Digital Nomad Guide: Coworking and Tech Rentals in Tenerife

Tenerife has quietly become one of Europe's most popular digital nomad destinations. The combination of year-round warm weather, low cost of living compared to Western European cities, fast fibre internet, an active international community, and the same timezone as London (GMT/BST) makes it an ideal base for remote workers. Whether you're staying for a month or a year, here's everything you need to know about working remotely from Tenerife.

Why Tenerife for Digital Nomads?

• Climate: Average temperatures of 20-28°C year-round mean outdoor work sessions and after-work beach time in any season
• Cost of living: 30-50% cheaper than London, Amsterdam, or Berlin for accommodation, food, and transport
• Timezone: GMT+0 (GMT+1 in summer), perfect for working with UK and European clients
• Connectivity: Fibre-optic internet widely available with speeds up to 1Gbps in urban areas
• Community: Growing nomad community with regular meetups, coworking events, and social activities
• Visa: EU citizens can stay indefinitely; non-EU visitors can apply for Spain's Digital Nomad Visa (up to 5 years)

Best Coworking Spaces

Santa Cruz and La Laguna

La Laguna Coworking Hub — Located in the UNESCO-listed historic centre of La Laguna, this space offers hot desks (€150/month), dedicated desks (€220/month), and private offices. The building is a renovated colonial mansion with a courtyard, fast Wi-Fi (300Mbps), meeting rooms, and a café. Walking distance to the university creates a young, dynamic atmosphere.

Start Up Tenerife — Near the port in Santa Cruz, this modern space caters to tech professionals with standing desks, dual-monitor setups, podcast recording booths, and 24/7 access. Monthly memberships from €180 include printing, lockers, and community events.

South Tenerife

Coworking Costa Adeje — Just 10 minutes from the beach, this bright open-plan space offers day passes (€20), weekly (€80), and monthly (€200) options. Features include a rooftop terrace for calls, reliable air conditioning, and a small gym. Popular with international nomads and has a strong social community.

The Hub El Médano — Set in the laid-back surf town of El Médano, this coworking space attracts kitesurfers and outdoor enthusiasts who work remotely. Flexible hours, beach views from the terrace, and a culture of "work hard, play hard." Monthly from €160.

North Tenerife

Puerto Cowork — In the charming town of Puerto de la Cruz, this intimate space (20 desks) occupies a beautifully restored Canarian building. Strong community focus with weekly language exchanges, hiking groups, and dinner events. Ideal for those wanting to integrate with local culture. From €140/month.

Tech Rental for Remote Workers

Not everyone wants to travel with expensive equipment, and some stays require gear you don't own. Here's what's available to rent:

Computing Equipment

• Laptops: MacBook Pro and Air (M-series), ThinkPad X1 Carbon, Dell XPS models—daily, weekly, or monthly rental
• External monitors: 27" 4K displays with USB-C connectivity for a proper workstation setup
• Mechanical keyboards and ergonomic mice: Because your posture matters, especially on long stays
• Laptop stands and portable desks: Adjustable standing desk converters for your accommodation

Connectivity

• Portable Wi-Fi hotspots: 4G/5G devices with unlimited data for working from beaches, cafés, or anywhere without reliable Wi-Fi
• Signal boosters: For accommodations with weak Wi-Fi in certain rooms
• Backup routers: Secondary internet connections for mission-critical work

Audio and Video

• Webcams: High-quality Logitech and Elgato cameras for video calls
• Ring lights: Professional lighting for client-facing video meetings
• Noise-cancelling headphones: Sony WH-1000XM5, AirPods Max, or Bose QC for focused work in noisy environments
• USB microphones: Blue Yeti, Rode, and Shure options for podcasting or high-quality call audio
• Portable green screens: For professional video backgrounds when your accommodation isn't camera-ready

Creative Equipment

• Photography gear: DSLR and mirrorless cameras, lenses, tripods for content creators
• Drones: DJI models for aerial photography and videography (with guidance on Tenerife flight restrictions)
• Drawing tablets: Wacom and iPad Pro with Apple Pencil for designers and illustrators

Best Areas to Live as a Digital Nomad

El Médano

The unofficial capital of Tenerife's nomad community. A relaxed surf-town vibe, affordable rent (€600-900/month for a one-bedroom), excellent cafés with Wi-Fi, and a social scene centred around sports and the beach. Best for active nomads who kiteboard or surf after work.

La Laguna

University town with vibrant nightlife, cultural events, and the best food scene on the island. More urban and local-feeling than the south, with beautiful colonial architecture. Studios from €500/month. Best for those wanting cultural immersion and an authentic Canarian lifestyle.

Puerto de la Cruz

The charming north-coast town offers green landscapes, lower temperatures, and a more traditional Canarian experience. Growing nomad community, good coworking options, and stunning natural pools. One-bedrooms from €550/month. Best for those who prefer cooler weather and lush scenery.

Costa Adeje

More touristic and expensive, but offers the most reliable sunshine, best beaches, and highest concentration of international restaurants and services. Apartments from €800/month. Best for those wanting resort-style comfort alongside their remote work.

Practical Tips

• NIE number: If staying longer than 90 days, get your foreigner identification number for banking and contracts
• Internet backup: Always have a 4G hotspot as backup—power outages, though rare, do happen
• Café culture: Many cafés welcome laptop workers; buy regularly and don't hog tables during busy periods
• Networking: Join the Tenerife Digital Nomads Facebook group and Slack channels for meetups and tips
• Health insurance: Private health insurance is affordable in Spain (€60-100/month) and gives access to excellent healthcare

Go Tenerife makes remote working seamless with our tech rental service. Whether you need a secondary monitor for your apartment, a portable hotspot for beach working, or a full workstation setup for a month-long stay, we deliver and collect from your door. Focus on your work and your Tenerife lifestyle—we'll handle the hardware.