Bang Tao and the Cherng Talay corridor have become ground zero for north Phuket's international community. Between the Laguna Golf Resort, a cluster of international schools, the beach clubs on Surin Beach, and an ever-growing lineup of high-end restaurants along the Laguna road — it's where a huge proportion of Phuket's wealthier expats have ended up.
Which means the coworking scene up here has had to level up. Coconut Coworking is the standout option for remote workers and small business owners in this part of the island, and this review gives you the full picture.
⚡ Quick Facts: Coconut Coworking Phuket
- Location: Cherng Talay / Bang Tao, north Phuket (ideal for Bang Tao, Laguna, Surin, Kamala, Layan residents)
- Day pass: approx. ฿380–฿480
- Monthly hot desk: approx. ฿3,800–฿5,500
- Internet: fibre, 150–300 Mbps typical
- Best for: creative professionals, tech workers, consultants based in north Phuket
- Standout feature: strong community events; design-forward space
- Verify current pricing & hours directly with Coconut before visiting
Location: The Centre of North Phuket's Expat World
If you're living in Bang Tao or Laguna, Coconut Coworking is your most logical coworking choice. The Cherng Talay positioning puts it within 5–10 minutes of the Laguna complex, a similar distance from Layan Beach, and within 15 minutes of Kamala. Surin is right there too.
This is the densest concentration of international families in Phuket. BISP (British International School) and UWC Thailand are both in this general area, meaning a lot of parents are based here for school proximity alone. Many of those parents work remotely, and Coconut has positioned itself as the obvious answer to "where do I actually get work done in Bang Tao?"
Contrast this with the south of the island — if you're based in Rawai or Nai Harn, you'd want Hatch Coworking in Chalong instead. The drive from Bang Tao to Hatch (or vice versa) is 30–40 minutes — that's a genuine deterrent when you're paying for your own time.
Access & Parking
As with almost everywhere in north Phuket, a scooter or car is essential. The Cherng Talay / Bang Tao area is well-served by local shops and restaurants nearby, so post-Coconut lunch runs are easy. Parking is generally straightforward. The proximity to the main Laguna road means traffic is manageable by Phuket standards most of the day.
The Space: Design Meets Function
Coconut has put some thought into the aesthetic, which matters more than some people admit. If you're spending 6–8 hours somewhere, you don't want it to feel like a dentist's waiting room with a standing desk. The space uses natural materials, tropical greenery, and good lighting — it feels Phuket rather than generic WeWork.
| Feature | Coconut Coworking | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning | Excellent | Consistent; natural ventilation option in some areas |
| Design quality | Above average | Tropical aesthetic, not generic office |
| Hot desks | Yes | Open-plan, quiet + collaborative zones |
| Dedicated desks | Yes | Limited; book in advance |
| Private rooms | Yes (limited) | Bookable; good for day-long focus sessions |
| Meeting rooms | Yes | Bookable; professional setup |
| Phone booths | Yes | For calls without disturbing others |
| Coffee/kitchen | Yes | Good coffee; kitchen facilities available |
| Printing | Yes | Charged per page |
| Events space | Yes | Used for community networking, workshops |
| Outdoor work area | Check with venue | Tropical climate means this varies by season |
The "tropical design meets productivity" approach works. You're not distracted by tourists, beach noise, or the existential crisis of being in a bland corporate environment when you live somewhere this beautiful. It's a pleasant place to spend a working day.
Internet Performance
Fibre broadband with typical download speeds of 150–300 Mbps. Upload is strong enough for video calls without issues. The north Phuket infrastructure generally benefits from more recent investment than some parts of the south, so connectivity has been reliably good.
The main consideration is peak-hour performance when the space is at capacity. If you're doing anything particularly bandwidth-intensive (large video uploads, live streaming, screen sharing of high-res content), testing first during your day pass visit is sensible. See our Phuket internet guide for backup options if reliability is non-negotiable for your work.
Pricing & Membership Tiers
Coworking pricing in Phuket is not as stable as you'd hope — tourist season vs low season affects occupancy and operators adjust. The figures below are a current guide; confirm directly with Coconut for exact current rates.
| Option | Approx. Price (THB) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Day pass | ฿380–฿480 | Occasional use, trying before committing |
| 10-day flex bundle | ฿3,000–฿4,200 | 2–3 days/week workers |
| Monthly hot desk | ฿3,800–฿5,500 | Regular full-time remote workers |
| Monthly dedicated desk | ฿5,500–฿7,500 | Those needing a permanent setup |
| Meeting room (per hour) | ฿350–฿600 | Client meetings, team calls |
| Event space (half/full day) | Enquire directly | Workshops, training, team days |
Slightly more expensive than some south Phuket alternatives on a like-for-like basis, but the north Phuket market commands marginally higher prices across the board — that's the cost of the infrastructure, the proximity to higher-income residents, and the quality of the space.
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Community & Events: Coconut's Strongest Card
The north Phuket professional community is dense but also surprisingly siloed. People in the villa compounds, the school run crowd, the resort-adjacent hospitality sector — everyone is there but there's not always a natural place for professionals to cross paths. Coconut addresses this directly.
Regular events — networking evenings (usually monthly), skill-sharing workshops, and occasional industry-specific meetups — make Coconut more than a place to sit with a laptop. For anyone who's recently arrived in Bang Tao and wondering how they're going to build a network, this is the genuine answer.
Who Uses Coconut?
The membership mix at Coconut skews tech, creative, and consulting. You'll find software developers employed by foreign companies, freelance designers and marketers, online business owners, consultants doing international work from Phuket, and some property and hospitality professionals. The international school parent cohort provides a consistent base of well-educated professionals who need a workspace.
If you're on a Non-B business visa or a Thailand LTR visa, you'll find plenty of people navigating the same setup at Coconut. The informal knowledge sharing that happens at coworking spaces — "which accountant do you use?", "who's your visa agent?" — is genuinely valuable.
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The most common question is: Coconut or Hatch? The answer is almost entirely determined by where you live in Phuket.
| Factor | Coconut (Bang Tao) | Hatch (Chalong) |
|---|---|---|
| Best area base | Bang Tao, Laguna, Surin, Kamala | Rawai, Nai Harn, Kata, Chalong |
| Day pass price | ฿380–฿480 | ฿350–฿450 |
| Monthly hot desk | ฿3,800–฿5,500 | ฿3,500–฿5,000 |
| Vibe | Community-focused, creative | Professional, focused |
| Private offices | Limited but available | Limited |
| Community events | Strong programme | Regular events |
| Parking | Generally good | Good; can get busy |
There's no meaningful quality difference — both are solid, professionally run spaces. The only sensible decision criterion is your home location. If you're in the middle (Kamala, for instance), do a trial day at each and pick the one you prefer.
Tips for Getting the Most from Coconut
- Check the events calendar on day one. The networking events are where the real value is for new arrivals — put them in your diary immediately.
- Try the day pass first. The space has a distinct atmosphere and it won't suit everyone. Spending ฿400 to find out is a lot better than locking in a month.
- Book meeting rooms early in the week. Monday and Thursday afternoons fill up fast with client calls and team meetings.
- Ask about the community Slack/LINE group when you join — most coworking spaces run one for member communications, job sharing, and introductions.
- Combine with the Phuket coworking multi-pass options if they exist — some spaces offer reciprocal arrangements that give you flexibility island-wide.
The Verdict
Coconut Coworking is the right choice for north Phuket's professional expat community. It combines reliable infrastructure with a genuine community atmosphere in a well-designed space — which is a harder combination to find than it sounds. If you're in Bang Tao, Laguna, Surin, or Kamala, this should be your first choice.
The slightly higher price point compared to south Phuket options reflects the market, not padding. For anyone working remotely while building a life in this part of the island, the membership pays for itself in productivity, reliable internet, and connections made in the building. The alternative — working from your villa with its occasional AIS fibre outages and the sound of the pool pump — gets old faster than you'd think.
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