The best coworking spaces in Bologna
Tired of traditional offices? Get inspired by coworking: a network designed to boost productivity and share innovative ideas
Bologna is not just a city of university students and charcuterie boards. Across the province of the Emilian capital lies one of Italy’s largest business ecosystems, from the motor valley to packaging giants. It is an enterprise network that seems tailored for one of modern work’s defining trends: coworking.
Forget old, dusty offices. Setting up at one of these workstations, whether in a high-tech meeting room or a designer open-plan space, boosts productivity and encourages collaboration. Better still, you tap into an inspiring community of professionals to bounce ideas off and grow your business.
Every coworking space has a plan to suit you, and the keyword is flexibility. With pay per use packages, you do not waste time or money, while gaining access to a lively, engaging work environment. If you need to impress a client, look no further than the meeting rooms, complete with projectors, high-speed internet and breakout areas for breaks.
Between stylish open-plan desks and every modern comfort, we are sure you will fall for this fresh approach to office life. Above all, you will not want to look back. That is why we have rounded up the best coworking spaces in Bologna. Your business and your creative spark will thank us.
Lo Spazio
Via Boldrini 18-A
The setting, 200 metres from the station, is a huge plus for commuters, but wait until you see the interior. Designer furnishings elevate this modern 60-seat open-plan space, which includes printing facilities, a reception, secure lockers and a refreshment area. Lo Spazio also suits anyone organising workshops or seminars, with meeting rooms holding up to 100 people. The ‘virtual office’ package provides registered office and mail services, so you do not have to worry about a physical address. Working from the sofa at home or on the beach has never been simpler.
Copernico
Via Altabella, 17
A brand-new hub in the heart of Bologna where work means opportunity. Here, professionals from Copernico, a network active across Italy, share space with the city’s finest business minds: an ideal chance to scale your business and network with other companies. The workspaces are tailored to you, from customisable furniture to generous meeting rooms. Practical perks abound too, including a coffee area and on-site catering services.
Cowo
Via Siepelunga, 12
It sits near Giardini Margherita, which offers three clear advantages: easy access to green space, refuge from city-centre hustle and a walk of just minutes to the city walls for anything you need. Cowo accommodates up to 16 coworkers, mostly in the main open-plan room. There are also two private offices for those who prefer quiet, and an eight-person meeting room. After a hard day’s work, what could beat a swim? The Sterlino pool is just a short walk away.
Nuntiabo
Via Santo Stefano, 57
In one of Bologna’s most attractive neighbourhoods, Nuntiabo is ideal for anyone seeking an office in a historic palazzo without breaking the bank. Each workstation features a desk, armchair, lamp and personal storage for books and documents. The open-plan space offers 100 Mbps internet via both Wi-Fi and LAN, while for just €30 extra a month you can request a workstation with a desktop computer and pre-installed Linux suite. Everyone knows the value of switching off: a breakout lounge provides sofas, a coffee machine, a fridge and a microwave. Take a break.
Luogocomune
Via G. Matteotti, 21
‘We want to add value to your working hours, give creative impetus to your ideas and momentum to your passions!‘ reads the mission statement on their website. How? With a 20-seat coworking space suited to every requirement. Just passing through? Choose the temporary desk, available for as little as an hour. Want Luogocomune to become your base for a while? The comfort and home packages offer fully equipped desks in the open-plan area. The meeting rooms, featuring a projector and 50-inch screen, can be booked for as little as half a day, and the pay per use formula ensures no wasted time or money. Hard to find anything smarter.
Work in Progress
Via Marconi, 45
The coworking initiative by cultural association Bam! Strategie culturali was established around six years ago, well ahead of many workplace trends seen today. Located just outside the ZTL restricted traffic zone, it is easy to reach both on foot and by car, with services tailored to your needs. Work in Progress provides fully equipped desks, shelving, a coffee lounge and Wi-Fi, alongside rooms for meetings and training sessions. Everything you need to work at your best sits right at your desk.
Voxel
Via di Corticella, 56
The name comes from the unit of measurement used to render the world in three dimensions. Fittingly, Voxel is a coworking space for creative minds, designed for cross-pollinating ideas and driving projects forward. The building itself celebrates artistic expression, featuring colourful ceramics that converse with the eclectic spirit of Bolognina. Facilities include workstations, meeting rooms, workshops and a breakout zone with table tennis. The real highlight, though, is the community of artists and designers who hold exhibitions and events here. A coworking space to give free rein to your imagination.
Regus
Viale Masini, 12/14
On the sixth and seventh floors of a building close to the station, this established coworking provider belongs to a global network of over 3,000 business centres. Plans adapt to your needs, with desks available for just a few hours at a time, meaning you only pay for what you use. Reserving a workspace gives you all the advantages of a full-fledged office, including a dedicated phone line, a registered business address for clients and daily cleaning. You also have a kitchen area with tea and coffee facilities, as well as step-free access. A truly inclusive coworking setup with an impressively flexible pay per use model.
