Coworking spaces in KL and Selangor
Work can get a little demotivating when you’re constantly facing a cubicle wall. And if you find yourself needing a change of pace, there are only so many cafes you can haunt on the daily.Â
Whether you need constant fuel in the form of snacks, or could use a mid-day massage for your sore shoulders, you can now find coworking spaces tailored to any working habit out there, just like these ones in KL and Selangor:
Table of Contents
- Coworking spaces in KL and Selangor
- – Coworking spaces in KL –
- 1. Dojo KL
- 2. Komune Cowork
- 3. WeWork
- 4. Sandbox Space
- 5. Herserlef
- – Coworking spaces in Selangor –
- 6. Headspace
- 7. Like A Boss
- 8. Thinkhub
- 9. CO3
- 10. Spewco
- 11. IconikÂ
- – Coworking spaces in Klang Valley –
- 12. Co-labs
- 13. Colony
- 14. Common Ground
- 15. WORQ
- Millennial-friendly coworking spaces in KL and Selangor
– Coworking spaces in KL –
1. Dojo KL
Get in some yoga right after work
Image credit: @dojo.kl via Instagram
One look at Dojo and you’d be able to sense a recurring theme in all their interior decisions — wood and greens. They take inspiration from traditional Japanese elements, creating a space where you can work in peace.
Image credit: Dojo KL via Facebook
Coping with stress from work is a daily struggle for some but that task becomes easier when your office has zen feels with lots of natural elements.
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If you’ve been having a particularly stressful day, you can attend their weekly yoga lessons for just RM10/person. Since it’s held in-house, you won’t need to face the peak hour traffic. There are other feel-good events that are held regularly like drinking and painting sessions, as well as professional talks and workshops.
Fees: From RM45/day | RM165/week | RM500/month
Address: Lot A-1-1 Menara Amplewest, 6, Jalan P Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Closed on weekends)
Contact: 011-1610 3306 | Dojo website
2. Komune Cowork
Have healthy in-house meals for your lunch break
Image credit: @komune.cowork via Instagram
Komune Cowork provides you with a super chic working space where you can plop onto one of the sofas and start getting work done. The open space concept they’ve adopted lets you stretch your arms or even enjoy a chat with the person sitting across from you.
There are also quiet corners for meetings.
Image credit: @komune.cowork via Instagram
It’s not lunch hour in the office if you don’t constantly hear colleagues asking each other what to eat. This is where an in-office cafe can come to the rescue, so you can pass on that packet of Maggi for now.
At their The Vertical branch, they have an in-house cafe that serves delicious and healthy fare to Komune members so that they won’t have to go far to get some good food into their belly.
They offer sandwiches, soups, and salads that you can fill up on throughout the day.
Image credit: @komune.cowork via Instagram
Their space functions as an event venue as well, which means you can join in on their community events for free as it’s included in all of their membership packages. Some of the previous events include essential oil yoga and healthy living in the workplace.
Fees: From RM35/day and RM490/month
Komune Cowork @ The Vertical
Address: Level 8, Vertical Corporate Tower B, Avenue 10, The Vertical, No, 8, Jalan Kerinchi, Bangsar South, 59200 WPKL, KL
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Closed on weekends)
Contact: 03-2242 0321 | Komune Cowork website
See the full list of Komune Cowork’s locations in KL here.
3. WeWork
An in-house coffee bar
Image credit: WeWork Equatorial PlazaÂ
WeWork is known for its amenities and high-tech services provided. This co-working space, which has locations in Merc 2 and Equatorial Plaza, offers busy bees amenities such as a nursing room, wellness room, barista, phone booths, and a well-stocked kitchen.
The space is bright and spacious, with a sleek environment that’ll help boost your productivity throughout the day. There are also plenty of spaces for you to get your work done, whether it’s in the private rooms, booths, or the pantry – basically anywhere you like that isn’t already occupied by other guests.
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To relieve your stress, you can opt to play some games at their lounge area.
Fees: Price available upon request
Address: Equatorial Plaza, Lot 1217, Seksyen, 57, Jln Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Closed on weekends)
Contact: 03-7890 3679
4. Sandbox Space
Opens 7 days a week
Image credit: Sandbox Space via Facebook
Get your work done at this vibrant coworking space in KL, Sandbox Space, which has top-notch amenities and convenient services. We recommend heading to their Sri Petaling branch, which is a popular choice among busy bees as they open 7 days a week.
Image credit: Sandbox Space via Facebook
You don’t have to worry about finding food, which is a common struggle during lunch breaks. Everything is just around the corner at Sandbox’s location in Sri Petaling. There are over 150 eateries to select from, including Thai, Japanese, Indian, and classic Malaysian meals – you can be certain that you will never eat the same thing twice.
For those who drive, you’ll be glad to know that their Sri Petaling has three parking lots available for monthly rent from RM150. If you want to visit their coworking space, street parking is also available in the area.
Fees (Hot Desk): RM28/daily, RM380/monthly
Fees (Dedicated Desk): RM480/desk
Sandbox Space @ Sri Petaling
Address: 22-1, Jln Radin Bagus 3, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am-6pm, Daily
Contact: 012-326 7533 | Sandbox Space website
5. Herserlef
Opens till 11.30pm
Working a whole day at a cafe or a co-working facility is not cheap. In fact, spending a full day at any cafe in Klang Valley can easily cost you RM50 or more when you factor in those cups of lattes and meals that lets you save your seat. At this co-working space and cafe, you can beat that pricing by just whipping out RM16.80 for a full day.
Image adapted from: @herserlef via InstagramÂ
Herserlef is the name of the space in Sri Petaling – their name is inspired by the Dutch term ‘Gezellig’ meaning comfort and cosiness that come with being at home and spending time with friends and loved ones.
To embody this, their space is comfortably furnished with rugs, couches, and a rocking chair to make you feel right at home. As for amenities, guests here can enjoy 50mbps WiFi connection while helping themselves to free-flow food from the pantry, which includes chocolate pastries, coffee, carbonated drinks, and tea.
Image credit: @herserlef via InstagramÂ
Board games are only available on weekends, however, they do have several classics like Monopoly Deal, UNO, and chess on weekdays. For bookworms, there is a range of books to choose from on their bookshelf too for when you need a break.
Fees: RM16.80 for more than 4 hours | RM13.50/hour after 5pm
Address: 9-1, Jalan Radin Bagus 9, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 11am-9.30pm | Sat & Sun 11am-10pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
Contact: 014-683 1081
– Coworking spaces in Selangor –
6. Headspace
Free-flow of ice cream
Image credit: @headspace_malaysia via Instagram
Headspace is popular coworking spot among Subang Jaya folks, as they’re conveniently located in the hustle and bustle of SS15, near both the multi-storey car park in the area and also the LRT station. Needless to say, you’ll be spoilt for choices when it comes to lunch options when you park yourself here to work.
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This cosy space has different seating options for busy bees – couches and arm chairs, seats by the window or at the main communal table.
Image credit: @headspace_malaysia via Instagram
As for amenities, Headspace charges an affordable RM20 for a full-day access to their space, and it includes free flow of snacks, coffee, tea, and the best part – ice cream, which will add a sweet touch to your day.
Fees: RM20/day
Address: 1, 1st Floor, SS15/8A, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm | Sat & Sun 11am-8pm
Contact: 017-262 9683
7. Like A Boss
Affordable daily rates
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L.A.B, or Like a Boss, is another coworking space in Selangor that has affordable rates for workers looking to clear their to-do lists with less distractions – it only costs RM25 for a daily pass.
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This space is divided into four areas – Relax and Focus zones, and Conference and Private Offices. Take a break or work in a more chill environment at the Relax space, or park yourself at the Focus zone if you’re working on a project with a tight deadline.
Image credit: Like A Boss
A full-day access to Like A Boss includes free-flow snacks and beverages, as well as free seating. Make yourself a cup of coffee with the coffee machine at their pantry, or store your lunch from home in their refrigerator and heat it up with their microwave.
Fees: RM25/day | RM299/month
Address: Unit 1-21, Level 1, Ecosky, Batu 6½, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Taman Wahyu, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor
Opening hours: 9am-8pm, Daily
Contact: 016-640 5227 | Like A Boss website
8. Thinkhub
Stunning views as you work & a Starbucks kiosk
Image credit: Thinkhub Coworking Space i-City Shah Alam via Facebook
Environment plays a key factor in productivity. If natural light and a view of the sky inspires you, Thinkhub is a coworking space that you should park yourself at for the work day. They are located on Level 24 of the Mercu Maybank building in Shah Alam, with hot desks set by large windows.
Image credit: Thinkhub Coworking Space i-City Shah Alam via Facebook
Whether you’re at a desk, or on bean bags, you’ll get a pretty neat view of the outdoors here.
Image credit: Thinkhub Coworking Space i-City Shah Alam via Facebook
Other amenities here include Discussion Pods, as well as an in-house cafe, a Starbucks kiosk, and hot showers to perk you up.
Fees: Price available upon request
Address: Level 24, MERCU MAYBANK Jalan Plumbun 7/102, Seksyen 7, I-City, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Closed on Weekends)
Contact: 03-5521 8677 | Thinkhub website
9. CO3
A video editing room & recording studio
Image credit: CO3
Google offices are the envy of all non-Google employees. In Malaysia, there’s CO3 in Puchong that has a Google-like office space – think a slide set set next to desks, amenities like arcade games, and a variety of seating arrangements so you’re not just stuck to a desk.
Image credit: CO3
Though the slide may seem like the star of the coworking space, CO3 boasts a gaming studio where you can ajak your co-workers for some friendly competition. On top of that, they have specialised Creative Rooms for video editing with iMacs or Windows and a Recording Studio for voiceovers and podcasts.
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Other fun amenities here for when you’re not working is a Sony Game Zone with VR headsets and a Play Deck with arcade games and pool tables.
Fees:Â RM139 package that includes a 6 day pass, access to all zones, and business address as well as mail and parcel management
Address: 2-3, Jalan Merbah 1, Bandar Puchong Jaya, 47170 Puchong, Selangor
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-7pm | Sat 10am-3pm (closed on Sundays)
Contact: 012-252 5338 | CO3 website
10. Spewco
Hot desk packages
Image credit: SPEWCO via Facebook
For nomad workers in the Kota Damansara area looking to commit to a coworking space, SPEWCO offers a hot desk package of RM399 per month. It includes 24-hour access to the coworking space, 6 hour meeting credit, as well as free-flow pantry usage.
Image credit: SPEWCO via Facebook
If not, you can opt for their affordable RM15/day hot desk.
Image credit: SPEWCO via Facebook
Switch up your after work routine with regular board game nights with other nomad workers here. Spewco has over 50 types of board games like Catan and Werewolf.
Fees: RM25/day | RM399/month
Address: 48-2, Jalan PJU 5/10, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (closed on weekends)
Contact: 012-307 1187 | SPEWCO website
11. IconikÂ
A courtyard & pitch deck
Image credit: Iconik Co-Working Space via Facebook
If you don’t want to stay cooped up indoors all work day, Iconik not only has comfy working areas but also a courtyard with tables set outside for nomad workers.
Image credit: Iconik Co-Working Space via Facebook
Their highlight pitch deck here can accommodate 50 individuals, with cushions set on steps for more casual meetings and brainstorming sessions.
Image credit: Iconik Co-Working Space via Facebook
Fees: RM30/day | RM300/month
Address: B-3A-8, Icon City, 1B Jalan SS8/39, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (Closed on weekends)
Contact: 03-7491 3939 | Iconik Facebook
– Coworking spaces in Klang Valley –
12. Co-labs
Perk yourself up with a quick nap or game
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Nap rooms are quickly becoming the norm for coworking spaces. Gone are the days when you find yourself in odd positions from sleeping at your desk and getting a neck ache. Co-labs is all for recharging and members can use their nap pods to rest during breaks.
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If you need some mid-day excitement, you can visit the gaming room with your colleagues to blow off some steam. You can even make yourself comfortable with the many pillows there as you cheer on your playing friends.
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Their snazzy interior is a mix of industrial and modern aesthetics, from the bare beams with hanging lights, to the pop of bright colours that liven up the look.
Fees: From RM39/day | From RM499/month
Co-labs @ Naza Tower
Address: Platinum Park, Level 23A – 25 Naza Tower, 10, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur, 50088 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Closed on weekends)
Contact: 03-2300 9256 | Co-Lab website
See the full list of Co-labs locations here.
13. Colony
5-star hotel amenities
Their flagship outlet at Star Boulevard outlet has the look and feel of a plush colonial hotel.
Image credit: Colony
Not all of us can enjoy the atas life, but you can come close by spending 5 days a week at Colony. Not only does their aesthetic match that of a 5-star hotel, their branches come equipped with all the amenities you’d expect to find in one – just think St.Regis.
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At their outlet in KLCC, you’ll be treated to a good rub-down in their massage rooms for an additional fee, and for those who want to cool off, make use of the pool for a quick break. The rooftop gym is also great for people to get in their routine workout before or after work.Â
And if you’re not much for fitness and would much rather have siesta time to recharge, you can head to their nap rooms.
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They have a different themes for each outlet, all of which look like swanky hotels.
Fees: From RM60/day and RM410/month
Colony @ Star Boulevard
Address: 6, Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Closed on weekends)
Contact: 018-213 8086 | Colony website
See the full list of Colony locations here.
14. Common Ground
Get your caffeine boost from professional baristas
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With 12 locations in Klang Valley itself, Common Ground has quickly become a top player in the coworking game. But before they became a leading name in the industry, they were simply known as a cafe chain.Â
Now at some of their coworking locations, you can get your morning caffeine kick prepared by professional baristas before you jump into work. This makes them a perfect contender for those who head to cafes to get work done.
Image credit: @commonground.work via Instagram
If you sign up for a membership and become a part of their community, you’ll see plenty of productive days as they conduct weekly events for their members. Whether it’s business or technology you’re into, they’ll invite professional partners to come and share their expertise with you.Â
Some of their more recent events include a panel on consumer management for e-commerce and a talk by a finalist for Miss Universe New Zealand on leadership for women.
Image credit: Common Ground
Fees: from RM50/day
Common Ground @ Bukit Bintangq
Address: Level 24 & 25 198, Menara Worldwide, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Closed on weekends)
Telephone: 03-2181 9600 | Common Ground website
See the full list of Common Ground locations here.
15. WORQ
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WORQ takes coworking to the next level, with its expansive spaces and community-centric-approach – they even have massage chairs and game rooms for those in need of a break. Their locations are spread throughout Klang Valley, in areas such as Bangsar, Subang Jaya, and TTDI.
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They have flexible workspace such as hot desks, dedicated desks, and private suites at all their locations, as well as amenities like lounge areas, printing and scanning services, and a kitchen for you to have a cup of coffee or a snack when the midday slump hits.
Fees: from RM40/day, which includes free access to hot desk, pantry with free-flow snacks, and lounge area
WORQ @ KL Sentral
Address: Level 20, Menara 1 Sentrum, 201, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Closed on Weekends)
Contact: 03-2935 9869 | WORQ website
Millennial-friendly coworking spaces in KL and Selangor
Work is fun when you happen to love what you’re doing and it’s even better when your office has facilities like a snack bar, nap pods and massage rooms. Whether you’re a freelancer with too many distractions or a student who wants a change of place to better focus on assignments, coworking spaces may just be the choice for you.
If you’re not sure where to head to for lunch, you can check out these 9 restaurants in Pudu or this food hub Commons KL in Bukit Bintang.
Cover image adapted from: Colony, @dojo.kl via Instagram, Common Ground, @komune.cowork via Instagram
This article was originally published by Amber Lee on 27th August 2019, and last updated by Jasmyne Foong on 2nd August 2024.