Humans are naturally wired to be oriented towards one another and sociality is a dominant factor that shapes our physiological and emotional needs. This makes the idea of co-working space a popular option amongst independent workers and startups.

It is based on the concept of connecting like-minded individuals, thus giving rise to another trend known as “co-living” — a housing solution where people with common interests share a living space together.

This is great for working professionals, freelancers and travellers moving to a new city. Here, e27 lists down nine leading co-living spaces perfect for working professionals, travellers and freelancers across Southeast Asia.

1. Dojo Bali

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Located in the south coast of the Indonesian island of Bali in Canguu, Dojo offers a two-storey co-living space a few minutes away from the famous “Echo Beach”. This space mostly attracts a vibrant community of freelancers, startups and founders from across the globe.

All rooms have an en-suite bathroom and access to a shared kitchen, chill-out areas, pool, garden and an area for sunbathing. Situated near local warungs (cafes), grocery stores, gym, yoga studio, health food shops and bars, the coliving space also has a coworking space just minutes away.

However, it is tough to find rooms here, and pre-booking is recommended. For individuals who are on a tight budget, this might not be the best option. 

What’s unique about it: Dojo soft landing package including airport pickup, SIM cards, surfing lesson, and yoga lesson, among other perks, so you don’t have to worry for anything.

Location: Bali, Indonesia

Contract terms: No contract but a minimum of 7 days stay

Cost: US$1140/month for the package.

 

2. Draper Startup House

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Draper Startup House (formerly ‘Tribe Theory’) aims to create an “entrepreneurial-centric accommodation” by utilising hostel beds to put like-minded people under one roof.

It is clean and well-maintained with spacious dorms and washrooms. This makes it an excellent steal for entrepreneurs who are on the go looking for opportunities and meeting other like-minded individuals.

Also Read: Tribe Theory rebrands to Draper Startup House after a US$3.5M investment from Tim Draper

Every location is strategically built so that residents don’t have to worry about the availability of food, groceries, etc. Even though it can be difficult to find accommodation for long-term, pre-booking is highly recommended.

What’s unique about it: Budget-friendly and offers tools for aspiring entrepreneurs like Draper Startup House Ventures, where entrepreneurs can submit pitch decks to the Draper Venture Network, events among others.

Contract terms: No contract but limited availability for long-term residents

Location: Singapore, Bangalore, Bali, Austin, Lisbon, Manila, Yangon, Tallinn

Cost: Pricing depends on the country

 

3. Hmlet 

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Hmlet is a fully-furnished serviced co-living apartment in Singapore that has widely spread across different regions in Tokyo, Hong Kong and Sydney.

It guarantees a membership plan with a fully-furnished home, utilities, unlimited WiFi, weekly cleaning, maintenance, access to community events for people looking for flexible and easy options.

The apartments are located in prime business areas in Singapore. The different room sizes offer flexibility in price without compromising on location.

What’s unique about it: Flexibility in pricing options. Members can choose from ‘master’, ‘regular’, or ‘pocket rooms’.

Contract terms: 3 months minimum lease period

Location: Singapore, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Sydney

Cost: US$900/month onwards.

 

4. Spiced

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Located in the capital city of Vietnam, Spiced advertises itself as “having the comfort of Airbnb with a co-working space”. All bedrooms come with a comfortable bed and a private bathroom. Guests also have 24×7 access to the co-working space. All utilities, room cleaning and laundry, are included with most co-living options.

If you’re at Spiced, food is also not something to worry about as a community-spiced lunch is organised every day where members can connect with one other.

What’s unique about it: Delicious Spiced Community Lunch

Contract terms: No contract but limited availability for long-term residents

Location: Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

Cost: US$608/month.

 

5. Cove Living

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Apart from having a ready-to-move-in housing option, Cove Living in Singapore uses AI to find the right flatmate based on one’s living habits, values, and interests. The company meets all the residents who apply through the viewing process and chats with everyone and understands individual requirements. The data is then added to the website.

Also Read: Flexible housing platform Anyplace enters Southeast Asia, teams up with coliving operators

It comes with three membership plans — normal plan, flat-sharing, and studio apartment, all which have different perks attached to it.

What’s unique about it: Finding a flatmate through AI

Contract terms: Flexible with a three-month minimum stay 

Location: Singapore

Cost: US$1220/month onwards.

 

6. Lyf

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A vibrant co-living space, lyf caters to both the work and play elements of residents. It caters to both short- and long-stay residents (millennials, technopreneurs, self-starters, digital nomads, and aspiring entrepreneurs).

The space boasts “Instagrammable… social zones” that consist of co-working spaces and an area for hackathons, innovation talks, music jamming sessions, cooking sessions, and workshops which are organised weekly by lyf’s Ambassador of Buzz (AOB).

The length of stay can be tailored, from short term to long term. Typically, condominium rental units have a minimum stay of three months.

What’s unique about it: The laid-back chill vibe, Instagram worthy

Contract terms: No contract for short and long term rentals 

Location: Singapore, Bangkok

Cost: Pricing depends on the country

7. Hub Hoi An

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This is for those who want to stay away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Hub Hoi An is a co-living and co-working space in Vietnam offering a professional work environment for remote workers, digital nomads, local entrepreneurs and freelancers.

Events, workshops, open talks, networking dinners, excursions, daily community lunches and social meetups are hosted regularly in this space.

Also Read: The future way of life is co-living, and these 7 Thai spaces help pave the way

They have options of living in a ricefield homestay or a villa with a complete package that includes perks like one free bicycle, unlimited Vietnamese coffee, SIM card and free lunches.

What’s unique about it: Package perks, location

Contract terms: No contract for short term rentals and 3 months minimum for condominium rentals

Location: Hoi An, Vietnam

Cost: US$966/month depending on the living option.

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