Is there co-living in Popoyo for digital nomads?
Co-living properties listed
1
Updated September 2026 · Sources cited: wavesandwifi.com, placesoflinda.com
- Monthly price range
- NIO 1,500
- Coworking on site
- 1 of 1
Scene Summary
Popoyo has a nascent but active dedicated co-living market centered on Waves & Wifi, which opened in 2023 as a purpose-built coliving and coworking hub for digital nomads. The town has become a magnet for remote workers drawn to its reliable surf breaks, laid-back atmosphere, and growing nomadic community—described as one of Central America's favorite destinations for remote workers seeking a slower pace of life. Beyond Waves & Wifi, most accommodation in the area consists of hostels, short-term vacation rentals, and hotels; dedicated co-living properties specifically designed around shared community and month-long stays remain limited to this single established operator.
Good to know
Good to Know
- Waves & Wifi is solar-powered with backup generators and multiple internet providers, ensuring operation during the region's frequent power cuts—this is a significant advantage over standard rentals in the area.
- Monthly pricing shown is estimated from nightly rates of around $50 USD; confirm exact monthly rates and any discounts directly with the property.
- The property is in a remote location; renting a motorbike or scooter is recommended for accessing surf breaks, grocery runs, and local activities.
- This is Popoyo's first and only dedicated coliving space explicitly built for digital nomads; most other accommodation consists of hostels, hotels, or vacation rentals without integrated community or coworking.
- The nomadic community in Popoyo is growing but still small and informal outside Waves & Wifi; the town maintains its authentic beach-village character with minimal mass-tourism infrastructure.
Properties
Waves & Wifi
- Neighborhood
- Salinas/Popoyo center, 150 metres from Popoyo Beach
- Coworking On Site
- Yes
Includes
- Private room with air conditioning and fan
- Private bathroom with shower
- Dedicated work desk
- Free WiFi (high-speed 250 Mbps, solar-backed with multiple provider redundancy)
- 24/7 coworking space access
- Shared community kitchen
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Fitness center/gym
- On-site café (Kooks Café)
- Rooftop yoga deck with ocean views
- Bike rental
- Community events and activities (movie nights, sunset drinks, yoga classes, game nights)
- Dedicated community manager
Sources cited for this category
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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.