- Scene Status
- Large, well-established, highly organized
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: skycoworking.es, meetup.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Las Palmas ranks as one of Europe's best nomad scenes with most consolidated and active community on the Canary Islands
- Live it up Las Palmas Slack group (7000+ members) is often called the 'Holy Grail' for nomads arriving in the city; join before or immediately after arrival for accommodation tips, meetups, and social connections
- WhatsApp group links are actively guarded against spam and overcrowding; obtain invites through Slack group or by visiting coworking spaces in person after arrival
- Coworking day passes (€12–€20) allow flexible entry without long-term commitment; many spaces offer first-time visitor discounts or trial periods
- Meetup.com Digital Nomads Gran Canaria events typically attract 50–70 attendees per gathering; reliable way to meet other remote workers quickly
- Multiple coworking neighborhoods exist: Guanarteme/Las Canteras area (tourist-friendly, beach proximity), La Isleta (authentic local vibe, quieter), Triana (historic old town); pick based on your working style and cultural preference
- Coliving + coworking bundles (ReStation, El Cabo, The Roof) solve accommodation friction for stays under 3 months; popular during winter months—book early
- Annual Nomad City Conference (held in July in nearby Agaete) is a major networking event and professional development opportunity; attracts 27+ speakers and hundreds of attendees from across Europe
- Established nomad movement: founders and organizers (Nacho Rodriguez, Nelleke Meijer) actively run infrastructure; genuine community investment rather than purely commercial efforts
Annual Events
Nomad City Conference (Formerly Repeople Summit)
- Frequency
- Annual
- Description
- 2-week digital nomad conference and festival; speakers, panel discussions, networking, social events, beach/work days; held in Agaete, Gran Canaria; brings together digital nomad community from around the world; organized by repeople and local institutions
Coliving Options
ReStation
- Description
- Coliving + coworking hub; furnished rooms with shared and private spaces; located 2 blocks from the beach; bundled accommodation and workspace
El Cabo (Repeople)
- Description
- Repeople operates coliving + coworking model; bundled monthly rate for accommodation and workspace; recommended for 1-3 month stays
CoolivingC
- Description
- Coliving space with excellent workspace and internet; large common areas; highly rated by residents
The Roof
- Description
- Coliving space founded by prominent nomad movement organizer (Nacho Rodriguez, founder of Nomad City conference)
Primary Infrastructure
Live It Up, Las Palmas!
- Type
- Slack community + events platform
- Members
- 7000+
- Description
- Flagship community for digital nomads, remote workers, expats, and long-stayers; curated events (hikes, beach meetups, rooftop drinks), job board, accommodation tips, taxation advice, marketplace for second-hand goods
Platforms
- Slack
- Website with event calendar
Digital Nomads Gran Canaria
- Type
- Meetup.com group
- Members
- 1980+
- Description
- Regular social events at restaurants and bars; typical attendance 50-70 people per event; organized drinks, inspirational talks, and networking
Platforms
- Meetup.com
Facebook Groups
- Type
- Social networking
- Description
- Multiple groups tailored to different demographics and interests; active discussions and event announcements
Groups Mentioned
- Gran Canaria Digital Nomads
- Nomad Vibes - Las Palmas
- Nomad Island, Las Palmas
- Erasmus Las Palmas
WhatsApp Groups
- Type
- Messaging communities
- Description
- Multiple themed groups; active, constantly buzzing with conversations, event announcements, and meetups; links available through Slack or in-person
Interest Areas
- Social life
- Coworking buddies
- Surf & skate
- Techno movement
- Queer groups
- Beach volleyball
- Tech meetups
- Board games
Coworking Infrastructure
- Total Spaces
- 20+
- Day Pass Cost
- €12
- Internet Quality
- Professional-grade; 100-500 Mbps fiber widely available; coworking spaces offer 100-500 Mbps speeds suitable for video calls and uploads
Popular Spaces
Sky Coworking
- Features
- Rooftop coworking space with working terrace; modern, well-equipped; sociable atmosphere
- Location
- Near Las Canteras Beach and Santa Catalina Park
Fico Coworking
- Features
- Eco-friendly (solar power, recycled furniture, zero-waste); specialty coffee; community events; artistic atmosphere
- Location
- La Isleta neighborhood
Soppa De Azul
- Features
- Art-focused creative space; coworking hybrid with contemporary art gallery; pop-up exhibitions, workshops, social events
- Location
- La Isleta neighborhood
White Forest
- Features
- Stylish, calm atmosphere; single desks, phone booths, meeting rooms, event space
- Location
- Guanarteme neighborhood
CoworkingC
- Features
- Large space (30-40 capacity); friendly community; organized founder with nomad movement involvement
- Location
- Central Las Palmas
Catalina Park Calm
- Features
- Serene, quiet space within lively neighborhood; perfect for focused work
- Location
- Santa Catalina Park
Talleres Palermo
- Features
- Creative and collaborative atmosphere; café and restaurant; hosts events, concerts, and meetups in evenings
- Location
- Near Playa de Las Canteras
Work In Cholas
- Features
- Regular networking events and skill-sharing sessions; strong community atmosphere
- Location
- Central Las Palmas
Monthly Membership Cost Range
- Low
- €100
- High
- €250
Scene Status
Large, well-established, highly organized
Networking Patterns
- Language
- English widely spoken in nomad-focused communities; local integration benefits from Spanish language ability
- Event Frequency
- Weekly to bi-weekly in high season; meetups at restaurants, bars, coworking spaces
- Primary Channel
- Online entry point (Live it up Las Palmas Slack group and Facebook); transition to in-person through coworking spaces, meetups, and WhatsApp groups
Community Size Estimate
7000+ members in flagship Slack group; 1980+ members in Digital Nomads Gran Canaria Meetup; thousands across Facebook groups and WhatsApp
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
Sources cited for this category
These are the sources cited in this nomad & expat scene density research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
- 1.skycoworking.es
- 2.meetup.com
- 3.remoters.net
- 4.salty-travels.com
- 5.liveitup-laspalmas.com
- 6.christhefreelancer.com
- 7.hellocanaryislands.com
- 8.laspalmasguide.com
- 9.yournewbase.com
- 10.nomadcity.org
- 11.localbirdinternational.com
- 12.friendchiseapp.com
- 13.repeople.co
- 14.coworkingspaces.me
- 15.ficoworking.com
- 16.restation.co
- 17.repeople.co
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Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.