Lagos has one of the most energetic coworking scenes in Africa. From community-driven innovation hubs in Yaba to polished corporate-grade offices in Victoria Island, the city offers a range of shared workspace options that would hold their own against any major global city. Whether you are a remote worker on a short stay, a founder building a local team, or an international executive who needs a professional base for a week, Lagos has something that works.
This guide breaks down the best coworking spaces in Lagos by district, covering what each space offers, who it is right for, and what you should expect to pay.
Why the Right Workspace Matters in Lagos
Location in Lagos is not just about convenience — it is a strategic decision. The city’s traffic is legendary, and commuting across the island from Victoria Island to Ikeja can easily consume 90 minutes each way. Picking a workspace in the wrong district relative to where your clients, partners, or team members are based will eat your productive hours alive. Choose deliberately.
Power reliability is the other major variable. Generator backup is non-negotiable in Lagos — load shedding from the national grid (called NEPA or PHCN colloquially) is a fact of life. Every reputable coworking space runs its own generator and fuel costs are baked into membership fees. Always confirm backup power duration and internet redundancy before signing up.
Co-Creation Hub (CcHub) — Yaba
CcHub is Nigeria’s most celebrated innovation hub and one of the most influential tech incubators in Africa. Founded in 2011, it has supported companies that have gone on to raise hundreds of millions of dollars in funding. Located in Yaba — Lagos’s tech district — CcHub offers hot desks, dedicated desks, private offices, and event space across a well-designed campus.
CcHub is more than a workspace: it is a community. Regular events, mentorship programs, and an alumni network that spans the continent make it a genuine ecosystem play. If you are building a tech startup and want to be plugged into the Lagos founder community from day one, there is no better address.
Pricing: Hot desks from approximately NGN 25,000 to NGN 40,000 per month. Dedicated desks and private offices are available on request. Event space hire is separate.
Best for: Tech founders, early-stage startups, developers, researchers.
The Hive — Lekki Phase 1
The Hive is one of Lagos’s most popular coworking spaces for the professional and creative class that has settled in the Lekki corridor. The space is well-designed, the internet is fast and reliable, and the community skews toward founders, consultants, and creatives in their late 20s and 30s. The Hive runs regular networking events and workshops that are worth attending even if you only visit occasionally.
The Lekki Phase 1 location is ideal for entrepreneurs whose clients and partners are spread across the island, splitting time between Victoria Island meetings and Lekki-based operations.
Pricing: Day passes from NGN 5,000 to NGN 8,000. Monthly hot desk memberships from approximately NGN 45,000 to NGN 60,000. Dedicated desks from NGN 80,000 per month.
Best for: Founders, freelancers, consultants, remote workers based on the island.
Metta Lagos — Victoria Island
Metta positions itself as a premium coworking and innovation hub in the heart of Victoria Island. The space caters to a more corporate and investor-facing crowd, with private offices, board rooms, and a professional environment that is suitable for client meetings. Metta has hosted pitch events and investor meetups, and its VI address carries the prestige that matters for certain business contexts.
If your Lagos operations involve frequent meetings with corporate clients, financial institutions, or government stakeholders, having a Metta address or using their meeting rooms on-demand is a cost-effective way to maintain a professional front.
Pricing: Day passes from NGN 8,000 to NGN 12,000. Monthly memberships from NGN 70,000 upward. Private offices available on request.
Best for: Corporate professionals, investors, consultants, businesses doing enterprise sales.
Regus Victoria Island
Regus is the global coworking giant and their Victoria Island location delivers the predictable quality that comes with the brand. If you are arriving from abroad and want zero-surprise professionalism — fast Wi-Fi, reliable air conditioning, polished meeting rooms, receptionist services — Regus VI checks every box. The pricing is higher than local alternatives but includes service levels that matter when you are hosting important clients.
Regus also offers virtual office packages, which is a useful option for foreign entrepreneurs who need a Nigerian address for registration or correspondence purposes without committing to a full-time physical presence.
Pricing: Hot desks from NGN 50,000 to NGN 80,000 per month. Virtual office packages from NGN 15,000 to NGN 25,000 per month. Day office hire from NGN 15,000 to NGN 20,000 per day.
Best for: International professionals, corporate visitors, businesses needing a Nigerian address.
Work.Place — Ikeja
Work.Place is one of the best coworking options in the Ikeja corridor, serving entrepreneurs and professionals who operate in the mainland business district. The space is well-equipped, reasonably priced, and ideally located for businesses with operations near the airport or with clients spread across the Lagos mainland. It is a practical choice for logistics companies, importers/exporters, and any operation that relies on proximity to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Pricing: Hot desks from approximately NGN 20,000 to NGN 35,000 per month. Day passes available.
Best for: Mainland-based businesses, airport-corridor operations, logistics and trade businesses.
Victoria Island vs Lekki vs Ikeja: How to Choose
The decision comes down to three factors: your client base, your commute tolerance, and your budget. Victoria Island is the prestige address but carries premium pricing and notorious traffic. Lekki Phase 1 offers a strong balance of quality and value, with a vibrant entrepreneur community. Ikeja is the practical choice for mainland operations and airport access, with the lowest coworking costs of the three corridors.
If you are new to Lagos, consider starting with a flexible day pass or short-term membership at spaces in two or three districts before committing. The city will show you quickly where your time is best spent.
If you are still figuring out logistics on the ground, our complete guide to doing business in Lagos covers company registration, business districts, and investor incentives in full. You should also check our guide to the best hotels in Lagos for business travelers if you are planning an extended stay.
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