Amsterdam’s nicest flexible workplaces

Did you know that Amsterdam offers a plethora of inspiring flex workspaces? Whether you’re a digital nomad, freelancer or just looking for a creative environment to work in. From cosy coffee shops to modern co-working spaces, Amsterdam offers a range of opportunities to be productive while enjoying all the beauty Amsterdam has to offer.

The Kanarie Club – located in the Hallen, offers an inspiring workplace that strikes the perfect balance between work and leisure. During the day, the space is filled with flex workers, business lunchers and people who come to enjoy a cup of coffee.

Thanks to the spacious layout, there is (almost) always a place to be found, and the abundant daylight creates a cheerful atmosphere even on the gloomiest of days. And if your laptop is empty at the end of the day, don’t worry, as there are plenty of power outlets to keep you working all day long! Address: Bellamyplein 51 (Google Maps), www.kanarieclub.nl

On the beautiful Prinsengracht is Fosbury & Sons – a spacious building of more than six thousand square metres that serves as one large workspace, with numerous meeting rooms and flexi-working spaces.

Apart from beautiful flexi-working spaces where you can work in style as a self-employed person, there are also the necessary private spaces to book. Moreover, the Fosbury & Sons Café serves the most delicious breakfast and lunch dishes, so you can spend the whole day full of energy. Address: Prinsengracht 769 (Google Maps), www.fosburyandsons.com

Mindspace has several branches in Amsterdam, each a pleasant place to work. You’ll be among creative minds and have the option of renting workspaces for longer periods of time. Moreover, the premises are strikingly characteristic, with murals, an imposing marble fan staircase in the entrance hall. Address: Herengracht 168 (Google Maps), Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 162 (Google Maps) & Nieuwezijds Voorburggwal 296-298 (Google Maps), www.mindspace.me

The Hoxton has locations in Berlin, Brussels, Brooklyn, London & Chicago and other cities. In Amsterdam, on the Herengracht, the hotel has a lobby extending over two floors. The hotel offers the possibility of renting a workspace.

The bar has a cosy living room atmosphere and is the place to be. And of course there is also the possibility to have a drink, for example in The Courtyard. Address: Herengracht 255 (Google Maps), www.thehoxton.com

At Zoku – there are numerous comfortable workstations, convenient power outlets, spacious tables, cosy seating areas, cosy nooks and an excellent bar serving delicious lunches. But Zoku is much more than that, it is also a hotel with short- and long-stay flats.

As a result, you find yourself in the midst of locals, tourists, expats and creatives, making for a lively mix. It is an ideal live/work place for travellers, where you can stay for several months. Zoku offers a wide choice of workspaces and meeting rooms. And you can also hang out after working hours. Address: Weesperstraat 105 (Google Maps), www.livezoku.com

Amsterdam Oost is home to Yusu – a cosy coffee shop where you can not only get delicious coffee, but also work just fine. Yusu is a Surinamese word, derived from “seryusu”, both meaning “serious”. The atmosphere in the coffee shop is relaxed, so you will soon feel at ease.

Take a seat in one of the comfortable lounge chairs or choose a window seat at a table, order your favourite drink, and working behind your laptop will come naturally. Address: Andreas bonnstraat 2 (Google Maps), www.yusu.coffee

At Spaces – you can spend your working day in an inspiring and creative location. Besides working, you can also meet clients or colleagues here. You can also rent a meeting room. If you are hungry, you can order coffee and a sandwich from the bar, and for some fresh air you can go to the roof terrace. Address: Vijzelgracht 68/78 (Google Maps), www.spacesworks.com

With more than 20 branches in the city, Coffee Company is a great alternative to working from home or the office. The interior has a cosy, modern atmosphere with wall space for local designers and artists. With this atmosphere, you can definitely sit down to your work with a cup of coffee and a pastry. Address: See website, www.coffeecompany.nl

At the Volkshotel – you’ll find the workshop, where you can find a free flexi-working spot at one of the long wooden tables, which fortunately have plenty of power outlets. Thanks to the large windows, there is also plenty of daylight, which is very pleasant if you are sitting in front of your laptop all day. Moreover, the opening hours are ideal: your workplace is open from as early as 7:30. Address: Wibautstraat 150 (Google Maps), www.volkshotel.nl

At House of Watt – you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and drinks. The location also offers possibilities for meetings, flexi-working and presentations. The flexi-desks have plenty of daylight, fast Wi-Fi and excellent coffee. If you need a break, you can also play table football, shuffleboard or 30 Seconds. Address: James Wattstraat 73 (Google Maps), www.houseofwatt.nl