The startup boom has set the bar high for forthcoming entrepreneurs. The saturated market with high competition requires entrepreneurs and small businesses to give their utmost best when investing time, ideas, resources, and money into their business.
The shared workspace is the new normal as young entrepreneurs don’t want to waste their capital paying bills and real estate rents. However, now the co-work spaces are plenty and it’s hard to decide which ones are good and which would just exploit you.
An overcrowded workspace, low-speed internet, inefficient office staff, rushy locations, loud colleagues, and mismanagement are worse than anything. You’d be better off in your house than such a place.
But don’t you worry, we’ve got you sorted. After researching a huge number of co-working places operating in Lahore, this is our carefully curated list of the best shared workspaces in Lahore.
- Daftarkhwan
- Colabs
- Regus
- Kickstart
- Gitmit
- Coworker
Daftarkhwan | Hali Road, Khayaban-e-Iqbal
Daftarkhwan goes by the tagline “More than just an office”, which it proves to be by offering a meeting point for entrepreneurs, a resource palette for start-ups, and an open call for collective action.
It is equipped with all of the modern-day requirements of a workspace. Daftarkhwan promotes and strengthens a community of professionals and entrepreneurs from diverse spheres to interact and collaborate to innovate transformational projects.
Daftarkhwan has 3 prime locations in Lahore and has a setup in Islamabad and Rawalpindi separately. In addition to its central location and flattering interior, Daftarhwan gives access to an in-house café that serves fresh, healthy food within your budget.
Fireside | Daftarkhwan
Daftarkhwan isn’t restricted to just providing shared office space but it conducts a podcast by the name fireside, that brings together the greatest entrepreneurial minds from all industries be it music, startup ecosystem, finance or academia. It also started a new podcast by the name “The Wonderwomen of Pakistan” that features the boss women of our society and gave insight into their journeys.
VC Exchange | Daftarkhwan
Along with the unique setup and services, in 2019 daftarkhwan initiated VC Exchange powered by Amazon Web Series (AWS). VC Exchange by daftarkhwan is a platform for startups to pitch to multiple leading investors through one on one investment meetings. It helps to match them with angel investors and venture capital firms investing in Pakistani startups.
General Information
- Location: 90-B, Hali Road, Block B, Gulberg 2, Lahore.
- Contact information:
- +92 (423) 893 8008
- hello@daftarkhwan.com
- Preferred for: Startups and Freelancers
- Additional features: Community benefits
- Timings: 9am – 9pm
Payment Plans
| Hot Desk (per day) | Hot Desk (per week) | Hot Desk (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| PKR 1500/day | PKR 6000/week | PKR 15,000/month |
| Dedicated Desk (per month) | Private Office (Team of 4) | |
| PKR 6000/month | PKR 17,000/month |
COLABS | Gulberg
COLABS is Pakistan’s fastest growing flexible workspace, designed to enable individuals and businesses to grow. It provides opportunities to collaborate, be more productive and innovate through a giant networking environment.
It has a diverse community which is a mix of freelancers, startups, SMEs and MNCs. Some notable members of the COLABS community include Rocket Internet, Patari, SadaPay, 10pearls, USAID, OMD and Coca Cola.
The most impressive feature of COLABS that sets it apart is the gender balance both in their employees and clients. It houses a 1:2 gender ratio within its spaces and a 1:1 ratio with the COLABS team itself.
The young minds are keen on saving money where they can, opting for shared office spaces instead of paying heavy rents. COLABS is primarily a product by the youth for the youth, as the average age of their in-house team is 27. This young team enables them to evolve with trends and be relevant at all times.
General Information
- Location:
- 50-51 N Gurumangat Road, Gulberg II, Lahore
- 22-N Johar Town, Lahore
- Contact information:
- 0300-8496079
- 0423-5750287-88-89
- sales@colabs.pk
- Preferred for: Startups and Freelancers
- Additional features: Community benefits
- Timings:
- Mon-Sat: 9am to 9pm
- Sun closed
Payment Plans
| Hot Desk (per day) | Hot Desk (per month) | Dedicated Desk (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| PKR 1500/day | PKR 16,500/month | PKR 18,000/month |
| Meeting Space | Private Office | |
| PKR 999/hour | PKR 21,000/month |
Regus | Tricon Tower
Regus provides vibrant co-working spaces with a social and productive environment, high-speed WiFi, printers and digital desk phones ready to go in the well-designed co-working spaces.
A calm environment, well-stocked kitchen, access to business lounges for a more private space, on-site cafe and coffee bar, walk-away distance from Lahore Gymkhana and other famous spots add up to the many features that make Regus one of the most comfortable co-work spaces in Lahore.
The open-plan, shared office spaces facilitate individuals to engage and exchange ideas. In addition, the regular networking and personal growth events let members expand their professional and social network giving them access to more opportunities and industry exposure.
General Information
- Location: 73 Jail Road, Gulberg 9th floor, Tricon corporate centre, Lahore
- Contact information:
- Preferred for: Startups and Freelancers
- Additional features: Prime location
- Timings:
- Mon-Sat: 9am to 9pm
- Sun closed
Payment Plans
| Private Office (for 1) | Private Office (for 2) | Private Office (for 4) |
|---|---|---|
| PKR 1500/day | PKR 16,500/month | PKR 18,000/month |
| Business Lounges | Co-working Space | Meeting Rooms |
| PKR 8000/month | PKR 9,300/month | PKR 880/hour |
Kickstart Co-working Space
Kickstart has been in this business for the longest time. Their experience and expertise gives young entrepreneurs access to a diverse community of market leaders and provides the best networking experience.
The offices are spacious, meeting halls and dining areas well-furnished, a well-managed and organised setup, a professional work environment with high-quality standards and professional staff. These are all the factors that make Kickstart the best among its competitors.
Kickstart has 3 prime locations that make Kickstart offices easily accessible to all the residents of Lahore.
1. Gulberg | 62-C2
The flagship branch of Kickstart features a 5-story standalone building that not only offers the traditional office amenities, but this location has unique facilities like a fitness studio, inside boundary wall parking, and a terrace. Many multi-million dollar startups like Educative and Starzplay and established IT companies like ZONES have offices in this branch.
2. Gulberg | 58-A2
This branch of Kickstart features the most spacious offices amongst all co-working spaces, it is also Kickstart’s first building. Along with other facilities, it operates 24/7 catering to the individuals doing night shifts or companies working with international organisations with time differences.
It hosts a vibrant community of startups like BYKEA, Swvl, and Payoneer.
3. WORK by Kickstart
WORK is dedicated for small level entrepreneurs, freelancers and students because of its economical plans that are easily affordable for all. It is mostly inhabited by small IT and Creative agencies, small teams, and freelancers. The space provides shared co-working seats only.
WORK by Kickstart has offices in Johar Town (Airline Society), Raiwind (Thokar) and Model Town.
General Information
- Location:
- Gulberg
- Airline Society
- Raiwind, Model Town
- Contact information:
- 0333-0596162
- solutions@kickstart.pk
- Additional features: Podcast studio
- Timings:
- Mon-Fri: 24 hrs
- Sat: 9am – 6pm
- Sun closed
Payment Plans
| Flex Desk | Hot Desk |
|---|---|
| PKR 5000/month | PKR 9000-13000/month |
| Dedicated Desk | Serviced Office |
| PKR 16,000-25,000/month | PKR 16,000-20,000/month |
GITMIT
GITMIT offers a creative atmosphere, a distraction-free workplace and a close community. GITMIT aims to meet all the international standards of shared workspaces in terms of infrastructure, services and management.
GITMIT prioritises user experience by providing a comfortable set-up with a friendly and cooperative staff that ensure the best ambience. In addition, it facilitates its members through a well-stocked cafe bar and a fitness room along with the basic amenities.
GITMIT accommodates all professionals including freelancers, remote workers, travellers, start-up companies and budding Entrepreneurs. Despite the high-level facilities, it is cost-efficient and affordable for all.
General Information
- Location: 13-J Gulberg III, Ali Zeb Main Road
- Contact information:
- +92 300 779 2020
- +92 300 777 6877
- Additional features:
- Fitness room
- Cafe bar
- Timings:
- Mon-Fri: 24 hrs
- Sat: 9am – 6pm
- Sun closed
Payment Plans
| Hot Desk | Hot workstation | Private Office |
|---|---|---|
| PKR 10,000/month | PKR 12,000/month | PKR 15,000/seat |
| Dedicated Desk | Dedicated Workstation | Night shift (7:30 pm to 6 am) |
| PKR 15,000/month | PKR 20,000/month | PKR 10,000/month |
Coworker
Lahore has over 70 co-working spaces, it’s hard to find a well-maintained safe space if you’re new to the city or new to shared workspaces. This is where coworker makes things easier for you.
Coworker is a platform that finds you trustable co-work spaces around you according to your needs and range. You just need to choose what facilities you’re looking for and your preferred location. Coworker gives you a few options to choose from that best fit your requirements.
Cowork not only operates in Lahore but also covers Islamabad and Karachi in Pakistan amongst other countries.
These are the best co-working spaces in Lahore but the literary and tech hub offers many more shared office spaces such as The Hive, Ignition, The Crib, LCE Plug n Play, Venture Drive, and Popcorn Studios.
Have a look at these articles featuring the best co-working spaces in Karachi, Islamabad and Peshawar as well. Share with us your experience with any of the shared workspaces in Lahore or elsewhere.