Coworking in the Netherlands: WiFi, eSIM and Remote Work Guide

Coworking spaces can provide a practical base for freelancers, business travellers and remote workers visiting the Netherlands. They usually offer desks, power outlets, WiFi and a more professional environment than working from a hotel room or busy café.

Amsterdam has the widest choice, but coworking options can also be found in Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, Eindhoven and other Dutch cities. Facilities, internet quality and access conditions differ, so it is worth checking the details before booking.

Quick answer: use coworking WiFi as your main work connection and keep a Netherlands travel eSIM active as backup. Test both before an important call and download essential documents for offline access.

Why Use a Coworking Space in the Netherlands?

A coworking space gives remote workers a dedicated place to focus without relying entirely on accommodation WiFi.

• A desk and suitable chair.
• Reliable power access.
• WiFi designed for multiple workers.
• Meeting rooms or phone booths.
• A quieter environment for calls.
• Printing or scanning facilities.
• Opportunities to meet other professionals.
• Flexible day passes or short memberships.

Not every coworking space includes the same services. Review the access rules carefully before choosing one for a full workday.

Best Internet Setup for Coworking

Connection	Best Use	Main Limitation
Coworking WiFi	Daily work, meetings and file transfers	Shared network performance can vary
Netherlands travel eSIM	Backup connectivity and travel between workspaces	Requires an unlocked compatible phone
Regional Europe eSIM	Working across several European countries	Coverage depends on the plan
Local prepaid SIM	Longer stays or users needing a Dutch number	Requires physical purchase and activation
Café or accommodation WiFi	Occasional work outside the coworking space	May be less reliable or secure

What to Check Before Booking

A beautiful interior does not automatically make a coworking space suitable for your work. Confirm the practical details before purchasing a day pass or membership.

• Opening hours and weekend availability.
• Day-pass and weekly-pass options.
• Whether a reservation is required.
• Phone booth and meeting-room availability.
• Rules for calls in shared areas.
• Upload and download performance.
• Power outlets at individual desks.
• Guest identification requirements.
• Cancellation and refund conditions.
• Whether taxes or additional fees are included.

Book meeting rooms in advance when you have a client presentation or confidential call.

Using a Netherlands Travel eSIM as Backup

A travel eSIM provides mobile data without requiring you to remove your regular SIM card. It can keep you connected while travelling to the coworking space and provide emergency access if the shared WiFi becomes unavailable.

A backup eSIM can help with:

• Sending urgent emails during a WiFi outage.
• Joining an audio call through mobile data.
• Opening maps and transport information.
• Contacting the coworking reception.
• Using a temporary phone hotspot.
• Accessing essential cloud documents.

Browse Netherlands eSIM plans.

Install and Test the eSIM in Advance

1. Check that your phone supports eSIM.
2. Confirm that the device is carrier-unlocked.
3. Choose a Netherlands or regional Europe plan.
4. Install the eSIM using reliable WiFi before departure.
5. Label it Netherlands eSIM or NoveSIM.
6. Enable it after arriving in the Netherlands.
7. Select it for Mobile Data.
8. Test browsing and hotspot access when relevant.

Complete the test before your first coworking day. Do not wait for a WiFi failure or important meeting to confirm that mobile data works.

Recommended eSIM Settings

Setting	Recommended Value
Travel eSIM	Enabled
Mobile Data	Travel eSIM
Data Roaming on travel eSIM	On
Data Roaming on primary SIM	Off
Automatic Data Switching	Off
Network Selection	Automatic
APN	data.esim when required

Testing Coworking WiFi

Test the connection before beginning important work. Maximum advertised speed is less useful than real performance at your desk.

Check:

• Download performance.
• Upload performance.
• Connection stability.
• Latency during calls.
• WiFi strength at your chosen desk.
• Performance inside meeting rooms.

Upload stability is particularly important for video meetings, cloud backups and sending large files.

Preparing for Video Meetings

Shared coworking spaces can become busy, especially during common working hours. Prepare your connection and workspace before joining a call.

• Reserve a phone booth or meeting room.
• Test the microphone and camera.
• Connect the laptop to power.
• Close unnecessary cloud synchronisation.
• Download the presentation locally.
• Keep the travel eSIM ready as backup.
• Use headphones to reduce noise.

Avoid scheduling a confidential call from an open shared desk when a private room is available.

Coworking in Amsterdam

Amsterdam has many coworking environments, ranging from small creative studios to larger business centres. Locations near major railway and metro connections can be convenient for travellers staying outside the centre.

When comparing Amsterdam spaces, consider:

• Travel time from your accommodation.
• Whether the area is crowded during peak hours.
• The availability of private call spaces.
• Opening hours after normal office time.
• Day-pass availability for visitors.

Mobile data is useful for navigation and transport updates when moving between your accommodation and workspace.

Coworking in Rotterdam

Rotterdam can suit remote workers who prefer a modern urban environment and convenient rail connections. Coworking spaces may be located around the city centre, business districts and transport hubs.

Check whether the selected workspace offers quiet areas, meeting facilities and flexible short-term access rather than only long memberships.

Coworking in The Hague and Utrecht

The Hague can be convenient for professionals working with international organisations, legal services or government-related sectors. Utrecht provides a central base with strong transport connections to other Dutch cities.

Both cities can be considered by remote workers who want access to professional facilities without staying in central Amsterdam.

Coworking in Eindhoven

Eindhoven may appeal to workers in technology, design and engineering. Before selecting a workspace, check its distance from your accommodation and whether it supports day visitors.

A Netherlands eSIM can provide continuous connectivity while travelling between the station, accommodation, coworking space and meetings.

Can You Work from a Café Instead?

Cafés can be useful for short sessions, email and planning, but they are not always suitable for an entire workday.

Coworking Space	Café
Designed for work	Designed primarily for customers
More likely to have power outlets	Power access may be limited
Meeting rooms may be available	Little privacy for calls
Long stays are expected	Time or laptop restrictions may apply
Professional WiFi environment	Network performance can vary

Use a café for light work and choose a coworking space for important meetings or concentrated full-day work.

Public WiFi Security

Coworking WiFi is still a shared network. Protect business accounts, client documents and personal data.

• Confirm the official network name with staff.
• Use websites protected by HTTPS.
• Enable multi-factor authentication.
• Disable network discovery and file sharing.
• Keep your operating system updated.
• Use mobile data for sensitive transactions when possible.
• Lock your screen whenever you leave the desk.
• Follow your employer’s security requirements.

Using the eSIM as a Laptop Hotspot

Hotspot sharing may be available depending on the selected plan and device. It can provide temporary laptop connectivity when coworking WiFi is interrupted.

Hotspot use can consume data and battery quickly, especially during:

• Video conferences.
• Software downloads.
• Cloud synchronisation.
• Large file transfers.
• Media streaming.

Connect the phone to power, keep it ventilated and close unnecessary background applications on the laptop.

How Much Mobile Data Does Remote Work Use?

Work Activity	Typical Data Use
Email and messaging	Low
Cloud documents and browser tools	Low to moderate
Audio meetings	Moderate
Video meetings	High
Large uploads and downloads	High to very high
Full-day hotspot use	Very high

NoveSIM unlimited plans include 1 GB of high-speed data per 24-hour period. Speed may be reduced after the daily high-speed allowance is used and restored at the next reset.

Use coworking WiFi for long calls, updates and large transfers. Reserve mobile data for backup access and connectivity while moving.

How to Reduce Mobile Data Use

• Pause cloud backups before enabling a hotspot.
• Turn off video during nonessential meetings.
• Download documents through coworking WiFi.
• Disable automatic software updates.
• Close background applications.
• Upload large files through trusted WiFi.
• Disable automatic media downloads.

Working Between Dutch Cities

Coworking from several cities can be practical because the Netherlands has extensive rail connections. Mobile data helps you check departures, find the workspace and contact reception when plans change.

Onboard WiFi may be available on selected trains, but performance varies. Download important files before travelling and avoid planning critical video calls during a train journey.

Read the guide to internet on Dutch trains.

Will Communication Apps Keep Working?

Yes. A data-only travel eSIM can provide internet for WhatsApp, Viber, Slack, Teams, Zoom and similar services.

WhatsApp normally keeps the number already registered to your account while the travel eSIM supplies mobile data. You do not need a Dutch telephone number for internet-based messaging and calls.

What If the eSIM Has No Internet?

1. Confirm that the travel eSIM is selected for Mobile Data.
2. Turn on Data Roaming for the travel eSIM.
3. Keep Data Roaming off on the primary SIM.
4. Disable Automatic Data Switching.
5. Keep Network Selection on Automatic.
6. Check that the APN is data.esim.
7. Turn Airplane Mode on for 30 seconds and turn it off.
8. Restart the phone when necessary.

Move away from basements, lifts or heavily enclosed meeting rooms before changing advanced settings, as the mobile signal may be temporarily weaker.

Do not delete the eSIM during troubleshooting. The installation QR code may be valid for one installation only.

Coworking Internet Checklist

• Check day-pass and reservation requirements.
• Confirm phone booth or meeting-room access.
• Test WiFi at your chosen desk.
• Install and test the eSIM before your first workday.
• Select the eSIM for Mobile Data.
• Enable Data Roaming on the travel eSIM.
• Disable Automatic Data Switching.
• Download essential files for offline use.
• Carry laptop and phone chargers.
• Keep mobile data ready as backup.

Related Netherlands Internet Guides

• Netherlands eSIM Plans
• Remote Work in the Netherlands
• Internet for Digital Nomads in the Netherlands
• Internet in Amsterdam for Tourists
• Internet in Rotterdam for Tourists
• Internet in The Hague for Tourists
• Internet in Utrecht for Tourists
• Internet on Dutch Trains

FAQ

Are coworking spaces available across the Netherlands?

Coworking spaces can be found in Amsterdam and other major cities, including Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht and Eindhoven.

Can I book a coworking space for one day?

Some spaces offer day passes, while others require a reservation, membership or longer commitment. Check the access conditions before arrival.

Is coworking WiFi reliable enough for video calls?

It may be suitable, but test the connection and reserve a private room before an important call.

Do I still need a travel eSIM?

A travel eSIM provides useful backup internet and keeps you connected while travelling between accommodation and coworking spaces.

Can I use the eSIM as a hotspot?

Hotspot access may be available depending on the plan and device. Video calls and large transfers can use the high-speed allowance quickly.

Will WhatsApp keep my current number?

Yes. WhatsApp normally keeps your registered number while the eSIM supplies mobile data.

What APN should I use for NoveSIM?

Use data.esim when manual APN configuration is required.

Should I delete the eSIM if it stops connecting?

No. Check Mobile Data, Data Roaming, APN and network settings first because the QR code may be single-use.

Final Recommendation

A coworking space can provide the desk, privacy and WiFi needed for a productive workday in the Netherlands. Check access rules, meeting facilities and internet performance before booking.

Keep a Netherlands travel eSIM available as backup. Install and test it in advance, select it for Mobile Data and enable Data Roaming while keeping roaming off on your primary SIM.

Use coworking WiFi for video meetings and large transfers, but keep mobile data ready for outages, transport, navigation and temporary hotspot access.

Browse Netherlands eSIM plans here.