Iligan City Recognizes Official Co-Working Coffee Shops to Support Freelancers and Digital Nomads
Iligan City, known for its vibrant community and thriving café culture, has officially identified and recognized a set of coffee shops as certified co-working spaces. This initiative, led by the Iligan City Tourism Office in collaboration with the Information and Communication Technology Center Office (ICTC) under Sir Nouvell Krish Aehmery Lagapa, is designed to provide freelancers, entrepreneurs, and creatives with reliable, inspiring, and Wi-Fi-ready workspaces.
With the city’s growing number of freelancers and remote professionals, the demand for functional and comfortable work environments continues to rise. To meet this need, the City Tourism Office conducted evaluations based on ICTC guidelines and an internal checklist that draws from Department of Tourism standards. Establishments were assessed for Wi-Fi speed, ambiance, and overall suitability as co-working environments.
The following coffee shops have been officially certified as co-working spaces in Iligan City:
- Arabigo Coffee Roastery (Tominobo Branch)
Location: Camague Highway, Tomas Cabili
Email: arabigocoffeeph@gmail.com - Bo’s Coffee (Pala-o Branch)
Location: Pala-o, Iligan City - Coffee Spot
Location: G/F Diwante Building, San Miguel
Email: coffeespot.iligan@gmail.com - Cup-Poochie-No
Location: Permites Road, Brgy. San Miguel
Email: cuppoochieno@gmail.com - Ground Coffee Shop
Location: Don Pedro Celdran Ave., Tambacan
Email: groundcoffeeiligan@gmail.com - Head Quarters Iligan
Location: 3rd Floor, Tri-J Building, Macapagal Avenue
Email: headquartersiligan@gmail.com - Meku Coffee
Location: Milestone Drive, Tibanga - The Workbar Cafe and Coworking Space
Location: Torralba Street, Poblacion
This recognition reflects the city’s commitment to supporting digital nomads, virtual workers, and entrepreneurs by creating conducive environments for productivity and collaboration. It also highlights Iligan’s growing potential as a hub for remote work, blending modern needs with the city’s rich culture and hospitality.
come and Work in Iligan!
The Iligan City Tourism Office encourages locals, freelancers, and visitors to explore these certified co-working coffee shops. By supporting these establishments, patrons not only gain access to quality workspaces but also contribute to the growth of local businesses.
Discover, connect, and thrive—experience a new way of working in Iligan City’s certified co-working cafés.
