Coliving Mexico
Your one stop guide to coliving in Mexico
Top Destinations for coliving in Mexico
We're thrilled to share that our team is hunting down new and inspiring coliving locations in Mexico. Most likely, almost our whole Nomadico community has been traveling through Mexico at one point or the other in their nomadic lives. So we really can't wait to start our adventure here. We don't always recommend the most "popular" or touristy places... instead we focus on the best quality authentic destinations for digital nomads. Check out some awesome spots here below and a couple of coliving options that are already there.
Coliving in Mexico: our hot take
Let's dive into what you can expect from coliving in Mexico as a digital nomad. Mexico is known for its vibrant culture, rich history, delicious cuisine, all-year-round warm climate, and much more. But we would like to give you a little more insight than this before making your decision to come down to the land of tacos and mezcal (FYI: just as popular as tequila). Strap yourself in and see our take on a nomad paradise.
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Convenience; Mexico neighbors the United States, so for all you nomads from the states, Mexico City is just one (relatively) short flight away and from there just a couple of hours to any place in Mexico you want. Did you know Google Flights is great to check for fluctuations in flight prices? If it doesn't really matter when you go, then you can keep an eye on it and book whenever is cheapest.
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Climate; for you guys that are not a fan of cold weather, you don't have to worry in Mexico. This country is warm all year round. There are still differences where some locations are super hot and others have a cooler climate, but it rarely freezes. Check timeanddate.com to see what the temperature is now at over 50 locations.
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Affordability; the cost of living in Mexico varies per locations. Naturally where there are lots of tourists the cost of living will rise simultaneously. Places like Cancun or Baja California during the American spring break will unsurprisingly be expensive. But fortunately, we are not focusing on those locations on this page. If you want to have a general overview of Mexican affordability of utilities, restaurants, transportation, etc., then have a look at numbeo.com.
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Food culture; Taco's, Chilaquiles, Huevos Rancheros, Machaca, Discada, Tamales, Quesadilla, Enchiladas, Esquites and Mole. We just named 10 dishes our team named together in a heartbeat. Have you tried all these dishes? No? Then organize your trip to food heaven right now and immerse yourself in one of the best (or arguably the best) food country in the world.
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Adventure; Did you know you can dive with sharks in Mexico? The underwater world in some parts of Mexico is simply astonishing. Why not do a Padi course during your time here and dive to meet whale sharks, sea lions, sea turtles, manatees and last but not least… blue whales. For the latter you will need to go Baja California during whale season (December to March).
Coliving Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Puerto Escondido is a small coastal town in the southern state of Oaxaca in Mexico. With its year-round warm climate and friendly locals, Puerto Escondido is the perfect destination for anyone who wants to escape the hustle of city life and enjoy a chill beach life while still being productive. You'll find plenty of coworking spaces and cafes that are setup especially for digital nomads. So you can expect reliable Wi-Fi and sweet ocean views. Oh.. and it has world class waves for surfers.
📍 Check out our coliving Puerto Escondido page here.
Coliving Oaxaca, Mexico
Oaxaca is a magical place full of history and food culture. If you have heard of the dish mole before, well, this is where it comes from. Oaxaca has a vibrant and colorful atmosphere, with beautifully preserved colonial architecture, bustling markets, and delicious (street)cuisine. It doesn't stop there though, because the city is also surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, ancient ruins and small towns for excellent day trips. Hierve el Agua, Monte Alban Ruins and El Tule Tree (world's wides tree trung), just to name a few
📍Nomadico coming soon but for now check out
📍 Co404 Coliving
Coliving CDMX, Mexico
Mexico City is one of the hottest spots to go now for digital nomads. You will have no problems meeting up with the big community of remote workers that's there and the amount of cowork cafe's designed for nomads is incredible. It's cheap and the food is of the charts! Come and experience the magic of this incredible city for yourself.
📍Our coliving pick in CDMX: for stays 1+ months we recommend Covive. Otherwise we don't have a coliving recommendation yet!
Coliving Merida, Mexico
Merida is a charming colonial city located in the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. The city has blends of Spanish and Mayan culture which makes for colorful streets that lead up to colonial mansions, historic buildings and charming plazas. Merida is a gateway to some of the most stunning natural wonders in Mexico, including cenotes, beaches, and ancient Mayan ruins. After a productive week in the city, go spend your weekends exploring these beautiful day trips and
📍 Our coliving Merida pick: Hormica
Coliving Guanajuato, Mexico
Guanajuato is a breathtaking colonial city nestled in the hills of central Mexico. One of the most unique things about Guanajuato is its underground road system, which was originally built to control the flow of the Guanajuato River. Today, it's a fascinating labyrinth of tunnels and underground streets that connect the city's historic center with its surrounding neighborhoods.
📍 We don't have a colive recommendation currently but we are keeping an eye on it for you.
Coliving Sayulita, Mexico
Sayulita, a small coastal town with only about 3000 inhabitants. As this hidden gem has such a small community be ready to blend in with the locals and do so with respect. The locals are used to digital nomads now, but if you are planning on working in a cafe the whole day, make sure to order something now and again. This is basic DN rule 101, but in small towns even more important.
We don't have a Sayulita coliving pick, but here is a great cowork and working cafe to visit;
📍 Sayulita Central Cowork
📍 Yah Yah cafe
Mexico as a digital nomad: the logistics
Now that we have laid out some cool spots for you to consider. Here are some of the logistics to think about and prepare for.
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Visa: Mexico allows tourists can stay for up to 180 days! Check out the following Wikipedia page about the Visa policy of Mexico to see if you need one yourself. Be aware though that the actual time you can spend in Mexico, is decided at the border by Mexican authorities. You will get a tourist visa which will grant you a period less than 6 months usually. Also, don't say you are a digital nomad, as working is not allowed with this visa.
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Internet access: as Mexico is a huge country, the internet access varies massively throughout different areas. Overal it is improving a lot, partly due to the amount of digital nomads working in remote areas.
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Safety: one of the most asked questions by people considering going to Mexico as a digital nomad (or tourist in general), is if it's safe. It's a valid question as there are gang fights reported in some areas now and again. Although again Mexico is huge and usually the fights stay in one place or state. So make sure to go to recommended places and if you want to go to the off beat track, then do research! Check out Mexico's peace index here. A yearly study conducted by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP).
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Culture: The top three cultures that have influenced Mexican culture the most are the Nahuas, the Mayans, and the Zapotecs. Of course, these have blended with Spanish culture after being colonized. But that's not all; Mexico has one of the seven wonders of the world and 34 UNESCO world heritage sites. If you're into history and culture, get ready to be educated!
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Language: Mexico has a total of 68 different indigenous languages, but luckily for you, most of Mexicans speak Spanish ;-).