Review by James Chen, UX Designer | Living in Roma Norte for 6 months
CDMX has tons of coworking options. I've tried four of the major ones and here's my breakdown:
WEWORK ESPACIO Multiple locations across the city
Pros:
- Consistent quality across locations (I've worked from three different ones)
- Professional environment - good for client calls
- Reliable, fast internet (300mbps+)
- Meeting rooms, phone booths, printing services
- International community
- Beer/coffee included
Cons:
- Most expensive option (€200-300+/month depending on location)
- Can feel corporate/sterile
- Less local culture
Best for: Remote workers who need reliability and professional environment, or are using company budget.
COLONY SPACES COLIMA Colonia Roma
My Favorite. Colony strikes the best balance between professional and creative for me.
Pros:
- Beautiful space - high ceilings, natural light, plants
- Great café on-site (their cappuccino is actually good)
- Strong community events (workshops, networking)
- Fast internet (250mbps+)
- Mix of international and Mexican members
- Phone booths and meeting rooms
Cons:
- Pricey (similar to WeWork)
- Can get crowded 11am-4pm
- Roma location means paying Roma prices for lunch
Best for: Creatives and tech people who want community but professional setup.
OPENHUB COWORKING CONDESA La Condesa neighborhood
Newer space, modern design. I've worked here on day passes several times.
Pros:
- Great location in Condesa (beautiful neighborhood)
- Modern, clean space
- Good internet (200mbps)
- Less crowded than Colony or WeWork
- Friendly staff
Cons:
- Smaller space, fewer amenities
- Limited meeting rooms
- Condesa location means expensive lunch options
Best for: People who prioritize location and don't need extensive amenities.
THE REALITY OF CDMX COWORKING:
Most nomads I know actually rotate between coworking spaces and cafés. CDMX has incredible café culture - places like Blend Station, Quentin Café, and Cardinal actually welcome laptop workers and have decent wifi.
My pattern: I pay for Colony membership (because I need the professional setup), but I also work from cafés 2-3 days a week for variety. The café scene here is too good to miss.
Budget Tips:
- Day passes are expensive ($15-30/day) - if you're here more than a week, get monthly
- Many spaces offer discounted first month
- Consider location vs price - Roma/Condesa are pricier but more enjoyable neighborhoods
- Check Facebook groups for coworking pass deals
CDMX has a strong remote work infrastructure. You won't struggle to find good places to work - the challenge is choosing between too many options.