Best Spots For Freelancers And Hot Desking in London

Being a freelancer in London can often feel like an uphill slog; finding structure can be difficult without the rigour of office hours, and finding a spot with a healthy WiFi speed can be impossible at times... so let us hook you up with some solid remote working ideas. We've collected the best bar and restaurants for hot desking in London so you can get your work done in stylish surrounds. 

Last edited by Scarlett Welch

Last updated on 21st October 2024




The Somers Town Coffee House

🥂 Cosy Cocktail Bar - Happy Hour Cocktails 2-4-£12 5pm - 7pm 🥂 and 1 other offer

Tucked in between Euston and King's Cross, The Somers Town Coffee House is a cosy, relaxed pub for London freelancers. Just moments away from the British Library, the venue offers free wifi, breakfast from 8am and a selection of beers and great food to motivate and reward yourself with. 

The Victoria

This beloved Dalston boozer isn't just a haven for live music and Friday night antics, it's also a cracking place to settle in and crack on with work. In the daytime, it provides a cosy nook for the freelance community to crack on and enjoy a pint once they're all done.

FAIM

If you're looking to hot desk, FAIM in Fitzrovia offers a laid-back space that's ideal for working. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere here, all while you scoff down a variety of mouthwatering plates and pastries. As for drinks? Expect plenty of coffee and tea.

The Victory

While you're on the move it can be difficult to find a place to work (and even better, one with sockets). The Victory in Waterloo is a modern British pub offering a relaxed space to get your jobs done in the company of fine food and wine, like harissa houmous, plus salt and pepper squid.

Signal Box

If you need a moment with your laptop or looking for somewhere to work around Euston Station, then Signal Box is the place for you. It welcomes commuters into its modern surroundings, allowing them to set up camp in a sleek booth and enjoy some delicious grub in the process. Treat yourself to a crispy pint, tea or coffee alongside breakfast plates, or nibbles like halloumi fries and crispy whitebait to keep you going. 

Mare Street Market

A bustling café hotspot nestled in South Hackney, Mare Street Market delivers pizza, deli treats, and veggie bites in a communal setting. With a leafy warehouse-chic setup, it's not just a place for brunch or dinner; it's where you can hunt for a vinyl, grab a seat, type up a storm, and sip on top-notch coffee while their friendly attendants keep you fueled for the day.

Marlowe Café, Bar & Restaurant

BYOB - Bring Your Own Boss!

Found at hotel Montcalm East in Shoreditch, Marlowe Café, Bar & Restaurant is a stylish space for hot desking - complete with comfy sofas, a navy colour scheme with golden accents and floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the busy streets outside.

Feeling peckish while you're here? The tuck into everything from flat iron chicken with crushed new potatoes to sirloin steaks and roast pumpkin tortellini, or one of their delicious sourdough pizzas.

Burdock Café & Cocktail Bar

BYOB - Bring Your Own Boss!

Open from 8am on weekdays, Burdock Café & Cocktail Bar is a great choice for hot desking in the City - found in Finsbury Square's Montcalm Royal London House. Their modern interiors feature plenty of cosy booths and seats to settle down in, with stylish surrounds to admire.

You can enjoy fresh juices and smoothies in the morning, paired with hearty breakfast plates. A little later in the day, tuck into dishes like steak frites, truffle mushroom pizzas or roasted cauliflower soup.

Caravan Exmouth Market

Open from 8am every weekday, Exmouth Market's Caravan offers a top cafe for freelancers in London. Based in the heart of Islington, it does fantastic coffee, tasty breakfast and lunches, and offers a relaxed spot for working in or out on their al fresco terrace.