Good to know
Good to Know
- Santa Cruz has the most coworking spaces on the island and the most local accommodation, making it ideal as a base, though the community is more business-focused than the tourist south.
- Meetup events and WhatsApp groups connect over 20,000 members, providing instant social infrastructure. Joining groups on arrival is common and expected.
- Coworking monthly prices range €80-150 (~$91-171 USD), significantly cheaper than other European digital nomad hubs.
- The nomad scene is spread across the island rather than concentrated in one area; Tenerife offers several regional hubs (Santa Cruz, Puerto de la Cruz, Los Cristianos) so find the vibe that suits you.
- La Laguna (20 minutes by tram) offers a charming alternative with university atmosphere, though a smaller direct nomad community than Santa Cruz.
- Locals are familiar with remote workers and month-to-month rentals are normal; café owners don't give side-eye for camping out with a laptop.
- December-February is peak season for nomads escaping European winter, making it easier to meet the community but potentially more crowded.
Primary Communication Channels
WhatsApp Groups
- Size Indicator
- 20000+
- Description
- Multiple WhatsApp groups connecting nomads and expats, with over 20,000 members across various groups
Facebook Communities
- Description
- Area-specific Facebook groups for digital nomads, remote workers, and expats
Notable Groups
- Tenerife Digital Nomad Community South and North
- Tenerife Remote Workers & Digital Nomads
- TENERIFE Expats & Locals
- Expats in Canary Islands
Meetup.com
- Member Count
- 1932
- Primary Group
- Tenerife Remote Workers & Digital Nomads Meetup
- Description
- Official meetup groups organizing in-person events and networking
Primary Hubs Within Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz (Capital)
- Vibe
- Authentic Spanish/Canarian atmosphere with a smaller expat population than the south, more business/work-focused than tourist leisure
- Best For
- Longer-term nomads seeking local integration and affordability
- Community Density
- Moderate
- Description
- More urban and business-oriented than tourist areas. Has the largest number of coworking spaces and professional infrastructure on the island.
Bohemian, cultural, quieter
- Location Name
- La Laguna (nearby, 20 minutes by tram)
- Community Density
- Light to moderate
- Description
- Historic capital with university atmosphere and charming cultural infrastructure, though smaller nomad community compared to south
Coworking Spaces In Santa Cruz
Coworking Nomad
- Tram Access
- 6 minutes to Teatro Guimerá, 9 minutes to Weyler
- Founding Year
- 2011
- Location Detail
- Calle Santiago 5, heart of Santa Cruz city center, near Garcia Sanabria Park
- Description
- First shared coworking space in Santa Cruz. Community-focused space for entrepreneurs, freelancers, startups, and remote workers.
Pricing
- Monthly Membership
- €80
- Meeting Room Rental
- €10
Amenities
- 17 workstations
- Meeting room (capacity 8)
- High-speed internet
- Relaxation area with sofa
- 24/7 access for members
- Unlimited coffee and tea
- Parking nearby
- Near cafes and restaurants
Workeamos Coworking
- Location Detail
- Santa Cruz center
- Description
- Recommended by nomads for having a good mix of locals and foreign workers, more oriented to local Spaniards but welcoming international community
Pricing
- Monthly Range
- €80
Espacio Kernel Cowork & Cooperate
- Location Detail
- Santa Cruz
Pricing
- Monthly Range
- €80
Coliving Options Near Santa Cruz
Igikai Coliving
- Location
- Near Santa Cruz
- Pricing Range
- €733
Lower end estimate
- Community Focus
- Yes - hosts WhatsApp groups for members, active digital nomad community
- Amenities Highlight
- Community-focused with regular social activities
Maraya Coliving & Coworking
- Location
- South of Santa Cruz
- Community Focus
- Yes - strong emphasis on community, connection, and sustainability
Special Features
- Community-oriented founders
- Solar panels
- Organic garden with vegetarian dinners
- Focus on making friendships and connections
Expat Integration
- Ease Of Entry
- Relatively easy. Local government and partners actively promoting Tenerife as remote work destination.
- English Prevalence
- Moderate. Higher in tourist areas (south), lower in Santa Cruz but international community speaks English.
- Integration Resources
- Expat communities organize events, language exchanges, and social gatherings. Facebook groups, Meetup.com, and Expat.com have active Tenerife communities.
Active Digital Nomad Scene
Yes, active and growing. The island has a relatively active digital nomad community with multiple communication channels and social spaces, though density varies by location.
Seasonal Community Patterns
- Note
- Digital nomads typically stay 3-6 months. Peak community activity during winter months (October-February) when escaping northern European winter.
Networking Events And Meetups
- Mission
- Facilitate digital nomad and remote worker community while integrating with local culture and respecting island heritage
- Frequency
- Multiple events weekly across the island
- Organization
- Tenerife Remote Workers & Digital Nomads Meetup (Meetup.com) organizes island-wide networking
- Event Rotation
- Events rotate around different areas of the island to maximize accessibility
- Location Note
- Digital nomad meetups frequently take place near the port of Santa Cruz and throughout the city
Event Types
- Social events
- Business/professional networking
- Sports and fitness activities
- Workshops
- Casual drinks and meetups
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
Sources cited for this category
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Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.