The global hotels scene is getting even more innovative when it comes to side-hustles to stay the competition from sharing economy accommodation platforms like AirBnb. The latest development, led by boutique hotel chain The Hoxton, sees especially adapted spaces for global digital nomads looking for a comfortable, reliable and well-connected spot to work, both by the day, or night, and on a longer-term membership basis.
Co-working space at The Hoxton, Chicago. Photo courtesy of Ennismore
The Hoxton’s comfy lobbies have actually been the secret workspaces of choice for a bunch of non-office workers since 2006 when the chain threw its doors open to locals to come inside, but now Ennismore has announced a refit called ‘Working From’ with shared and private workspaces that cater for different working styles.
The Hoxton promises home-like comforts without the distractions. Photo courtesy of Ennismore
From library desks with ergonomic chairs and natural light to cosy corners and bright communal spaces with armchairs and custom designed daybeds (because we all need a good lie down every now and then) The Hoxton is promising home-like comforts without the distractions at home.
Working From is available 24-7 with tiered membership levels promising transparent pricing. There’s even a super- discounted option for side-hustlers pulling ‘the vampire shift’ at £75 per month, with access after 5:30pm on weekdays and all weekend.
Now you can hot-desk at the Hoxton Southwark. Photo courtesy of Ennismore
There’s definitely a co-working space boom going on in London but the point of difference here is The Hoxton’s hotel-level hospitality. Plus the little extras like “mates rates” for The Hoxton’s bedrooms and restaurants, free guest passes, a help-yourself pantry full of snacks and stationary, plus duvet days (day-use hotel rooms in case you’ve just landed and want to work from bed for the day).
Help yourself to a snack from the Hoxton Southwark’s pantry. Photo courtesy of Ennismore
A weekly events programme and wellness space run by local partners will allow members to add some self-care time onto their to-do list, and ‘brain food’ is served up at their nutritionist-approved cafe – or delivered directly to your desk when you’re in the zone.
To learn more, visit www.workingfrom.com
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