Why Las Palmas?
Year-round spring climate, world-class surf beach in the city, and growing nomad infrastructure make Las Palmas the dark horse pick for digital nomads seeking sun without breaking the bank.
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Expense | Monthly Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR apartment (centre) | €900 | Bills typically extra €80–120 |
| Coworking membership | €160 | Hot desk; private office from €350 |
| Groceries | €250–350 | Mercadona is the best value supermarket |
| Eating out (avg meal) | €12–18 | Menú del día (€10–14) is excellent value |
| Transport (monthly pass) | €40–70 | Most nomads use a bicycle or scooter too |
| Health insurance | €50–80 | Private, for Visa. SANITAS or CIGNA recommended |
| Total estimate | €1,650 | Comfortable lifestyle with dining out |
Best Neighborhoods
Where you live matters as much as which city you choose. Here are the neighbourhoods most popular with digital nomads in Las Palmas:
Triana/Vegueta
Historic centreBeautiful colonial architecture. The cultural heart of the city. Best for exploring.
Avg 1BR:€950/mo
Las Canteras
Beach & nomadThe nomad hub. Beach on your doorstep, most coworkings nearby.
Avg 1BR:€1,000/mo
Guanarteme
Residential & localAdjacent to Las Canteras but more local feel. Good value apartments.
Avg 1BR:€850/mo
Mesa y López
Commercial & centralMain shopping and business area. Very central, practical.
Avg 1BR:€900/mo
Best Coworking Spaces
Las Palmas has 22+ coworking spaces, ranging from community-focused hubs to premium private offices. Here are our top picks:
| Space | Type | Price | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coworking Las Palmas | Community coworking | €160/mo | 4.5 | The original and best. Strong nomad community, regular events. |
| Canary Workspace | Modern coworking | €150/mo | 4.3 | Newer facility, great views. Popular with remote workers in tech. |
| Digital Nomads Las Palmas | Café-coworking | €100/mo | 4.1 | Relaxed atmosphere, café-style. Good for solo workers. |