Working Remote from Long Beach

Long Beach is a great city for remote work, with all the amenities a digital nomad would want. Check out our guide to making the most of the city while you’re here for work or making Long Beach your temporary home as you city-hop. Who knows? You may enjoy yourself so much that you become a permanent resident.

REMOTE WORK

Here are some of the Long Beach restaurants and coffee shops that welcome remote workers, offering pleasant settings, delicious food, drinks and free WiFi. Compound (1395 Coronado Ave) is a community art space with a built-in restaurant called Union. Set up shop to get some work done in their courtyard sculpture garden for inspiring surroundings, Thursdays through Sundays. Caffe Luxxe inside 2ND & PCH (6420 Pacific Coast Hwy) offers great views of the marina from their sunny patio, plus classic espresso drinks. From there, you can head to a fitness class or do some shopping in the center at the end of the day. Enjoy locally roasted coffee and a selection of pastries at Rose Park Roasters (800 Pine Ave). Their stylish seating area provides a contemplative work space perfect for caffeinated mornings.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES & FITNESS

Looking for local fitness options? There are many great ways to stay active during your Long Beach sojourn, whether you love yoga, biking, pickleball, or golf. Several local parks offer free public fitness equipment. You can also check out our guide to great gyms and fitness centers in Downtown Long Beach.

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DINING SOLO

Long Beach is a great place to explore new restaurants, and we have compiled a list of recommendations for those who may be flying solo and looking for restaurants, bars, and coffee shops that are a comfortable fit for single diners.

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MEET NEW FRIENDS

As a new arrival to Long Beach, you can find several regular meet-ups offering the chance to meet new people and make friends. Check out these social activities, including cooking classes, game nights, walking clubs, even a monthly record album listening party.

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DAY RESORTS

Several Long Beach hotels are using the ResortPass app to offer limited passes for hotel rooms, board and meeting rooms, pool or gym access, even suites. This can help digital nomads with work and meeting space or short-term access to amenities for a great stay in Long Beach. Check out our guide to Long Beach day resorts.

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Credit: Hotel Maya

About the Author

Claire Atkinson

Claire Atkinson is a Southern California native who has lived in Long Beach for 20 years. She spends her free time visiting local parks, farmers markets, and museums, and loves learning about Long Beach history and culture.