Montenegro is an Adriatic gem with many pockets of beauty and UNESCO-protected areas scattered throughout the country. Did you know it’s home to the deepest canyon in Europe, has over 170 beaches, and has the biggest lake in the Balkan Peninsula? Of course, these are just a few reasons why many tourists seek spaces for coliving and coworking in Montenegro.
Montenegro is also one of the best places to live in the Balkans if you’re an English digital nomad. The country is very safe, has reliable and speedy Wi-Fi, and the locals are incredibly welcoming. You’ll find that most places listed also have many social events to make new friends and network easily.
Convinced? Check out our recommendations for the top hostels and hotels in Montenegro for working travelers.
10 Best Coworking & Coliving Spaces in Montenegro
1. Old Town Kotor Hostel — Best Overall Hostel
- Price: ~ €38 ($42) per night
- Location: Kotor
- Features: 12 dorms, 3 double rooms, apartment, shared kitchen, library, dining area, free parking
- Room Types: Mixed dormitories, double rooms with private bathrooms
- Organized Activities: Rafting tours, Greater Montenegro tours, North Montenegro tours
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Facebook (4.7 out of 5 – 188 reviews), Google (4.6 out of 5 – 629 reviews), Booking.com (9.3 out of 10 – 546 reviews), Hostelworld.com (9.3 out of 10 – 3977 reviews)
This hostel, just a short walk from the historical 12th-century St. Tryphon’s Cathedral, has a bit of history. It’s built in a 13th-century building once owned by the noble Bisanti family, making it the oldest hostel on our list.
You can also see its beautiful stone walls inside, adding to its whimsical charm. The hostel is broken into two areas — the east and the west wing. But whatever side you’re staying in you can expect each to look like it’s been ripped from a fairytale. Each space has medieval furniture, wooden accents, satin privacy curtains, and delightful wall artwork.
What we liked: The stunning artwork in each room and the excellent location.
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2. Kotor Nest — Best for Solo Travelers
- Price: ~ €70 ($77) per night
- Location: Kotor
- Features: 13 rooms, shared kitchen, luggage storage,
- Room Types: King rooms, twin rooms, apartments, loft
- Organized Activities: Hiking, kayaking, games nights, group dinners, beach parties, walking tours
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Google (4.8 out of 5 – 78 reviews), Booking.com (8.9 out of 10 – 813 reviews), Coliving.com (4.9 out of 5 – 10 reviews)
Kotor is one of the best places to live in Montenegro for solo travelers, so it’s no surprise that this modern hostel is so popular among them.
All rooms are spacious, with ample closet space, desks, a private bathroom, and a seating area. If you’re traveling alone, you’re sure to make a few pals in the shared lounge, communal kitchen, or TV room at movie night. The coliving space also has regular activities, like beach parties, hikes, and game nights, to break the ice and make new friendships.
Kotor Nest isn’t exclusive for lone travelers. Its apartments have up to four bedrooms fixed with a kitchen, dining area, lounge, and sometimes a terrace so you can share with friends or family too.
What we liked: We liked its homely feel and inviting presence.
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3. Coliving Frilingue — Best Country House Stay
- Price: ~ €279 ($306) per month
- Location: Kotor
- Features:5 rooms, workspaces, dining room, shared kitchen, speedy Wi-Fi
- Room Types: Mixed dormitories, private rooms with shared bathrooms
- Organized Activities: Skiing, hiking
- Other Locations: Bulgaria and Switzerland
- Ratings: Facebook (5 out of 5 – 15 reviews), Google (5 out of 5 – 1 review), Coliving.com (4.9 out of 5 – 10 reviews)
Coliving Frilingue is pretty new in the coliving game, having only opened in 2021, but it is doing fairly well. As of date, it has a few spaces open in Montenegro, Switzerland, and Bulgaria.
At their Montenegro base, you can expect a more stripped-down version with the spectacular Herceg Novi mountains and the Adriatic Sea as the backdrop of every corner. Rooms are kept simple with only the necessities in mind, like a desk, comfortable bed, fans, and a bathroom.
If you’re an adventure traveler, you’ll enjoy the many outdoor tours provided here, from skiing to hiking to SUP’ing (standup paddleboarding) to a hidden cave!
What we liked: We like that so many outdoor tours are hosted here.
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4. FitCamp Montenegro — Best Green Living Accommodation
- Price: ~ €727 ($796) per month
- Location: Duga
- Features: Two apartments, coworking spaces, terrace
- Room Types: Private rooms with a private bathroom
- Organized Activities: Yoga, mindfulness workshops, hikes, tea tastings, cooking classes, game nights, canyoning
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Facebook (5 out of 5 – 2 reviews), Google (5 out of 5 – 15 reviews), Coliving (5 out of 5 – 10 reviews)
FitCamp Montenegro aims to create a space for relaxation and tranquility. They seek to infect their guests with something they call ‘JOMO’ (joy of missing out)’ by allowing them to unplug from their devices if they choose and enjoy the surroundings.
But digital nomads are still welcome as the site has a coworking space with speedy Wi-Fi, coffee, tea, extra chargers, lap desks, and power banks. While you will be in a remote area near the Presjeka Village, you won’t feel alone as there’s always someone there to lend a helping hand, a coach to guide you, or a fellow traveler ready to chat.
Rooms in the apartments are cozy and only a few feet away from the coworking space. Each apartment can sleep up to four guests and has a seating area, bathroom, and a small balcony ideal for sipping your morning coffee before you start the day.
What we liked: It was centered around well-being and away from busy cities.
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5. Montenegro Hostel 4U — Best Harbor Stay
- Price: ~ €44 ($49) per night
- Location: Kotor
- Features: Shared kitchen, restaurant, computers, backyard
- Room Types: Mixed dormitories, double rooms with private bathrooms, triple rooms with shared bathrooms
- Organized Activities: Pub crawls, speedboat tours, barbeque nights, beach days
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Facebook (4.1 out of 5 – 109 reviews), Google (4.5 out of 5 – 285 reviews), Booking.com (9.1 out of 10 – 751 reviews), Hostelworld.com (9.4 out of 10 – 3461 reviews), Airbnb.com (4.83 out of 5 – 6 reviews)
Montenegro Hostel 4U is a party hostel along the coast, which means endless beach parties, pub crawls, and barbeques. So, if you’re not looking for a lively atmosphere during your stay, this isn’t the place for you.
Dorms are simple, with basic amenities and amazing sea views from each window. Every room is air-conditioned, including the private spaces with en-suite bathrooms.
What we liked: It’s practically on the beach.
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6. Hostel Q — Best Budget Hostel
- Price: ~ €25.50 ($28) per night
- Location: Podgorica
- Features: Laundry services, free parking, shared lounge, communal kitchen, complimentary coffee and tea
- Room Types: Mixed dormitories, double rooms with shared bathrooms, triple rooms with shared bathrooms
- Organized Activities: Tours on request
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Facebook (4.8 out of 5 – 33 reviews), Google (4.7 out of 5 – 152 reviews), Booking.com (9.5 out of 10 – 558 reviews), Hostelworld.com (9.5 out of 10 – 642 reviews), Airbnb.com (4.49 out of 5 – 159 reviews)
This quirky hostel in Podgorica is filled with rustic hand-made decor, giving it unique charm and beauty. You’ll see this in the shared kitchen, lounge, and all rooms. Outside, you’ll also find colorful murals and a flourishing garden.
Dorms have a small kitchenette, storage, bedside lights, and power sockets for convenience. There are also twin and double rooms for a little more privacy. These offer the same amenities as dorms.
What we liked: We love the bright and unique decor!
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7. Hostel Pirate — Best Coastal Stay
- Price: ~ €28 ($31) per night
- Location: Ulcinj
- Features: 5 rooms, shared kitchen, laundry facilities, bike rental, large front yard
- Room Types: Mixed dormitories, double rooms with shared bathrooms
- Organized Activities: Boat tours, kayaking, hikes, SUP board tours, wine tours
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Facebook (4.9 out of 5 – 50 reviews), Google (4.8 out of 5 – 146 reviews), Hostelworld.com (9.7 out of 10 – 854 reviews), Booking.com (9.5 out of 10 – 247 reviews)
As the name suggests, this hostel sits on the coastline and leans heavily into the pirate theme — especially in the common spaces. It is perfect for any ocean baby.
Dorm rooms have small lockers to lock up valuables, a power socket to charge devices, and complimentary linen and towels. If you book a private room, you’ll get a full ocean view or even a balcony ideal for watching the beach sunset.
What we liked: We liked the many water-based tours offered to guests.
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8. Freedom Hostel — Best Nightlife
- Price: ~ €30 ($33) per night
- Location: Budva
- Features: 14 rooms, fully equipped shared kitchen, common room, Wi-Fi
- Room Types: Mixed dormitories
- Organized Activities: Guided tours, karaoke
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Facebook (4.7 out of 5 – 58 reviews), Google (4.7 out of 5 – 107 reviews), Hostelworld.com (9.4 out of 10 – 226 reviews), Booking.com (9.2 out of 10 – 366 reviews)
Budva is Montenegro’s party town because the party never stops. Freedom Hostel is nearby a few clubs and bars in the area, so if you’re hoping to dance until the sun comes out, this is the place for you.
Because you’ll probably spend most of your time outside your room, each air-conditioned dorm is kept simple. You’ll find a nightlight, drawers, and simple bedding here. The bathrooms are shared, so don’t forget to pack a towel.
What we liked: This hostel was close to Budva’s nightlife and hosted karaoke nights.
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9. Explorer Podgorica — Best No-Fuss Stay
- Price: ~ €42 ($46) per night
- Location: Podgorica
- Features: 10 rooms, shared kitchen, communal lounge, free towels and linen
- Room Types: Mixed dormitories, double rooms with shared bathrooms, triple rooms with shared bathrooms, family studio, apartment
- Organized Activities: Rafting and national park tours
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Google (3.4 out of 5 – 500 reviews), Hostelworld.com (7.5 out of 10 – 349 reviews), Booking.com (7.2 out of 10 – 249 reviews)
Explorer Podgorica is, as the name describes – for the explorer. It sits in the country’s capital, Podgorica, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to do just that.
The hostel is cozy and takes a no-fuss approach – especially in the shared rooms. Each visitor has a bed or bunk with a power socket and a closet. If you don’t want to share your space, we recommend choosing the deluxe rooms. These are more modern and have a private entrance.
What we liked: It is near bus and train stations, making visiting the surrounding areas easy.
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10. Centrum Hostel — Best Central Stay
- Price: ~ €40 ($44) per night
- Location: Kotor
- Features: Lounge, shared kitchen
- Room Types: Mixed dormitories, a private twin room with a shared bathroom
- Organized Activities: Walking tours, painting lessons, bike rental, Soul Kitchen dinners
- Other Locations: N/A
- Ratings: Google (4.1 out of 5 – 94 reviews), Booking.com (9.3 out of 10 – 747 reviews), Hostelworld.com (9.6 out of 10 – 1000 reviews)
Centrum Hostel might actually be the most beautiful hostel in Montenegro. This three-story hostel sits snugly among ancient white stone architecture, with the mountain tops peeking over its roofs and the seaside waving you close nearby.
The white stone facade carries through to the interior. This is to help soundproof your room for a peaceful stay. You’ll also see it in the shared kitchen, living room, and the simply made dorm rooms.
What we liked: It’s in a beautiful historic location near many cultural landmarks.
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Stay at the Best Coworking Space in Montenegro
As you can see, there are so many exciting places to explore in this small country — which is the beauty of it. Over here, you can go from a walking tour through century-old cities to kayaking in tranquil waters in the same afternoon. Because the nation is so tiny, you can rest assured that you’ll be safe come day or night, which is always a plus for any solo traveler.
Hopefully, these coliving spaces have added a few reasons to visit Montenegro besides the attractions. There is something for everyone, from the frugal traveler to the digital nomad looking to unplug a little.
Which traveler are you, and which place is on your Montenegro bucket list?