Geneva | CHF 349–1,305 | CHF 35 |
| Lausanne | CHF 350–500 | CHF 30–40 |
| Basel | CHF 350–500 | CHF 30–40 |
| Lucerne | CHF 350–500 | CHF 30–40 |
| St. Gallen | CHF 300–450 | CHF 25–35 |
Budget option: Hush Coworking in Zurich offers memberships at CHF 299/month—among the cheapest in the city.
Premium option: Regus Geneva ranges from CHF 459 to CHF 1,305/month depending on contract length and amenities.
As the financial hub, Zurich offers the widest selection of workspaces. Here are the standouts.
Sihlquai 131, Zurich — Over 1,000 members with access to entrepreneurial programs, mentoring, and funding opportunities. Membership includes business domiciliation.
Fix Desk from CHF 540/month, Day Pass from CHF 39 — Locations at Zürich Airport, Hürlimann Areal (opposite Google), Seestraße Wollishofen, and more.
Albisriederstrasse 253, Zurich — A unique solution combining workspace with childcare for working parents.
The budget option without sacrificing quality. Nearly half the price of competitors while maintaining professional standards.
Geneva's coworking scene reflects its international character, with spaces designed for cross-cultural collaboration.
300 members from French & English-speaking communities. Direct connections to UN ecosystem, NGOs, and global policy networks.
CHF 349/month or CHF 219 for 10 days. Four locations: Plainpalais, Airport, Gare Cornavin, Carouge. Thoughtful design with homemade food.
4,500 m² — Geneva's largest single coworking space. Team offices (2-24 people), fitness center, event space, free coffee.
From CHF 300/month with 24/7 access. 40 workstations across 3 floors. Member-owned associative space since 2016.
Eaux-vives district. Unique concept combining coworking with wellbeing focus. Features showroom for member creations.
CHF 8/hour or CHF 35/day. No monthly commitment—just show up and pay for what you use. Perfect for occasional needs.
Impact Hub Lausanne runs comprehensive entrepreneurial programs including training, mentoring, and funding opportunities. Gotham Lausanne is known for its friendly community. Typical pricing: CHF 350–500/month for a hot desk.
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Fully equipped with WLAN, A3 laser printer, 65-inch LCD, beamer, flip chart. Perfect for client presentations.
Switzerland's largest life sciences campus. 1,200+ biotech and healthtech companies. Industry-specific networking.
Four floors, ~300 members. Central location for government and political sector connections.
24/7 access, 5 hours breakout room included monthly, seminar rooms, community gatherings.
Historical villa in central Lugano. Opened January 2021. Mediterranean feel meets Swiss efficiency.
Not all coworking fits all needs. Ask yourself these questions before committing.
Calculate your actual usage to find the most cost-effective option.
Many spaces offer business address services for company registration.
Open floor plans buzz with energy—and conversation. Know your focus needs.
Some spaces offer unique amenities worth considering.
Working from a café seems cheaper until you calculate what you're actually spending.
| Expense Type | Coworking | Home Office | Café Working |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | CHF 300-500 | CHF 150-300 hidden | CHF 120-200+ coffee |
| Reliable Infrastructure | ✓ Guaranteed | ⚠ Self-managed | ✗ Unreliable |
| Professional Environment | ✓ Client-ready | ✗ Personal space | ✗ Public setting |
| Community & Networking | ✓ Built-in | ✗ Isolation | ⚠ Random |
| Business Address | ✓ Included (some) | ✗ Personal | ✗ Not available |
The desk is just the beginning. Here's what quality coworking spaces typically include.
Your coworking membership is a legitimate business expense. Monthly subscriptions, day passes, meeting room bookings, and domiciliation fees all count toward your business costs. For Swiss freelancers, accurate expense tracking directly impacts your bottom line.
A coworking space is a shared working environment where freelancers, remote workers, entrepreneurs, and small teams work independently or collaboratively. Unlike traditional offices with long-term leases, coworking offers flexible memberships—from daily passes to monthly subscriptions.
The user base includes freelancers wanting structure and social interaction, remote employees whose companies provide coworking passes, startups seeking cost-effective alternatives to traditional offices, and digital nomads needing reliable workspace while traveling.
Yes. Many Swiss coworking spaces offer business domiciliation services, allowing you to use their address as your official company address. Impact Hub includes this from their Starter membership tier. This provides a professional business address without the cost of a traditional office lease.
A hot desk means you sit at any available workspace each visit—more affordable but no guaranteed spot. A dedicated desk is yours alone, often with storage space—more expensive but consistent. Choose based on how much you value having 'your' space.
For self-employed individuals and businesses, coworking memberships typically qualify as business expenses. Keep receipts and track expenses properly for VAT and tax purposes. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Find detailed guides for coworking spaces in Switzerland's major cities, including cafés with great WiFi and work-friendly environments.
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