The reality at El Nido coworking is this: a view of turquoise waters, towering limestone cliffs, and breathtaking sunsets. If you’re tired of the typical office grind and want to blend productivity with adventure, El Nido is your dream destination!
We soft launched in April 2025 with our first site in Town Square, El Nido. Our second location, in the heart of Lio Estate, is soon to open. Both are designed for remote workers, entrepreneurs, and travelers who want more than a desk and WiFi. They are for people who want to be inspired by where they work, supported by who they meet, and recharged by the environment around them.
Why Working in El Nido is Better
El Nido offers a chance to work with a different rhythm. You can be as productive here as anywhere else in the world, but your backdrop is limestone cliffs, island sunsets, and a slower pace of life that lets you breathe. Neighbors & Nomads is proving that serious work does not need to mean a sterile environment.
Most coworking spaces in the Philippines are in Manila. They deliver efficiency, but also bring the same hustle of city centre spaces that many of us hoped to escape. The noise, the fluorescent lighting, the corporate vibe that never truly relaxes.
How Strong is the Internet at El Nido?
It is a challenge for sure and you should look for accommodation with Starlink connections. But, at our work space and cafe, it’s TRIPLE strong. We combine Globe, PLDT, and Starlink to create a fully set up system with built-in redundancy. That means when one line drops, another kicks in automatically. It is fast, reliable, and more robust than many of the spaces you will find in big cities.
You do not need to worry about frozen screens or missed deadlines. You can run your calls, upload your content, or work on your next big project with confidence.
What Can You Expect to Find in Our Working Space
Our workspace is a carefully designed mix of focus and freedom. This is not just an office with palm trees. Walk through our doors and you will notice it straight away.
- Hot desks and dedicated desks with ergonomic chairs and clean layouts.
- Sound-proof booths where you can take your Zoom calls without distraction.
- Meeting rooms for when collaboration needs a little more structure.
- Lounges and rooftop spaces that open up into conversations, friendships, and laughter.
We open 24/7 because inspiration does not follow a schedule. Whether you are an early riser who wants to work with the sunrise or a night owl chasing a deadline under the stars, the doors are always open.
Can We Get Good Coffee Here?
Of course! A good workspace deserves good fuel. Our café is built around Filipino coffee roasted by local partners, with baristas who know their craft.
If you want more than a caffeine fix, our menu offers thoughtful dishes, snacks, and grilled favorites. When the day winds down, the rooftop bar comes to life with cocktails, cold beers, and a soundtrack that shifts from chilled afternoons to lively evenings.
It is this combination of café and coworking, rooftop and workspace, that makes the N&N vibe so different. You can work, eat, socialize, and relax without ever feeling like you are stuck in one mode.
What Values Guide Us in Our Service?
Behind the spaces and the coffee, here are the values that shape everything we do:.
- Give Back to the Community: Supporting local staff, working with local roasters, creating opportunities for young people in Palawan.
- Ownership: Everyone on our team takes pride in the work. Our members share in the responsibility of keeping the culture strong.
- Laughter: From quiz nights to casual rooftop chats, fun is not an afterthought, it is a priority.
- Do the Right Thing: We aim for fairness, sustainability, and integrity in every decision.
- Empathy: We know travel and remote work can be isolating. Our community makes sure no one feels like they are doing it alone.
- Never Stop Growing: Workshops, talks, and skill shares are part of the rhythm here. Growth happens naturally when curious people come together.
These are not slogans on a wall. They are the DNA of N&N.
It’s a Community, Not Just a Workspace
Neighbors & Nomads is where neighbors and remote workers meet. The real difference is the people. The local designer working on her brand, the entrepreneur scaling a start-up, the freelancer on a six-month slow travel adventure. They sit side by side, share ideas, and often discover collaborations they never expected.
Our events range from skill-sharing sessions to social evenings. We run talks on everything from business strategy to sustainability. We host nomad meet-ups, beach clean-ups, live music nights, and the occasional trivia session that goes late into the night. It is all part of making the space a hub, not just a desk.
Why Choose El Nido for Remote Work?
Because El Nido lets you trade office walls for ocean views while staying inspired and productive in paradise. Not only that, El Nido is famous for island-hopping tours, turquoise waters, and dramatic limestone cliffs. What it has been missing until now is infrastructure for the growing number of people who want to stay longer, live differently, and still work. That is the gap Neighbors & Nomads fills.
Our spaces let you blend your professional life with your personal dreams. You can work a full day with stable internet, then jump on a kayak at sunset. You can take a call in the morning and spend the afternoon exploring lagoons.
You no longer have to choose between paradise and productivity. You can have both here!
How Neighbors & Nomads Began
We soft launched our Town Square site in April 2025. The response has been bigger than we imagined. From freelancers and remote workers passing through for a week to entrepreneurs relocating their base for a season, the demand shows that El Nido is ready for this.
Our second site at Lio will open November 2025. It will bring even more options for people who want to work close to the beach, combining the same facilities with a different setting. This is just the beginning. Our mission is to create inspiring spaces in inspiring places across island locations, supporting both locals and nomads.
What Options to Get at Neighbors & Nomads
Whether you are planning a week in El Nido or thinking of a long stay, there is a way to plug in.
- Day passes for those testing the waters.
- Weekly and monthly passes if you want flexibility.
- Annual subscriptions for those who see El Nido as a home base.
All come with credits to spend on food and drink, discounts in the shop, and unlimited access to the facilities. Desks are first come, first served, but there is always space for new energy.
Neighbors & Nomads is the Start of a Movement!
Neighbors & Nomads is more than just about El Nido. It is about proving a concept: that workspaces can be as inspiring as the destinations themselves. That businesses can be both professional and playful. That community can be built between locals and travelers, neighbors and nomads.
We see ourselves as part of a global shift. More people want to break away from the traditional nine to five. More travelers want to stay longer in places that matter to them. More businesses are open to remote work as the norm.
Our aspiration is to make island life and work life compatible. We are proud to be doing that in the Philippines, and we are excited to grow.
Come Visit Neighbors & Nomads!
If you are a digital nomad or remote worker looking for your next base, a freelancer chasing creativity, or simply someone who wants to see how work can feel different, we invite you to visit. Spend a day with us, join an event, or come for sunset drinks on the rooftop.
Neighbors & Nomads is proof that when you put people, place, and purpose together, the result is more than a workspace. It is a community. It is a lifestyle. It is a reminder that work does not have to be separate from living well.
So come find us in Palawan. The Town Square site is now open, with Lio soon to follow. We are open 24/7.
For more details, visit us at neighborsandnomads.com or our socials: Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok.
FAQs
El Nido coworking offers a unique blend of productivity and adventure. Unlike typical urban coworking spaces, it allows you to work with stunning views of limestone cliffs, beaches, and sunsets. The natural surroundings, coupled with fast, reliable internet and a supportive community, create an inspiring and relaxed atmosphere that enhances both work and leisure.
No, you don’t have to be a digital nomad to enjoy the benefits of El Nido coworking. While the space is designed with remote workers, entrepreneurs, and travelers in mind, anyone looking for a productive environment with great amenities can join. Neighbors & Nomads is perfect for anyone needing a flexible, inspiring workspace.
Yes! At El Nido Neighbors & Nomads, we’ve made sure that internet connectivity is top-notch. We’ve partnered with Globe, PLDT, and Starlink to provide a fast and reliable internet connection with built-in redundancy. Whether you’re doing video calls, uploading content, or working on large files, you won’t have to worry about slow speeds or dropped connections.
Signing up for El Nido coworking is simple! You can visit the Neighbors & Nomads website and choose from day passes, weekly, monthly, or annual subscriptions, depending on your stay. All passes include full access to our services credits and unlimited access to our coworking spaces. Simply select the pass that suits your needs, and you’re good to go! Don’t forget, we have a full café and bar menu too.
About The Writers
We’re Stephen and Kate, Co-founders of Neighbors & Nomads – El Nido’s coworking space for remote workers, entrepreneurs, and digital nomads. We create inspiring workspaces with high-speed internet, a vibrant community, and all the comforts you need to work and live well in paradise. Our mission is to help travelers stay longer, work efficiently, and connect with the local community. Visit us at neighborsandnomads.com.